Sanitation Technician

Utz Brands, Inc.; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Utz Brands, Inc. in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a diligent Sanitation Technician to maintain food safety and cleanliness in the production facility. You will follow sanitation schedules, operate cleaning equipment, and ensure compliance with USDA and FDA regulations to protect product quality.

Ideal candidates show reliability, the ability to work independently or with a team, and comfort with PPE. This full-time role offers opportunities for growth within a leading U.S. snack company.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to food safety and sanitation.
• Reliability with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Able to stand and walk for the full shift and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and reach to clean production equipment.
• Capable of safely operating cleaning equipment and following safety procedures.
• Experience in a USDA-regulated facility is a plus but not required.
• Comfortable wearing and working with PPE.
• Team player who can meet production goals.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Master Sanitation Schedule to clean all areas of the plant and maintain food safety and quality.
• Operate cleaning equipment like power washers, steamers, and foam applicators to keep facilities spotless.
• Safely disassemble and reassemble equipment for sanitation and thorough cleaning.
• Use equipment such as floor jacks and vacuum cleaners safely and efficiently.
• Respond quickly to spills or contamination risks to keep the facility in top condition.
• Wear PPE and follow lifting techniques and safety standards for personal and team safety.
• Contribute to 5S and continuous improvement initiatives for operational efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Team player

Stamina to stand/walk

Lifting capability 50 lbs

PPE compliance

Independent worker

Tools

Power washers

Steamers

Foam applicators

Floor jacks

Vacuum cleaners

Job description

At Utz Quality Foods, our team of Sanitation Technicians is the first line of defense in ensuring the food safety and quality of our products. Join our dedicated team in King’s Mountain, NC to help maintain the high standards that make Utz a trusted name in food. We’re looking for hardworking, reliable individuals who take pride in their work and are committed to keeping our manufacturing facility and production equipment clean, safe, and compliant with USDA and FDA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Master Sanitation Schedule to clean and sanitize all areas of the plant, ensuring food safety and quality in every step of production.
• Operate powered cleaning equipment, including power washers, steamers, foam applicators, and more, to maintain a spotless facility and equipment.
• Safely disassemble and reassemble equipment for sanitation, preventing contamination and ensuring thorough cleaning.
• Operate equipment such as floor jacks, trash compactors, and vacuum cleaners safely and efficiently.
• Respond quickly and effectively to any spills or contamination risks, keeping the facility in top condition.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), follow proper lifting techniques, and adhere to all safety standards to ensure personal and team safety.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement initiatives, including 5S (Sort, Set, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), ensuring the highest level of operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to upholding the highest food safety and sanitation standards.
• Reliability, strong work ethic, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift and lift up to 50lbs regularly.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and reach to clean areas on production machines.
• Capability to safely operate cleaning equipment and follow all safety procedures.
• Dedication to maintaining Utz’s commitment to quality and safety.
• Experience working in a USDA-regulated facility is a plus but not required.
• Ability to comfortably wear and work with various forms of PPE.
• A strong team player who can also work independently to meet production goals.

External Recruitment Process

• Easy Application (5 mins): Introduce yourself and answer a few key questions to get started.
• Engaging Chat Interview (20-25 mins): Share your experiences in an online chat, highlighting how your values align with ours.
• Live Interview: Selected candidates will meet with the hiring manager to explore their alignment with the team and overall Utz company culture.

Continuously Pursuing Excellence!

Here at Utz, we have a passion for exciting and delighting consumers with delicious snack foods made from high quality ingredients. After over a century with a strong family heritage, our diverse portfolio of brands includes Utz, Zapp’s, Boulder Canyon, and On the Border. Our associates are the reason for the success of this company, so it is important we provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. We also help take care of our associates by providing benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives. Our full-time benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, an employer match 401k, profit sharing plan, employee stock purchase plan and much more. Join our world class team and help us become the fastest growing pure-play U.S. snacking company of scale!

Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.