Sanitation Technician

chg; Pelahatchie (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

401K matching

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan counseling

Employee referral program

Paid time off

Job summary

C.H. Guenther & Son is seeking a sanitation professional to maintain production area cleanliness and support regulatory compliance. You will execute sanitation procedures, conduct inspections, and keep detailed logs to support audits and safety programs.

The role requires knowledge of food safety regulations, ability to follow instructions, and strong teamwork. Candidates should be able to work overtime and adapt to varying shifts; competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; food safety or sanitation certification preferred.
• Prior sanitation experience in food manufacturing or processing preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation best practices.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and hygiene.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Sanitation procedures: thorough cleaning and sanitation of production areas.
• Inspection and monitoring of equipment and supplies; report deficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and HACCP standards.
• Maintain records of sanitation activities and assist audits.
• Coordinate sanitation with production schedules.
• Seek process improvements and participate in training.
• Overtime and non-standard hours as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food safety certification (preferred)

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Sanitation Procedures: Execute thorough cleaning and sanitation procedures according to company protocols and regulatory guidelines. This includes but is not limited to equipment disassembly, chemical cleaning, and sanitation of production areas.


• Inspection and Monitoring: Conduct routine inspections of equipment and facilities to identify sanitation issues or areas requiring maintenance. Monitor cleaning supplies and equipment inventory, and promptly report any deficiencies or replenishment needs.


• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant food safety and sanitation regulations, such as FDA, USDA, and HACCP standards. Keep abreast of updates to regulations and implement necessary changes to sanitation procedures accordingly.


• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of sanitation activities, including cleaning schedules, inspection reports, and sanitation logs. Assist in the preparation of documentation for regulatory inspections and audits.


• Team Collaboration: Work closely with production and quality assurance teams to coordinate sanitation activities with production schedules. Communicate effectively with colleagues to address sanitation-related issues and promote a culture of cleanliness and food safety awareness.


• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements in sanitation procedures. Participate in training sessions and continuous learning opportunities to stay updated on best practices in sanitation and hygiene.


• Flexibility to work overtime and non-standard hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.


• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education/Certifications and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or certification in food safety or sanitation preferred.


• Previous experience in sanitation, preferably in a food manufacturing or processing environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation best practices.


• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.


• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Work involves daily and frequent exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, odors, darkness and/or poor lighting, noise, and vibration. Seasonal exposure to weather elements to include, but not limited to, extreme temperatures, wetness, and humidity.


• Work environment involves daily exposure to physical risks and hazards, such as working around mechanical equipment, mechanical hazards, forklifts, chemical hazards, electrical hazards, fire and explosives hazards, communicable diseases.


• Position requires the ability to stand; walking around office, warehouse, and plant; lifting and carrying packages up to 50 pounds; utilizing fine dexterity; and reaching, kneeling, crawling, and twisting on a daily basis.

Expectations

• Will demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company's Core Values.

Benefits

We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefit programs that include medical, dental, vision, flexible savings account, health savings account, 401K matching savings plan, employee assistance program, wellness programs, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan counseling, employee referral program, paid time off, and more!

• medical


• dental


• vision


• flexible savings account


• health savings account


• 401K matching savings plan


• employee assistance program


• wellness programs


• life insurance


• AD&D insurance


• disability insurance


• tuition reimbursement


• student loan counseling


• employee referral program


• paid time off


• and more!

For additional information about our company, go to www.chg.com.

C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E-Verify participating employers.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the pre-employment screening process which includes a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required.

AA/EEO/Drug-Free Employer