Sanitation Technician I - 3rd Shift

Proper Beverage Company; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Proper Beverage Company is seeking a Sanitation Technician I for its Hudsonville, MI facility. This entry-level, full-time role operates on the 3rd shift from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, supporting cleanliness across production areas.

Responsibilities include basic cleaning, equipment disassembly for cleaning, proper chemical handling, and adherence to sanitation protocols. Training will be provided, with a focus on safety and compliance in a beverage production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing is required; food & beverage experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleanliness and safety standards in manufacturing.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and efficiency.
• Physically able to stand, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable in wet or humid environments with cleaning chemicals.
• Commitment to learning and sanitation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic cleaning tasks on production equipment, floors, walls, and general facility areas under supervision.
• Follow sanitation procedures and safety protocols as directed.
• Assist with disassembling simple equipment components for cleaning.
• Handle, clean, and store sanitation tools and supplies.
• Use cleaning chemicals safely and wear appropriate PPE.
• Complete cleaning checklists and report task completion to shift lead.
• Communicate equipment or sanitation issues to experienced technicians.
• Participate in initial training and shadowing to learn best practices.
• Support cleanliness and organization of sanitation supply areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PPE usage

Chemical handling

Job description

Job Information

Job Title

Location

4432 S. Buttermilk Ct. Suite 400 Hudsonville, MI 49426

Company

Department

Sanitation

Reports To

Sanitation Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Job Description

As a Sanitation Technician I, you will play an important role in supporting the cleanliness and hygiene of our beverage production facility. This is an entry-level position focused on learning and executing routine sanitation tasks under close supervision. Your reliability and attention to detail will help ensure a safe and compliant production environment.

This is a full-time, 3rd shift position. The schedule is Monday night through Friday night from 10pm to 6:30am.

Responsibilities

Sanitation Tasks

• Perform basic cleaning tasks on production equipment, floors, walls, and general facility areas under supervision
• Follow sanitation procedures and safety protocols as directed
• Assist with disassembling simple equipment components for cleaning

Tool & Chemical Handling

• Properly handle, clean, and store sanitation tools and supplies
• Use cleaning chemicals safely under guidance and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Documentation & Communication

• Complete assigned cleaning checklists and report task completion to the shift lead
• Communicate equipment or sanitation issues to experienced technicians

Learning & Development

• Participate in initial training and shadowing to learn sanitation best practices
• Support overall cleanliness and organization of sanitation supply areas

All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, preferred
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing setting, required; food & beverage experience, preferred
• Basic understanding of cleanliness and safety standards in a manufacturing setting
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently
• Physically able to stand, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in wet or humid environments with exposure to cleaning chemicals
• Commitment to learning and adhering to company policies and sanitation protocols