Sanitation Technician II

Nutrient Survival; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 60,174,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrient Survival in Reno, NV is seeking a Sanitation Technician II to join our food manufacturing team. You will perform advanced cleaning, equipment sanitation, and process verification under the Food Safety, Quality Assurance, & Sanitation Supervisor, with a 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM shift, days, non-exempt, Saturday through Friday.

This role emphasizes GMP adherence, chemical handling discipline, documentation, and teamwork in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience performing routine sanitation duties at the Technician I level or equivalent.
• Required completion of applicable chemical handling and storage training.
• Demonstrated knowledge of sanitation procedures, GMPs, food safety, and chemical safety.
• Ability to identify basic sanitation risks and potential contamination concerns.
• Ability to train or coach employees on established sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively across departments.
• Ability to complete or be trained on approved lift and forklift operations when required and authorized.
• Ability to Live PACK values.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the completion of the Master Sanitation Schedule tasks.
• Perform advanced cleaning and sanitation of equipment, processing rooms, and facility areas.
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, verify, reassemble, and sanitize equipment and tools according to approved procedures.
• Identify difficult to clean areas, potential harborage areas, and conditions that may affect sanitation.
• Operate approved sanitation equipment, including industrial dishwashers, floor scrubbers, wet vacuums, power washers, foamers, hoses, and related equipment.
• Complete required sanitation documentation and verification records accurately and timely.
• Perform and support ATP, allergen, environmental monitoring, and other verification activities as assigned and trained.
• Monitor chemical usage, dispensing systems, sanitizer application, and chemical measurements as assigned.
• Train or assist in training sanitation employees on approved sanitation procedures, equipment, chemical handling, and cleaning techniques.
• Evaluate sanitation practices and communicate opportunities to improve effectiveness, efficiency, safety, or completeness.
• Assist with troubleshooting sanitation, equipment, chemical, and process issues.
• Perform line clearance accurately.
• Perform product release and sample testing accurately.
• Give directions to sanitation team members and assign tasks.
• Convey directions or instructions from leadership.
• Perform other sanitation duties as assigned.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Job description

The old food system is failing us. Ultra-processed. Nutrient-deficient. Addictive by design. We're done with that. It's time to break free. We make real food with real nutrition to fuel real life, no matter the moment. Delicious food powered by essential nutrients for peak performance, everyday, on adventure, or in an emergency.

Handcrafted with natural ingredients and no artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners or preservatives, one small batch at a time, then fortified with the essential nutrients your mind and body need to perform, Protein, Vitamins, Minerals, Fiber and Omega 3.

We are a team of passionate individuals committed to making a difference in the world. We are headquartered in a 100,000 sq. ft. facility with our offices, test kitchens, ovens, food prep equipment, freeze-drier, packaging and shipping, all in one place. Here, we stay focused on quality and consistency in every batch.

Job Summary: We are seeking a high-spirited, roll-up-your sleeves, and jump-in teammate to join our loyal Pack.

The Sanitation Technician II is an experienced sanitation professional responsible for advanced

sanitation activities, equipment disassembly and reassembly, sanitation verification, chemical

monitoring, employee training, sanitation troubleshooting, and process improvement. The

Technician II works with minimal supervision and applies established sanitation principles to

identify deficiencies, contamination risks, equipment concerns, and opportunities to improve

You'll report to the Food Safety, Quality Assurance, & Sanitation Supervisor

Industry Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Fulfillment

Shift Day shift

Schedule Saturday through Friday, 8-hour or 10-hour shift within business operations 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM Position Non-Exempt

Hourly Rate $21.00 - $ 24.00 per hour

Responsibilities/Job Description:

• Ensure the completion of the Master Sanitation Schedule tasks
• Perform advanced cleaning and sanitation of equipment, processing rooms, and facility areas
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, verify, reassemble, and sanitize equipment and tools according to approved procedures
• Identify difficult to clean areas, potential harborage areas, and conditions that may affect sanitation
• Operate approved sanitation equipment, including industrial dishwashers, floor scrubbers, wet vacuums, power washers, foamers, hoses, and related equipment
• Complete required sanitation documentation and verification records accurately and timely
• Perform and support ATP, allergen, environmental monitoring, and other verification activities as assigned and trained
• Monitor chemical usage, dispensing systems, sanitizer application, and chemical measurements as

assigned

• Train or assist in training sanitation employees on approved sanitation procedures, equipment, chemical handling, and cleaning techniques
• Evaluate sanitation practices and communicate opportunities to improve effectiveness, efficiency, safety, or completeness
• Assist with troubleshooting sanitation, equipment, chemical, and process issues
• Perform line clearance accurately
• Perform in processes verification audit and packaging integrity checks accurately
• Perform product release and sample testing accurately
• Give directions to sanitation team members. Assign tasks and cleaning projects
• Convey directions or instructions from leadership
• Perform other sanitation duties as assigned
• Perform other sanitation duties as assigned

Food Safety, GMP, and Sanitation Responsibilities

• Follow all applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety requirements, sanitation procedures, and facility rules
• Follow applicable SSOPs, OPLs, job aids, Master Sanitation Schedule requirements, and other approved

sanitation instructions

• Maintain awareness of allergen, foreign material, cross-contamination, and sanitation hazards
• Maintain sanitation tools and equipment in a clean, sanitary, and serviceable condition
• Promptly communicate conditions that may affect food safety, sanitation effectiveness, employee safety, or production readiness

Chemical and Equipment Safety

• Follow Hazard Communication requirements and applicable Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Handle, store, label, and use sanitation chemicals according to approved procedures
• Use sanitation equipment only as trained and authorized
• Report damaged equipment, sanitation tools, chemical issues, unsafe conditions, and other concerns

promptly

Documentation and Communication

• Complete required sanitation records accurately and in a timely manner
• Document completion of assigned sanitation activities as required
• Communicate incomplete tasks, sanitation deficiencies, equipment concerns, or other issues to the appropriate supervisor or lead
• Maintain professional and respectful communication with Sanitation, Quality, Production, Maintenance,

and other departments

Teamwork and Accountability

• Work cooperatively with members of the sanitation team and other departments
• Ask for assistance when a task exceeds current training, capability, or authorization
• Assist teammates when appropriately trained and operationally able to do so
• Accept coaching, training, and feedback professionally
• Maintain accountability for assigned tasks, areas, tools, and documentation

Minimum Qualifications and Competencies

• Demonstrated experience performing routine sanitation duties at the Technician I level or equivalent

competency

• Required completion of applicable chemical handling and storage training
• Demonstrated knowledge of sanitation procedures, GMPs, food safety, and chemical safety
• Ability to identify basic sanitation risks and potential contamination concerns
• Ability to evaluate sanitation problems and communicate practical corrective or improvement ideas
• Ability to train or coach employees on established sanitation procedures
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively across departments
• Ability to complete or be trained on approved lift and forklift operations when required and authorized
• Ability to Live PACK values

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift
• Frequently bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, reach, stretch, and work below waist level
• Frequently reach at, above, and below shoulder height
• Ability to lift and carry materials and sanitation equipment weighing up to approximately 35 pounds, with team lifting or mechanical assistance used for heavier items
• Ability to push and pull sanitation equipment and handle hoses and cleaning tools
• Ability to climb stairs and use approved ladders or platforms when trained and authorized
• Ability to work in wet conditions, including wet floors, water spray, foam, and rinse water
• Ability to work around hot water, steam, and heated equipment
• Ability to work in cold or refrigerated areas when required
• Ability to work around cleaning and sanitizing chemicals while wearing required PPE
• Ability to perform repetitive motions associated with scrubbing, brushing, wiping, sweeping, and other sanitation activities

Working Environment and Conditions

• Food manufacturing and warehouse environments
• Frequent exposure to water, wet floors, foam, and sanitation activities
• Potential exposure to hot water, steam, heated equipment, and warm production areas
• Potential exposure to refrigerated or cold areas
• Potential exposure to sanitation chemicals, detergents, sanitizers, and chemical aerosols or foam
• Exposure to industrial noise from production and sanitation equipment
• Work may require access to elevated areas using approved stairs, ladders, platforms, or other authorized access equipment
• Required PPE may include safety glasses, gloves, chemical-resistant PPE, protective footwear, hearing

protection, aprons, face protection, and other PPE as determined by the task and hazard

Additional Responsibilities

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions. Additional duties may be assigned based on business and operational needs.

Experience with food manufacturing operations is helpful but not required if you have transferable skills from other warehouse environments.

No specific degree is required for this position. We value candidates who have developed relevant skills through various experiences.

Accommodations available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application process.

Nutrient Survival is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.