Sanitation Technician

Job Title

Sanitation Technician

As a Sanitation Technician, you will be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing production equipment, tools, and work areas according to established procedures. You will disassemble and reassemble machinery for thorough cleaning, follow strict sanitation schedules, handle cleaning chemicals safely, and inspect equipment to ensure proper sanitation. Collaboration with production and quality teams to maintain food safety standards is essential, as is supporting continuous improvement in hygiene, safety, and efficiency.

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, and work areas following established procedures.
• Disassemble and reassemble machinery for thorough cleaning.
• Follow strict sanitation schedules to ensure all areas are cleaned within required time frames.
• Handle cleaning chemicals safely, adhering to training and regulatory guidelines.
• Inspect cleaned equipment and areas to verify proper sanitation.
• Document sanitation activities accurately and consistently.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to maintain food safety standards.
• Identify and report any maintenance or safety issues.
• Support continuous improvement efforts related to hygiene, safety, and efficiency.

• Knowledge of food safety, cleaning, sanitizing, and sanitation practices.
• Experience in food manufacturing, GMPs, and food quality standards.
• Janitorial skills and ability to sanitize effectively.
• Understanding of SOPs in food production and manufacturing.

• Previous experience in sanitation, food production, or industrial cleaning preferred.
• Ability to work with cleaning chemicals and follow safety protocols.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to work in a wet, cold, or humid environment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment disassembly and reassembly.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

This position is based in a cheese manufacturing facility and laboratory. Work hours are within the 2nd or 3rd shift from Monday to Friday. The workload typically increases from late summer through early fall, requiring work every other Saturday during this period. The work environment can be wet, cold, or humid.

Contract to Hire position based out of BELGIUM, WI.

Pay range: $20.00 - $22.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in BELGIUM, WI.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.

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