Sanitation Technician

Socket.dev; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

401(k) with employer match

Disability and life insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Pete & Gerry’s Organics is seeking a Sanitation Technician for our Greencastle location. You will be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all processing equipment, floors, and drains on a nightly basis, ensuring food safety and quality.

We value teamwork and a deep commitment to animal welfare and sustainable farming. The role requires independence and reliability, with a focus on maintaining a clean processing environment and supporting continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in a processing environment preferred.
• Cleaning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Rinse, foam, scrub and wash, rinse and then sanitize processing equipment and areas.
• Clean and sanitize all processing equipment, floors, drains and surrounding areas nightly.
• Perform end-of-day hygiene sweep of entire processing plant, removing waste and debris.
• Work independently and efficiently to maintain sanitation standards.
• Assist with maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Processing environment

Team-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Healthy Hens, Healthy Eggs, Heathy Planet:

At Pete & Gerry's, we were first to do it better, and are still doing it best. For nearly 30 years, we've been on a mission to produce healthy, delicious eggs and partner with family farms for meaningful impact. By raising hens outdoors as nature intended, we stay true to our roots every step of the way by keeping animal welfare, planet-friendly farming practices, and high-quality taste and nutrition at the heart of all we do, so you can always believe in what you buy.

Healthy Together

At Pete & Gerry’s, we believe that when we care for each other, we all thrive. Across our farms, offices, and communities, we act as one flock - united by respect, collaboration, and a shared commitment to doing what's right. We create an environment where every person feels valued, supported, and empowered to grow, because our success depends on the wellbeing of the people who make our mission possible.

The Role at a Glance:

In our Greencastle location, we are responsible for packing and shipping eggs to stores all over the United States. The Sanitation Technician will be responsible for all work-related activities in relation to cleaning and sanitizing all processing equipment, floors, and drains on a nightly basis. This person must be able to work independently and efficiently.

How You'll Create Greater Impact:

In this role, you'll help deliver the highest quality product while upholding our unwavering commitment to animal welfare, food safety, and responsible farming. You'll act boldly, embrace continuous improvement, and partner with teammates and customers to deliver wins.

• Rinse, foam, scrub and wash, rinse and then sanitize the following:
• Pre-loader
• Loader
• Orientator Table
• Spools
• Washers
• Dirt Detector
• Crack Detector
• Scales
• Dryer
• Transfer
• Packers 1-20
• Drop Brushes
• Pre and Post process Floors
• Gutters
• Drains
• End of day hygiene sweep of entire processing plant - remove waste and debris

What You'll Bring to the Flock:

We are one team - united by respect and a shared commitment to doing what's right. What we do every day connects to something bigger.

You'll bring your experience, perspective, and pride in your work. We value collaboration, curiosity, and diverse viewpoints - because they make our flock stronger.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Experience in a processing environment preferred
• Cleaning experience preferred

Work Schedule & Hours:

• Shifts up to 12 hours per day, based on operational needs
• Start and end times may vary due to truck arrivals, order fulfillment, machine downtime, or production changes
• Flexibility required to adjust schedule as needed

Tending to our Flock:

We care for our people the same way we care for our hens - with attention, respect, and balance. Our benefits are designed to support real life and whole wellbeing.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Paid volunteer time9 paid holidays
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Disability and life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Footwear reimbursement for onsite employees
• Onsite employees receive free eggs weekly; remote employees receive coupons for free eggs
• Breakfast or lunch events from time to time.
• A team grounded in a shared mission: Healthy Hens, Healthy Eggs, Healthy Planet.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pete & Gerry’s Organics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a community built on respect and shared purpose. Every person belongs here - because our strength comes from the diversity of people and perspectives that make us who we are.

We are an E-Verify employer. After accepting an offer, we will use E-Verify to confirm your eligibility to work in the United States by comparing information from your Form I-9 with records from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration