Plant Sanitation Technician - 2nd Shift

Plant Sanitation Technician – 2nd Shift

Application for the Plant Sanitation Technician – 2nd Shift at Albanese Confectionery Group, Inc.

The Plant Sanitation Technician is essential to the manufacturing process. They operate, clean, and maintain automated production machinery and are responsible for the overall cleanliness of production areas.

The role supports production teams by creating and maintaining a sanitary GMP manufacturing environment, working with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality to ensure food safety and sanitation practices are at the highest plantwide standards. The Technician is responsible for cleaning and maintaining a sanitary environment throughout the plant to comply with company and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensure cleanliness of the manufacturing environment.
• Comply with all company Quality, HACCP, GMP, and Food Safety standards.
• Maintain strict compliance with PPE for extended periods.
• Understand the use and proper titration of approved chemicals for the sanitation process and distribution plantwide.
• Sanitize equipment and utensils using water pressure hose and chemicals.
• Perform and document Sanitation duties as outlined by Master Sanitation checklists.
• Interact with Sanitation Supervisors and Leads to prioritize specific projects and evaluate the progress of work.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality Control, and Maintenance departments on cleaning procedures and projects.
• Operate Power Scrubbers and PIT equipment (Pallet Jack, Fork Truck, Scissor Lifts, etc.).
• Assist with recycling disposal program and general waste management.
• Safely operate tray washing machine.
• Respond to radio calls for cleanup assistance as needed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• Close working relationship with Quality Control, Maintenance, and Production Staff.
• Self-directed.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Team player.
• Time management assertiveness to adjust to specific duties.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be able to stand for 8–12 hours per day with applicable breaks.
• Ability to lift, carry, bend, push, pull, and twist frequently as needed.
• Ability to walk long distances and walk up flights of stairs for an 8-hour period.
• Ability to operate floor and parts cleaning equipment.
• Willingness to work at heights up to 30 feet in the air.
• Ability to operate forklift, electric pallet jack, and scissor lift.
• Ability to work with industrial cleaning chemicals for extended periods.
• Willingness to perform custodial duties when assigned.
• Ability to sweep and mop large areas by hand.
• Able to wear PPE attire when handling chemicals.
• Withstand getting wet from washing machinery for extended periods.
• Prior experience in food manufacturing setting not necessary but preferred; prior experience in kitchen, manufacturing, or medical environment sanitation strongly preferred.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.
• Regular and timely attendance.

• High School Diploma or a G.E.D.