Sanitation Technician - 3rd shift

Ajinomotocareers; San Diego, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

Ajinomotocareers in San Diego is seeking a sanitation associate to clean production equipment and facilities under supervision, ensuring compliance with GMP and safety rules. You will use approved chemicals, perform CIP tasks, and maintain the Master Sanitation Schedule to keep the plant clean and safe.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Competitive pay includes a shift differential.

Qualifications

• 0–6 months experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• High School Education or GED desired.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn disassembly/reassembly of food processing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Understand and use approved sanitation chemicals to complete tasks safely.
• Dry clean production area, remove inedible ingredients, cover and transfer items as needed.
• Protect product and ingredients from contamination during cleaning tasks.
• Report safety or mechanical issues immediately to supervision.
• Operate sanitation equipment and CIP systems per company specifications.
• Clean machines, perform pressure washing, foaming, rinsing and sanitizing.
• Follow the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) including facility areas.
• Manage condensation, protect electrical panels, and maintain PPE/GMP compliance.
• Maintain 5S standards, proper storage of cleaning equipment, and safety focus.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Learning ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CIP equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Under the direction of the sanitation supervisor, responsible for the safe and efficient cleaning and sanitation of production equipment and building facilities in compliance with company, customer and government requirements.

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand and use a variety of approved sanitation chemicals to effectively and safely complete assigned tasks.
• Dry clean production area prior to sanitation operations; remove inedible ingredients from production floor, and ensure remaining combos and vmags are covered and transferred to coolers.
• Must ensure product and ingredients are protected from contamination while completing assigned tasks.
• Report any acts or conditions that may place our product at risk immediately.
• Properly uses all sanitation equipment safely and ensures cleaning steps are completed according to company specifications.
• Cleans machines; pressure washes, foams with approved food grade chemicals, pressure rinse, sanitizes and removes any rust or debris present.
• Responsible for cleaning building and equipment following a Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), including but not limited to; plant grounds, locker rooms, floors, docks, office spaces, disposing of trash, etc.
• Dries and removes all condensation from the walls, ceilings, doors, pipes, etc.
• Protects electrical panels and other sensitive equipment parts prior to washing.
• Operates self-contained cleaning systems or appropriate CIP equipment.
• Report any safety and mechanical problems to department supervisor or team lead immediately.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); recognize and practice Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP).
• Keep assigned area clean, organized and free from safety hazards, including the chemical storage room.
• Responsible for learning safety rules, including LOTO, HAZCOM, PPE, etc.
• Responsible for keeping safety as a high priority for yourself and co-workers around you.
• Account for all assigned cleaning equipment and tools at the end of shift.
• Properly stores all cleaning equipment and tools according to 5S Standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical demands

• Must be able to bend and lift up to 50 pounds repetitively, while using proper lifting techniques.
• Must be able to stand, sit or walk, for extended periods of time up to 12 hours a day.
• Exposure to temperatures that range from freezing to sub-freezing (coolers, freezers, etc.)
• Must be able to push, pull, squat, bend, and reach above and below shoulders; repetitive use of hands
• Must be able to work overtime and week-ends as necessary.

Position Qualifications

• 0-6 months experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• High School Education or GED desired preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude with the capability to learn and follow instructions for disassembly and re-assemble of food processing equipment.
• Self-motivated individual who requires minimal supervision and direction
• Ability to demonstrate excellent safety work habits at all times.
• Ability to work safely, calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Must be able to work as a member of a team

Pay rate: $20.45/hr base pay + $0.75/hr shift differential.