Sanitation Specialist

Aleron; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions seeks a Sanitation Specialist in Greenville, NC, to perform routine cleaning and sanitation of facilities and equipment in a cleanroom environment. The role requires following SOPs, maintaining logbooks, and wearing appropriate PPE to ensure regulatory compliance and product integrity.

The position offers a temp-to-hire arrangement in a team-driven setting with growth opportunities within a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs to maintain cleanroom standards.
• Able to stand for long periods and perform physically demanding cleaning tasks.
• Good reading and writing skills in English to complete logbooks and follow GDPs.

Responsibilities

• Perform proper cleaning methods in the cleanroom, including trash disposal and wiping equipment.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment used in sanitation tasks.
• Prepare cleaning solutions to specifications and document solution prep in logs.
• Adhere to GDPs, cGMPs and client's SOPs in all sanitation activities.
• Clean and maintain non-control areas, stock supplies, and secure premises after hours.

Skills

Attention to detail

Stamina for standing

Reading English

Cross-training mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment handling

Job description

Job Title: Sanitation Specialist

Location: Greenville, NC

Employment Type: Temp to hire

Industry: Chemical Processing

Compensation: $17/hr

Schedule: 5x40

About the Opportunity:

They will be responsible as a part of a select team to perform the daily cleaning and sanitation of facilities and equipment according to governing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Sound like a good fit?

What You'll Do:

Control Area (Cleanroom)

1. Perform proper cleaning methods, such as emptying trash, wiping techniques of equipment, mopping of walls, ceilings and floors.
2. Responsible for the operation and maintenance of all cleaning equipment.
3. Responsible for the preparation of cleaning/sanitation solutions and cleaning materials to specifications.
4. Must possess the willingness to learn new concepts to fully understand aseptic technique and demonstrate proper cleanroom behavior at all times.
5. Identifies and communicates any material or procedural discrepancies.
6. Adheres to all regulatory and compliance requirements defined in Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
7. Follows and executes client's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
8. Accurately documents solution prep and cleaning activities in logbooks according to Good Documentation Practices (GDPs).

Non-Control Area

1. General cleaning of the building and keeping it maintained and in good condition.
2. Cleaning and stock restrooms.
3. Ensure doors are locked after hours.
4. Clean up spills with appropriate equipment.
5. Keep cleaning supplies in stock.
6. Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
7. Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs and ladders to prepare facilities for events such as banquets and meetings.
8. Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
9. Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
10. Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.
11. Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Minimum 1 - 2 years' experience cleaning in a cleanroom environment.
3. Minimum 1 year experience handling and storing cleaning equipment and supplies properly.

What Sets You Apart:

1. Must be able to work standing, bending and reaching overhead for long periods of time.
2. Must be able to work around various cleaning chemicals that produce non-hazardous odors.
3. Must be able to wear appropriate gowning and PPE covering most all parts of the body and face.
4. Ability to stand/sit/walk for long periods of time
5. Ability to lift, push, pull 25 lbs. routinely, often/occasionally.
6. Ability to read, write and understand English
7. Willingness to be cross trained to assist in other departments when needed.

Additional Information:

Entering into the cleanroom will require gowning such as scrubs, a hairnet, gloves and face mask to protect the cleanroom environment from human contaminates. Personal Protective Equipment, (PPE) will also be required to ensure our team members safety and protect the technician from slipping on wet surfaces, cleaning chemical splashes, inhalation and exposure.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.