Sanitation Technician- 3rd shift- $21.95/hr

The Campbell's Company; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell's is seeking a Sanitation Technician for the 3rd shift (8:45 PM - 5:00 AM) to ensure a safe, clean, and compliant manufacturing environment for our food products. Your duties include cleaning equipment, maintaining GMP standards, and supporting safety programs.

You will work with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Safety teams. Prior experience in sanitation in food manufacturing is preferred; overtime may be required and safety training provided.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to safely use cleaning and sanitation equipment and chemicals.
• Follow food safety, GMP, OSHA, and sanitation procedures.
• Willingness to work overtime and flexible schedules when required.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and sanitation activities according to the Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Maintain housekeeping standards throughout the facility.
• Operate sanitation equipment including power washers, foam applicators, steamers, floor scrubbers, and other tools.
• Disassemble, clean, sanitize, and reassemble processing equipment as needed.
• Read and follow Safety Data Sheets for chemicals and maintain PPE usage.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Attention to detail

Independent worker

SDS literacy

Overtime flexible

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power washers

Foam applicators

Steamers

Floor scrubbers

Job description

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.
Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.
Hourly Rate: $21.95
Shift: 3rd Shift (8:45 PM - 5:00 AM)
Starting times and hours may vary based on attendance coverage needs, production schedules, and holiday requirements. Mandatory overtime may be required.

How You Will Make History Here...

As a Sanitation Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring a safe, clean, and sanitary manufacturing environment that supports the production of high-quality food products. By effectively cleaning and sanitizing equipment and facilities, you will help maintain compliance with food safety regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and government sanitation standards.

What You Will Do...

• Perform cleaning and sanitation activities according to the Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Maintain housekeeping standards throughout the facility.
• Operate sanitation equipment including Power washers Foam applicators Steamers Powered lifts and scissor lifts Automatic compactors Motors and other sanitation tools
• Safely operate floor jacks, floor scrubbers, vacuum systems, and trash compactors.
• Disassemble, clean, sanitize, and reassemble processing equipment including pumps, bucket elevators, slurry equipment, filters, and other machinery.
• Follow proper lifting, carrying, and safety procedures and report any unsafe conditions or equipment defects.
• Perform Allergen Elimination Procedures.
• Follow all GMP, OSHA, food safety, and personal hygiene requirements.
• Properly use and maintain required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Read and utilize Safety Data Sheets (SDS) when preparing and handling cleaning chemicals.
• Assist with spill containment and cleanup activities.
• Support pest control programs by identifying and reporting pest activity.
• Remove product waste and debris from production areas.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Bloodborne Pathogen (BBP) procedures.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement and 5S initiatives.
• Collect recyclable materials and transport them to designated trailers.
• Mix, handle, and apply chemical concentrates safely.
• Enter sanitation or chemical-related data into Excel as needed.
• Assist with creating and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in safety, training, and team development activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Who You Will Work With...
You will work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, Pest Control, and Sanitation team members to ensure equipment and facilities remain clean, safe, and ready for efficient manufacturing operations.

What You Bring To The Table... (must Have)

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing, production, warehouse, sanitation, or related industrial experience.
• Ability to safely use cleaning and sanitation equipment and chemicals.
• Ability to follow food safety, GMP, OSHA, and sanitation procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Basic ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Willingness to work overtime and flexible schedules when required.

Physical Requirements

• Continuously stand and walk throughout the shift.
• Frequently climb, stoop, kneel, and bend.
• Frequently communicate and work in a team environment.
• Ability to lift and move: Up to 10 lbs. continuously Up to 25 lbs. continuously Up to 60 lbs. continuously Up to 100 lbs. frequently More than 100 lbs. frequently (with assistance and proper equipment when applicable)

IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE... (NICE TO HAVE)

• Previous sanitation experience in a food manufacturing or food production environment.
• Experience operating powered industrial equipment, lifts, or floor scrubbers.
• Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Bloodborne Pathogen (BBP), and allergen control procedures.
• Experience supporting Continuous Improvement or 5S initiatives.
• Basic Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience creating or updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.