Sanitation Technician-3rd Shift

Utz Brands, Inc.; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking hardworking Sanitation Technicians to keep our manufacturing facility clean, safe, and compliant with USDA and FDA regulations. Join a dedicated team responsible for keeping production areas spotless and equipment well-maintained on a rotating schedule.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in food safety, you’ll help us sustain Utz’s high standards and support continuous improvement initiatives across shifts.

Qualifications

• Commitment to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs during shifts.
• Reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to operate cleaning equipment safely and follow procedures.
• Experience in a USDA-regulated facility is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Master Sanitation Schedule to clean all plant areas.
• Operate power washers, steamers, foam applicators and similar equipment.
• Disassemble/reassemble equipment for thorough sanitation.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of production areas and equipment.
• Respond quickly to spills or contamination risks and uphold PPE rules.
• Support 5S and continuous improvement initiatives for efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Team player

PPE compliance

Physical stamina

Tools

Power washers

Steamers

Floor jacks

Job description

At Utz Quality Foods, our team of Sanitation Technicians is the first line of defense in ensuring the food safety and quality of our products. Join our dedicated team in Kings Mountain, NC to help maintain the high standards that make Utz a trusted name in food. We're looking for hardworking, reliable individuals who take pride in their work and are committed to keeping our manufacturing facility and production equipment clean, safe, and compliant with USDA and FDA regulations.

If you're dedicated to food safety, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and take pride in your work, we encourage you to apply today and join our team!

Sanitation Schedule

• Week A: Thursday through Sunday, 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM
• Week B: Thursday through Saturday, 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM
• Sunday (Kettle Sanitation): 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM, with the possibility of working until 10:00 AM or later, depending on the completion of critical sanitation tasks.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Master Sanitation Schedule to clean and sanitize all areas of the plant, ensuring food safety and quality in every step of production.
• Operate powered cleaning equipment, including power washers, steamers, foam applicators, and more, to maintain a spotless facility and equipment.
• Safely disassemble and reassemble equipment for sanitation, preventing contamination and ensuring thorough cleaning.
• Operate equipment such as floor jacks, trash compactors, and vacuum cleaners safely and efficiently.
• Respond quickly and effectively to any spills or contamination risks, keeping the facility in top condition.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), follow proper lifting techniques, and adhere to all safety standards to ensure personal and team safety.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement initiatives, including 5S (Sort, Set, Shine, Standardize, Sustain), ensuring the highest level of operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to upholding the highest food safety and sanitation standards.
• Reliability, strong work ethic, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift and lift up to 50lbs regularly.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, and reach to clean areas on production machines.
• Capability to safely operate cleaning equipment and follow all safety procedures.
• Dedication to maintaining Utz's commitment to quality and safety.
• Experience working in a USDA-regulated facility is a plus but not required.
• Ability to comfortably wear and work with various forms of PPE.
• A strong team player who can also work independently to meet production goals.

External Recruitment Process

• Easy Application (5 mins): Introduce yourself and answer a few key questions to get started.
• Engaging Chat Interview (20-25 mins): Share your experiences in an online chat, highlighting how your values align with ours.
• Live Interview: Selected candidates will meet with the hiring manager to explore their alignment with the team and overall Utz company culture.

Continuously Pursuing Excellence!

Here at Utz, we have a passion for exciting and delighting consumers with delicious snack foods made from high quality ingredients. After over a century with a strong family heritage, our diverse portfolio of brands includes Utz, Zapp's, Boulder Canyon, and On the Border. Our associates are the reason for the success of this company, so it is important we provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. We also help take care of our associates by providing benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives. Our full-time benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, an employer match 401k, profit sharing plan, employee stock purchase plan and much more. Join our world class team and help us become the fastest growing pure-play U.S. snacking company of scale!

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.