Sanitation Worker - Harrisburg, PA (2nd shift)

Kids for the Future; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanitation Specialists in Harrisburg, PA is seeking dedicated sanitation staff to ensure contamination-free facilities and safe production environments. The role emphasizes stringent cleaning, adherence to GMPs, and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Shift from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm with a base pay of $18 per hour. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50–70 pounds, handle chemicals safely, and maintain high cleanliness standards.

Qualifications

• Must have strong customer service orientation and safety focus.
• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Familiarity with GMPs, food safety and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Detailed sanitation and up-keep of the facility to cleaning standards.
• Maintain facility and surrounding area in compliance with GMPs and food safety standards.
• Remove trash and soil; clean floors, walls, ceilings.
• Follow directions from Supervisor and Leads; tasks assigned accordingly.
• Adhere to sanitation equipment guidelines and wear PPE.

Skills

Customer service

Work ethic

Safety awareness

Reading SDS

Multi-tasking

Team player

Adaptability

Job description

• Location 7505 Grayson Road,0,Harrisburg, PA, 17111,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 / Hour

Description

Overview

Sanitation Specialists is a family-owned company that puts their employees first! Why Sanitation Specialists? "Because People Matter," because at our core, our people drive everything we do and how we do it. We have made sanitation our core business, making food safety our highest priority. Our purpose: Providing great careers for great people who are passionate about protecting the world's food supply. Hiring and retaining a competent team is essential in our line of work. In order to hire and retain the best, we offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a positive work culture. We are continually working to be an employer of choice

Job Skills / Requirements

We are looking for hard working individuals that have a commitment to customer service, great work ethic, and always work with safety as priority. If you are seeking to grow, learn, and strive as a team player we want you to join our team.

Compensation: $18/hr Schedule Hours: 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Detailed sanitation and up-keep of the facility, ensuring that all processing equipment is properly cleaned and sanitized to established standards to prepare for client to process their product
• Maintain facility and surrounding area in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and recognized Food Safety Standards
• Removal of all trash and product/soil from plant; cleaning of floors, walls, ceilings
• Follow directions of the Sanitation Supervisor and Leads; duties to be directed by both
• Follow all Sanitation Equipment tool and equipment guidelines
• Wear specified company provided protective gear at all times

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of chemical usage, proportions and regulations
• Decision making/problem solving skills and listening skills
• Knowledge of sanitation equipment and tools
• Knowledge of GMPs, Food Safety and Sanitation Procedures
• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to handle difficult and/or sensitive situations
• Previous experience as a janitor, custodian, cleaner, maintenance team member, production crew member, chemical mixer, third shift, 3rd shift
• Willing to learn and adhere to proper procedures in safety when working with moving machinery
• Willing to accept change and work in a team-based environment
• Minimum 1 year sanitation experience required.
• Must be able to read and understand company documents pertinent to your position.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

• Required to lift up to 50 lbs (garbage removal) and/or up to 70 lbs (if using power hoses)
• Exposure to chemical cleaning solutions (chlorine, acid and detergents) and adherence to safety protocols with these chemicals
• Perform repetitive tasks: stand during most of the shift, walking, stooping, bending, reaching and crouching, climbing up/down stairs and ladders
• Work in cold and wet environment (varies; approximately 34 degrees)
• Must have reliable transportation to arrive to/from work site
• Must be flexible with schedule, as shift times could change at customer's request, weekends and overtime may be required or part of the normal work schedule