Second Shift Equipment Cleaning & Sanitation Specialist

Merit Manufacturing; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental

Flexible Time Off Policy

Performance Bonus Opportunities

Year End Bonus Opportunity

Company Events

Job summary

A leading contract manufacturer in Warren, MI, is looking for a Second Shift Equipment Cleaning & Sanitation Specialist. This role involves cleaning production equipment and ensuring it meets safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates have experience in industrial cleaning, strong attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures. The position offers a second shift schedule and various benefits, including healthcare and performance bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, sanitation, or industrial cleaning is a plus.
• Comfortable working with commercial equipment and cleaning procedures.
• Willingness to document processes carefully and accurately.
• Willingness to document processes carefully and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment thoroughly.
• Follow standard cleaning procedures to ensure quality.
• Document work accurately to verify cleaning steps.
• Prepare equipment for the next day.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area.
• Protect product quality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow procedures

Reliability

Experience with commercial equipment

Second shift readiness

Tools

Commercial equipment

Job description

Who We’re Looking For

Are you the kind of person who takes pride in leaving things better than you found them?

We’re looking for a Second Shift Equipment Cleaning & Sanitation Specialist who understands that behind every great production run is a clean, safe, and properly maintained piece of equipment. This role is perfect for someone who appreciates the quiet focus of evening work and finds satisfaction in doing important work that others depend on.

While most of the building winds down for the day, you’ll be getting things ready for tomorrow. You’re one of the secret heroes of the operation, making sure our mixing and filling equipment is spotless, safe, and ready to perform at its best when the next production shift arrives.

If you like hands‑on work, take pride in doing things the right way, and enjoy being part of a team that relies on each other, we want to meet you.

Your Main Responsibilities

As our Second Shift Equipment Cleaning & Sanitation Specialist, you’ll be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the commercial equipment used to manufacture our products. Your work ensures our production team can start the next day with equipment that meets the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.

This role requires attention to detail, consistency, and the ability to follow established procedures carefully.

• Clean and Sanitize Production Equipment
  Perform thorough cleaning procedures on commercial mixing tanks, filling equipment, and related production machinery.

• Follow Standard Cleaning Procedures
  Carefully follow all established sanitation protocols to ensure equipment meets quality and safety standards.

• Document the Work
  Complete required documentation accurately to verify cleaning steps, inspections, and sanitation processes.

• Prepare Equipment for the Next Day
  Ensure all equipment is properly cleaned, reassembled, and ready for the production team to start strong the following morning.

• Maintain a Safe and Organized Work Area
  Keep cleaning stations and surrounding workspaces neat, organized, and compliant with safety guidelines.

• Protect Product Quality
  Understand that proper sanitation is critical to producing safe, high‑quality products for our customers.

Your work might happen behind the scenes, but it has a massive impact on everything we produce.

Are You Qualified?

• Experience in manufacturing, sanitation, or industrial cleaning is a plus.

• Comfortable working with commercial equipment and cleaning procedures.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures.

• Reliable and able to work independently during second shift hours.

• Willingness to document processes carefully and accurately.

A Little About Us

Merit Manufacturing is a contract manufacturer in the personal care space.

We make products like shampoo, body wash, beard oil, lotions, and laundry detergent for nationwide brands you’ve definitely heard of—and probably used.

In just six years, we’ve grown dramatically each year and we’re not done yet.

We recently moved into a state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility that’s unlike anything our industry has seen. We worked hard to make this one of the coolest manufacturing environments you’ll ever work in.

At Merit, we believe the success of the company comes from the people who show up every day and do great work. Whether you’re running production during the day or preparing equipment at night, every role matters.

Why You Want This Job

• You’ll play a critical role in preparing our production equipment for success.

• You’ll work in a modern, high‑tech manufacturing facility.

• Second shift offers a quieter work environment and a consistent schedule.

• We reward our employees in creative and meaningful ways.

• You’ll be part of a growing company where your work makes a real impact.

Why You Don’t Want This Job

• This role requires attention to detail—cleaning procedures must be followed exactly.

• You’ll need to complete documentation accurately every time.

• This is hands‑on work that involves cleaning large pieces of equipment.

• The schedule is second shift, 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM, and reliability is critical.

The Basics

Location: Warren, MI
Shift: Second Shift (6:00 PM – 2:00 AM)
Pay Rate: Negotiated based on experience

Benefits:

• Healthcare

• Dental

• Flexible Time Off Policy

• Performance Bonus Opportunities

• Year End Bonus Opportunity

• Company Events

Equality

Merit Manufacturing is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.