Sanitation Technician - 2nd Shift

Proper Beverage Company; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Proper Beverage Company seeks a Sanitation Technician II to perform routine and complex sanitation tasks in our production environment. You will follow SOPs, mentor junior team members, and help ensure cleanliness and food safety across the manufacturing floor.

The role is a full-time, 2nd shift position (3pm–11:30pm) with opportunities for training and advancement within a fast-growing, locally owned beverage company. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• Assist with training and onboarding of Sanitation Technician I team members.
• Provide input to improve sanitation procedures and workflows.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Independence

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About this position

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.

Led by a hands-on CEO and supported by a dedicated leadership team, Proper Beverage is a place where hard work is recognized, career growth is encouraged, and every employee has the opportunity to make a real impact. We offer competitive pay, advancement opportunities, and a collaborative environment where people can thrive both personally and professionally.

Job Information

Job Title

Location

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