Sanitation Technician 3rd Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC is seeking a Sanitation Technician for the 3rd shift at the Hazlehurst plant to clean and sanitize machinery and work areas, teardown during cleanup, and assist with setup before production begins. The role requires the ability to follow directions, work unsupervised when needed, and maintain high safety and hygiene standards in a fast-paced poultry environment.

The position involves compliant handling of cleaning chemicals, exposure to cold and wet conditions, and standing for

Qualifications

• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize assigned machinery and areas.
• Tear down machinery at the start of cleanup shift.
• Assist with setup before production begins.
• Follow supervisor and management directions and perform duties as assigned.
• Work across departments as needed.

Skills

Unsupervised work

Night shift

Team collaboration

Work ethic

Machinery tear-down

PPE compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Sanitation Technician 3rd ShiftApply: Mississippi - Hazlehurst Plant: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-67124**PRIMARY FUNCTION:** Clean and maintain assigned area. Maintain control of all the parts which could include all gaskets and replacement of broken or missing parts. Help set up in the assigned department or any other lines. Responsible for mixtures of cleaning solutions and other chemicals.**RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:*** Use chemicals to clean and sanitized all machinery and areas assigned to.* Tear down machinery at beginning of cleanup shift.* Help setup before production starts up in the morning.* Perform other duties assigned by supervisor, area leader and Sanitation Manager.* Do all tasks assigned by members of management.* Follow directions and work in other departments as needed.* Perform additional duties as assigned.****REQUIRED SKILLS:***** Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.* Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours.* Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and coworkers.* Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.* Basic understanding of machinery tear down and setup.* Clean up (parts) experience.**PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:*** High School Diploma or equivalent.* Basic math functions and skills.* Poultry experience preferred but not required.* Basic Chemical understanding.**SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:*** Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs.* Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).* Follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to safety requirements**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:*** Ability to work in a wet and cold environment (45oF, 4oC).* Ability to stand for an 8 hour shift.* Will be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving production.* Handle a 900 PSI water hose continually.* Lift 10-50 lbs to include moving, lifting, and pushing machinery.* Climb up and down ladders in a daily work schedule.* Stoop and reach overhead (bending & twisting).