SANITATION TECHNICIAN

Paycom - ATS; Millville (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Innovation Foods in Millville, NJ is seeking a Sanitation Technician responsible for cleaning production areas, equipment, and facilities to uphold health regulations and product quality.

The role operates on a 6:00AM-6:00PM schedule (12 hours on a 2-2-3 cycle) with a pay rate of $18.00 per hour. It emphasizes safety, chemical handling, PPE usage, and adherence to sanitation protocols to prevent contamination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1+ years experience in sanitation, janitorial, or a regulated food/production environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning and sanitizing throughout the facility including production areas and other locations as needed.
• Maintains sanitation records and follows SOPs for cleaning areas and equipment.
• Assists with disposal of waste and hazardous materials in compliance with regulations.
• Uses PPE to ensure safety and hygiene during cleaning processes.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Time Management

Environmental Adaptability

Technical Knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

What IF you started your career with a company set on excellence through building relationships and delivering results? Joining Innovation Foods is just that! A career here means you are joining a rapidly growing organization, known for its community outreach, diversity, inclusivity, and premier production facilities.In addition to being a great place to work, Innovation Foods strives to offer its employees a holistic career experience that incorporates learning and development, wellness, and exceptional benefits.Our benefits include:Competitive Pay RatesMedical, dental, vision and prescription plans with wellness incentivesFlexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account (on applicable plans)401k Plan – with a company matchCompany funded Long-Term and Short-Term DisabilityCompany funded Life Insurance PolicyPaid Vacation and Sick DaysJob Description – Sanitation TechnicianLocation: Millville, NJShift: Shift: 6:00AM-6:00PM, 12 hours on 2-2-3 schedulePayrate: $18.00Reports to: Sanitation Systems ManagerJob Summary:The Sanitation Technician is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and safety across the facility to ensure compliance with health regulations, industry standards, and company policies. This role involves cleaning and sanitizing production equipment, work areas, and common spaces; safely handling cleaning chemicals; and following strict sanitation protocols to prevent contamination and support product quality.Supervisory Responsibilities:None.Duties/Responsibilities:Performs cleaning and sanitizing throughout the facility including production areas, non GMP areas, exterior grounds, common spaces, and other locations as needed in accordance with the master sanitation and housekeeping schedule.Maintains Sanitation records.Follows company SOPs when cleaning areas and equipment using appropriate sanitation methods and procedures.Assists with the removal of production garbage and debris.Maintains proper documentation of chemical usage in accordance with company requirements.Supports seasonal needs by providing snow removal or applying ice melt on outside walkways as needed.Supports cleaning and sanitizing production equipment, utensils, and machinery, if assigned, to meet health and safety standards and to ensure the prevention of contamination.Follows regulations when disposing of waste and hazardous materials to ensure local, state, and federal environmental complianceUses and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure personal safety and hygiene during the cleaning processes.clean the facility environment using proper tools and approved chemicals.Supports overall operations by performing other duties as assigned.Required Skills/Abilities:Attention to Detail: Meticulous focus on cleanliness to prevent contamination.Communication & Literacy: Ability to read and follow written procedures (SOPs) and communicate effectively with team members.Environmental Adaptability: Capability to work in cold, hot, wet, and humid environments.Technical Skills: Ability to use high-pressure washers, foam applicators, and safely handle chemical agents.Time Management: Ability to meet strict sanitation windows to avoid production delays.Technical Knowledge: Understanding of cleaning techniques, chemical safety, and sanitation protocols.Education and Experience:High school diploma or equivalent.1+ years Experience in sanitation, janitorial, or a regulated food/production environment is preferred.Physical RequirementsActionRareOccasionallyOftenFrequentWalking/Standing£££RLifting up to 60lbs££R£Pulling/Pushing up to 60lbs££R£Sitting£££RClimbing£££RBending/Kneeling££R£Reaching/Handling£££RGripping£££REnvironmental HazardsHazardHazard PresentNoise level above 85 db£Chemical HazardsRHot/Cold/Humid ConditionsR