Sanitation Technician - 3rd Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC in Waco, TX is hiring for a 3rd shift sanitation technician. The role cleans and maintains the assigned area, tears down machinery, and supports setup before production starts. Daily tasks include using chemicals to sanitize equipment, handling cleaning solutions, and following safety procedures.

This position requires ability to work unsupervised, nights, weekends, and extended shifts, with on‑the‑job training and PPE provided. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math functions.
• Poultry experience preferred but not required.
• Basic chemical understanding.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize assigned machinery and areas using chemicals.
• Tear down machinery at the start of cleanup shift.
• Set up equipment before production starts in the morning.
• Follow directions and perform duties as assigned by management.
• Work in other departments as needed.

Skills

Work independently

Night shifts

Safety compliance

Lifting 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

SHIFT DETAILS:3rd Shift hours: 10 PM - 4 AM or 1 AM - 7 AM - Pay $22.35Benefits available Day OneOn the job trainingReferral BonusPRIMARY 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 requirementsPHYSICAL 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).We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.