Sanitation Technician — Food Safety & GMP Specialist

Michael Foods, Inc.; Lenox Township (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Foods, Inc. in Lenox, Iowa is hiring a Sanitation Technician to support daily manufacturing operations. The role emphasizes clean, safe, and compliant facilities through GMPs, SSOPs, and strict safety adherence.

You will work to protect employee health, food safety, and product quality. Your duties include cleaning and sanitizing production equipment, recording sanitation activities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain high cleanliness standards in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training will be provided.
• Experience in food manufacturing or sanitation is beneficial but not required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in wet/humid environments.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, sanitize, and reassemble production equipment per SOPs.
• Clean production lines and facility areas using appropriate sanitation tools.
• Assist with equipment setup and start-up after sanitation activities.
• Support COP processes and other sanitation systems as required.
• Accurately complete sanitation records and checklists in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with team and cross-functional partners to ensure sanitation effectiveness.
• Support production operations while maintaining sanitation and food safety standards.
• Maintain a safe and healthy workplace and follow all safety policies.
• Follow GMPs and report any conditions affecting food safety or quality.
• Identify and report issues that could impact safety or quality.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory, company, and customer requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading and following instructions

Written and verbal communication

Mathematical aptitude

Teamwork

Tools

LOTO procedures

Sanitation equipment operation

Job description

Michael Foods, Inc. in Lenox, Iowa is hiring a Sanitation Technician to support daily manufacturing operations. The role emphasizes clean, safe, and compliant facilities through GMPs, SSOPs, and strict safety adherence.

You will work to protect employee health, food safety, and product quality. Your duties include cleaning and sanitizing production equipment, recording sanitation activities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain high cleanliness standards in a fast-paced