Weekend Sanitation Associate - Pallets/Flats

Pete & Gerry's Organics, LLC; Greencastle (Franklin County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) with 4% employer match

Onsite employees receive free eggs weekly

Job summary

A leading organic farming company is seeking a reliable Weekend Pallet & Flat Washer to maintain hygiene and safety standards for pallets and flats. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in a processing environment. Responsibilities include inspecting pallets and complying with safety procedures. This role offers various benefits, including medical insurance, paid vacation, and opportunities for advancement, embodying a mission of caring for hens and the community.

Qualifications

• Experience in a processing environment preferred.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain pallets and flats to hygiene standards.
• Inspect pallets for quality concerns.
• Comply with food safety procedures and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Healthy Hens, Healthy Eggs, Heathy Planet:

At Pete & Gerry's, we were first to do it better, and are still doing it best. For nearly 30 years, we've been on a mission to produce healthy, delicious eggs and partner with family farms for meaningful impact. By raising hens outdoors as nature intended, we stay true to our roots every step of the way by keeping animal welfare, planet-friendly farming practices, and high-quality taste and nutrition at the heart of all we do, so you can always believe in what you buy.

Healthy Together

At Pete & Gerry’s, we believe that when we care for each other, we all thrive. Across our farms, offices, and communities, we act as one flock — united by respect, collaboration, and a shared commitment to doing what’s right. We create an environment where every person feels valued, supported, and empowered to grow, because our success depends on the wellbeing of the people who make our mission possible.

The Role at a Glance:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Weekend Pallet & Flat Washer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for cleaning and maintaining pallets and flats to ensure they meet our hygiene and safety standards. This position is perfect for someone who takes pride in keeping a clean, organized work environment and is available to work weekend shifts.

How You’ll Create Greater Impact:

In this role, you’ll help deliver the highest quality product while upholding our unwavering commitment to animal welfare, food safety, and responsible farming. You’ll act boldly, embrace continuous improvement, and partner with teammates and customers to deliver wins.

• Turn on and prepare wash tank at the start of shift


• Ensure proper tools and supplies are available for cleaning, scraping, and inspection of the pallets


• Inspect pallets as they exit machine for debris, stickers, glue, or any other quality concerns


• Stack cleaned pallets and label as required


• Wrap pallet stacks to prepare for shipments


• General housekeeping including cleaning eggs off the floor, organization of materials, emptying and cleaning of waste receptacles


• Comply with all food safety procedures, regulatory requirements, and process efficiency

What You’ll Bring to the Flock:

We are one team — united by respect and a shared commitment to doing what’s right. What we do every day connects to something bigger.

You’ll bring your experience, perspective, and pride in your work. We value collaboration, curiosity, and diverse viewpoints — because they make our flock stronger.

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred


• Experience in a processing environment preferred


• Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds


• Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Work Schedule & Hours:

• Shifts up to 12 hours per day, based on operational needs


• Start and end times may vary due to truck arrivals, order fulfillment, machine downtime, or production changes


• Flexibility required to adjust schedule as needed

Tending to our Flock:

We care for our people the same way we care for our hens — with attention, respect, and balance. Our benefits are designed to support real life and whole wellbeing.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid vacation


• 9 paid holidays


• 401(k) with 4% employer match


• Disability and life insurance


• Opportunities for advancement


• Maternity and paternity leave


• Flexible Spending Account


• Onsite employees receive free eggs weekly; remote employees receive coupons for free eggs


• Breakfast or lunch events from time to time.


• A team grounded in a shared mission: Healthy Hens, Healthy Eggs, Healthy Planet.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Pete & Gerry’s Organics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a community built on respect and shared purpose. Every person belongs here — because our strength comes from the diversity of people and perspectives that make us who we are.