Processing Sanitation Operator - 3rd Shift

Processing Sanitation Operator - 3rd Shift

Allendale, MI USA Requisition  No of Openings: 16 Posted Date:
Jun 16, 2026 Job Function:
Production Operations

Short & Sweet:
The sanitation operator is responsible for the disassembly, cleaning, sanitizing and re-assembly of cheese processing equipment.

Schedule:

8 hour shifts, 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM
* Weekends & Holidays are scheduled often *$1.00 shift premium between 6PM and 6AM

Benefits:
Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance 401K & Profit Sharing Monthly Production/Safety Bonuses Pet, legal, & other additional insurance packages available

• Inspect ribbon of cheese for softness and extraneous.
• Pack cheese.
• Feed ribbon stacks of cheese onto the conveyor.
• Blend cheese as required.
• Maintain good housekeeping at all times, including cleaning empty tubs and weighing scrap.
• Observe proper safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Add slip sheets/inter-leaver sheets in-between layers of cheese in tote.
• Fold bags into boxes so none is exposed when the box is closed.
• Monitor quality of boxes before running through the tape machine.
• Dimensions operator, perform the duties per established SOP's.
• Sealer operator, perform the duties per established SOP's.
• Scale operator, perform the duties per established SOP's.
• Box maker, perform the duties per established SOP's.
• Remove all cheese prior to sanitizing equipment, separating it into rework, redice, or scrap categories.
• Reassemble and make all necessary minor adjustments to all processing equipment and verify proper equipment set up.
• Clean all equipment using foam or CIP and rinse thoroughly.
• Disassemble all processing equipment.
• Protect all electrical panels and equipment from water damage by covering them.
• Comply with all safety regulations, policies and procedures.
• Notify team lead/supervisor of any potential problems, hazards, broken or damaged equipment.
• Organize all parts for proper and efficient cleaning.
• Pre-clean all processing equipment using scrapers and air guns and water.

• Must be able to work in a 24/7 operation, including weekends and holidays
• Must be at least 18 years or older
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Must be able to lift 46 lbs. from floor to shoulder (0" - 58") and climb stairs hourly

Leprino uses Psyche medics for a 90-day hair follicle drug test as part of the employee pre-employment process and also participates in E-Verify. All employees in our manufacturing facilities are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as mandated by their role and location.

Nearest Major Market:
Grand Rapids