Sanitation Team Member

TDP Bakery

Jersey (TN)

On-site

USD 16,000 - 23,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

HSA options

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Disability and supplemental insurance

Employee discounts through national M

Virtual healthcare access

Job summary

TDP Bakery in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is seeking a Sanitation Team Member to join our overnight shifts. You will clean and sanitize production equipment, spaces, and machinery, ensuring food safety and GMP compliance.

The role reports to the Sanitation Supervisor and GM, with shifts starting 10:00 PM or 12:00 AM. Experience in sanitation or manufacturing is preferred but not required, and the position offers full-time hours with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize production equipment, machinery, and work areas according to company procedures.
Disassemble and reassemble equipment for deep cleaning and sanitation.
Follow food safety, sanitation, chemical handling, and GMPs.
Complete sanitation documentation and cleaning records accurately.
Dispose of waste materials and maintain cleanliness throughout the facility.
Inspect equipment and production areas to ensure cleanliness standards are met.
Report equipment maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or sanitation issues to supervisors.
Support production readiness by ensuring all areas are clean and prepared for daily operations.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Follow instructions

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Sanitation Team Member

Full Time Bakery Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1080

Job Description

Who doesn’t love doughnuts? TDP Bakery exists to bring fresh indulgent bakery products to places where people could normally never enjoy them. Fresh, never frozen, bakery is just better. Through our BakeFace™ brand private-label partnerships, we supply a broad portfolio of Honestly Fresh™ baked goods to retailers nationwide.

As a Sanitation Team Member, you will play a critical role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards of our bakery production facility. This position cleans and sanitizes production equipment, processing areas, and facility workspaces while supporting food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. You will work as part of a team to keep the facility clean, safe, and ready for production operations.

This is a full-time position reporting to the Sanitation Supervisor and the General Manager at our bakery facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee. We currently have the following overnight shift openings:

Shift 1: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Shift 2: 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Scheduled days may vary based on production needs and may include weekends, holidays, and overtime opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize production equipment, machinery, and work areas according to company procedures
Disassemble and reassemble equipment for deep cleaning and sanitation
Follow food safety, sanitation, chemical handling, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Complete sanitation documentation and cleaning records accurately
Dispose of waste materials and maintain cleanliness throughout the facility
Inspect equipment and production areas to ensure cleanliness standards are met
Report equipment maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or sanitation issues to supervisors
Support production readiness by ensuring all areas are clean and prepared for daily operations

Required Qualifications

Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
Comfortable working with cleaning chemicals and sanitation equipment

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous sanitation, janitorial, manufacturing, warehouse, or food production experience preferred but not required
Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply

Preferred Skills

Experience working in a food production or bakery environment
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
Experience using cleaning chemicals, sanitation equipment, and pressure washing systems
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Compensation and Benefits

Pay starting from $14/hour

Our benefit offerings include:

Multiple medical plan choices
Dental and vision coverage
401(k) with company match
Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Company-paid life insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Disability and supplemental insurance options
Employee discounts through our national marketplace program

Equal Opportunity Employer

TDP Bakery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability, or any other category protected by law.