Sanitation Technician

Shearer's Foods; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Shearer's Foods, based in Burlington, Iowa, seeks a Sanitation Technician to ensure cleanliness in production and non-production areas. Responsibilities include thorough cleaning, using industrial equipment, and maintaining sanitation records.

Applicants should have experience in industrial cleaning and be able to work in various manufacturing environments. This position offers a chance to contribute to a leading snacks manufacturer committed to quality and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial cleaning and power-washing equipment is a plus.
• Ability to handle exposure to high temperatures, fumes, and loud noise.
• Must possess basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean production and non-production areas following the Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Operate forklift and scissor lift as required.
• Maintain necessary sanitation records and cleaning logs.

Skills

Industrial cleaning experience

Ability to work in manufacturing environments

Knowledge of counting and basic math

Ability to read and comprehend written material

Ability to listen and understand information

Job description

Overview

Shearer's Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading manufacturer of salty snacks, cookies, and crackers. Specializing in private label and co‑manufacturing, Shearer's is the largest supplier of private brand salty snacks and second‑largest supplier of private brand cookies and crackers.

With a strong focus on innovation, service, quality, and sustainability, Shearer's has been awarded the food industry's highest award for environmental sustainability, as well as multiple Supplier of the Year awards.

Operating 16 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer's is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that make snacking a time to celebrate for our customers, colleagues, and community.

At Shearer's Foods, we believe in a skills‑first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti‑exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential. Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable—and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us.

Responsibilities

Sanitation Technician

The Sanitation Team member is responsible for production and non‑production areas of the plant, as outlined in the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), working to prevent product contamination and adulteration, following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety.

This individual will work on all aspect of cleaning from the ceilings to the floor and will be trained to operate a forklift and a scissor lift. Responsible for thoroughly cleaning all manufacturing equipment and will use chemicals and power washers to ensure cleanliness, maintain necessary records and sanitation cleaning logs. May also be required to clean office areas, hallways, locker rooms and break rooms, to include cleanup of trash and vacuum carpets. Clean up outside grounds as needed and snow removal in walkways to the plant. Performs additional related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in industrial cleaning with the use of industrial power‑washing equipment and chemical cleaning a plus, and/or janitorial services cleaning.

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment which includes exposure to: High temperatures, fumes or airborne particles; Moving mechanical parts and vibration; Loud noise levels; Allergens; Elevated heights and Hot surfaces.

• Knowledge of counting and basic math

• Knowledge, skills, and abilities consistent with the essential duties and responsibilities

• Ability to read and comprehend written material

• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.