Sanitation Technician - String Make

Lactalis USA; Nampa (ID); Sur place; USD 35 000 - 50 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid Time Off from day one

Training and development opportunities

Education Reimbursement

Résumé du poste

Lactalis USA is seeking a Sanitation Operator III in Nampa, ID. This role focuses on disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling production equipment to meet food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in food manufacturing or sanitation and a strong attention to detail.

Join a family-owned company that values innovation and employee development, offering comprehensive benefits and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing, sanitation, or industrial cleaning environments preferred.
• Basic knowledge of chemical handling and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to perform physically demanding, repetitive tasks for extended periods.

Responsabilités

• Disassemble production lines for thorough cleaning and sanitation.
• Perform cleaning using approved procedures, tools, and chemicals.
• Conduct verification activities to confirm sanitation effectiveness.

Connaissances

Ability to work independently

Strong attention to detail

Reliable attendance

Clear communication

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

Cleaning chemicals

PPE

Description du poste

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive – whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family‑owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award‑winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go‑Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values‑Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Sanitation Operator III based in Nampa, ID.

Requirements

The Sanitation Technician III works independently to disassemble, clean, and reassemble production equipment to meet strict food safety standards. This role is responsible for safely handling sanitation chemicals, verifying cleaning effectiveness, and ensuring all assigned areas are fully sanitized to prevent contamination and support safe food production.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Disassemble production lines and equipment for thorough cleaning and sanitation
• Perform cleaning and sanitizing using approved procedures, tools, and chemicals
• Conduct verification activities (including swabbing) to confirm sanitation effectiveness
• Reassemble equipment correctly and prepare lines for on‑time production startup
• Inspect equipment and work areas to ensure they meet food safety standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Safely handle and apply caustic and acidic cleaning chemicals in accordance with procedures
• Communicate issues that impact safety, quality, or production to supervisors
• Work with team members to support efficient sanitation and production flow
• Take action when unsafe conditions or behaviors are observed
• Attend required meetings and training sessions
• Perform other duties as assigned

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• High School Diploma or completion of GED preferred but not required.

Experience

• 1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing, sanitation, or industrial cleaning environments preferred
• Experience working with cleaning chemicals, PPE, or sanitation equipment strongly preferred
• Experience in physically demanding or repetitive work environments is a plus

Specialized Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of chemical handling, dilution, or sanitation procedures (SDS, labels, PPE).
• Familiarity with CIP/COP or foaming/spray sanitation processes a plus.

Skills / Abilities

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned sanitation areas
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to completing work thoroughly (not cutting corners)
• Ability to perform physically demanding, repetitive tasks for extended periods
• Reliable attendance and ability to consistently show up on time
• Ability to recognize and address cleanliness, safety, or quality issuesClear communication with team members and supervisors
• Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to safely handle hazardous cleaning chemicals and follow established safety procedures
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and addressing unsafe condition

Benefits

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

EEO Statement

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally‑recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an affirmative action employer will comply with all related legal obligations.