Sanitation Technician - 2nd Shift

Proper Beverage Co.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Proper Beverage Company is seeking a Sanitation Technician II for a full-time 2nd shift (3pm–11:30pm) in Kentwood, MI. You will independently perform routine and complex sanitation tasks to keep production areas clean and compliant with GMP, FDA, and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities include sanitation execution, monitoring and documentation, and training junior staff. Candidates should have 1–2 years of sanitation experience in beverage/manufacturing and the ability to work in wet environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years sanitation experience in food/beverage/manufacturing environment preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment handling.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs and safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving in sanitation.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Sanitation execution: clean and sanitize equipment and facility areas per SOPs.
• Monitoring & compliance: maintain logs, inspections, and GMP/FDA/OSHA standards.

Skills

Sanitation experience

SOP reading

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Proper Beverage Company

At Proper Beverage Company, we believe in doing things the right way - with integrity, precision, and a focus on quality. As a rapidly growing, locally owned business, our mission is to craft beverages that our partners and their customers can trust and enjoy. Guided by our vision to be a leader in the beverage industry, we're driven by innovation, efficiency, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

About Proper Beverage Company

At Proper Beverage Company, we believe in doing things the right way - with integrity, precision, and a focus on quality. As a rapidly growing, locally owned business, our mission is to craft beverages that our partners and their customers can trust and enjoy. Guided by our vision to be a leader in the beverage industry, we're driven by innovation, efficiency, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Job Information

Job Title

Sanitation Technician II

Location

4175 60th St. SE Suite 100, Kentwood, MI 49512

Company

Proper Beverage Company

Department

Sanitation

Reports To

Sanitation Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Job Description

As a Sanitation Technician II, you will be responsible for independently performing routine and complex sanitation tasks to ensure the cleanliness and safety of our production environment. In this role, you will follow established procedures, mentor junior team members, and help maintain compliance with food safety and quality standards. Your attention to detail and problem-solving skills will support efficient and hygienic operations.

This is a full-time, 2nd shift position. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 3pm to 11:30pm.

Responsibilities

Sanitation Execution

• Independently execute sanitation protocols for production equipment, machinery, and facility areas
• Disassemble, clean, sanitize, and reassemble equipment in accordance with SOPs
• Accurately mix and use sanitation chemicals according to safety and usage guidelines

Monitoring & Compliance

• Conduct routine inspections and identify sanitation issues or maintenance needs
• Maintain accurate cleaning logs, checklists, and sanitation documentation
• Escalate equipment malfunctions or deviations from cleaning standards
• Support compliance with all regulatory standards including GMP, FDA, and OSHA

Team Support & Communication

• Assist with training and onboarding of Sanitation Technician I team members
• Provide input to improve sanitation procedures and workflows

All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, required
• 1-2 years of sanitation experience in a food, beverage, or manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of cleaning chemicals, sanitation procedures, and equipment handling
• Ability to read and follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify and correct sanitation deficiencies
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Effective communicator and team collaborator
• Physically able to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Physically able to work in wet or humid environments and around cleaning chemicals