Sanitation Technician: Food Safety & Cleanliness Pro

Utz Quality Foods, Inc; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

401k match

Profit sharing

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods, Inc. in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a dedicated Sanitation Technician to keep our production areas clean, safe, and compliant with USDA and FDA standards.

You will follow the Master Sanitation Schedule, operate cleaning equipment, and support 5S initiatives in a fast-paced plant environment. We offer full-time roles with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k and more.

Qualifications

• Must uphold food safety and sanitation standards.
• Able to stand and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Experience in a USDA-regulated facility preferred.
• Detail oriented and reliable.
• Able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Master Sanitation Schedule to clean and sanitize all areas of the plant, ensuring food safety and quality in 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.

Skills

Detail oriented

Reliability

Teamwork

Stamina

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma

USDA regulated facility familiarity

Tools

Power washers

Steamers

Foam applicators

Floor jacks

Trash compactors

Vacuum cleaners

Job description

Utz Quality Foods, Inc. in Kings Mountain, NC is seeking a dedicated Sanitation Technician to keep our production areas clean, safe, and compliant with USDA and FDA standards.

You will follow the Master Sanitation Schedule, operate cleaning equipment, and support 5S initiatives in a fast-paced plant environment. We offer full-time roles with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k and more.