Sanitation Technician

Socket.dev; Macomb Township (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Career development

Paid time off

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Macomb, Michigan is hiring for a Sanitation Associate to support overnight smokehouse operations and sanitation at our meat snacks facility. This 3rd shift runs Monday–Friday 6:00 PM–2:30 AM with some Saturdays.

You will clean equipment, follow Lockout/Tagout, document tasks, and help keep production ready. Requires 1+ year manufacturing or sanitation experience and basic computer skills. Benefits include health, retirement, growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of manufacturing or sanitation experience.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation practices.
• Basic data entry and records tracking.

Responsibilities

• Maintain plant equipment sanitation and food safety standards.
• Operate high-pressure water hoses and approved cleaners.
• Prepare equipment for cleaning per Lockout/Tagout.
• Clean smokehouses, breakrooms, offices and other areas.
• Assist Smokehouse Operators by moving loads and taking temperatures.
• Complete monthly safety and training assignments.
• Document work in computer systems for continuous improvement.
• Work independently on assigned projects.
• Participate in plant safety initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing exp

Sanitation procedures

Basic computer skills

Job description

Shift: 6:00 PM-2:30 AMHourly Rate: $18.00 an hour + $1.00 shift differentialReporting to the Sanitation Supervisor, you will help prepare and sanitize equipment used to produce Duke’s Meat Snacks products and support overnight smokehouse operations at our Macomb, Michigan manufacturing facility. You will join a team of approximately 50 employees and play an important role in maintaining food safety, sanitation, and production readiness. This is a 3rd shift position working Monday through Friday from 6:00 PM to 2:30 AM, with some Saturdays based on business needs.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Support the cleanliness of plant equipment and help maintain sanitation and food safety standards.
• Use high-pressure, high-temperature water hoses and approved cleaning chemicals to complete sanitation activities.
• Prepare production equipment for cleaning by following Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Complete routine and deep-cleaning tasks according to the Master Sanitation Schedule, including smokehouses, breakrooms, offices, and other facility areas.
• Support overnight Smokehouse Operators by moving trucks, loading and unloading ovens, and taking product temperatures.
• Complete required monthly safety, food safety, and operational training assignments.
• Use computer systems to document work activities and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work independently to complete assigned projects and daily responsibilities.
• Participate in plant safety initiatives and serve on safety teams as needed.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• 1+ years of manufacturing, sanitation, or related industrial experience.
• Knowledge of plant safety practices, sanitation procedures, and waste disposal methods.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and information tracking.

Physical Requirements

More information on the essential tasks and facility will be shared during the hiring process. Please be aware that in a manufacturing environment, the noise levels can be high and the temperatures may vary. Depending on the role, physical and environmental requirements can differ but include:

• Being on your feet, walking around the facility, climbing stairs/ladders or kneeling for extended periods of time.
• Performing consistent repetitive tasks.
• Frequently lifting, pushing or carrying materials.

#LI-OnsiteAnticipated Close Date: October 30, 2026Location: Macomb, Michigan

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance

• Wealth: Great pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan

• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration

• Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

Our Company

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.