Sanitation Technician - Shift

Job Details

Location:

Minden, NV 89423
Shift: 1st Shift (Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday 5:00am→3:30pm; Monday 3:00am→1:30pm)

The Sanitation Technician is responsible for the proper sanitation and cleaning of the production and blending area equipment, completing assigned tasks on the Master Sanitation Schedule, and various other cleaning tasks throughout the facility. This individual is also responsible for sterilizing and starting up the processing and filling lines, according to the production schedule at the start of each week.

Individuals must maintain a safe and pleasant manner while following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety procedures, ensuring the department meets its goal of Safe, Quality Cases, as Efficiently as Possible.

• Learn, practice, and adhere to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) established for manufacturing.
• Learn, practice, and adhere to all Safety and Quality policies and procedures.
• Learn, practice, and adhere to plant Policies and Procedures.
• Learn, practice, and adhere to all processing, change over, clean-up, and sanitation procedures related to equipment and machines in the department, per the SOPs.
• Set up, clean, and operate all blending and filler equipment safely and efficiently per SOPs, GMPs, and safety standards to meet the Work Order requirements.
• Perform CIP (Clean In Place) & SIP (Sterilize In Place) blending and filling equipment to ensure proper cleaning and sterilization for production.
• Clean and sanitize machines, tables, scales, and utensils per the established SOPs.
• Follow proper cleaning procedures per SOPs to ensure that the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) is completed on a daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly basis.
• Maintain cleanliness in and outside the plant per the MSS and as needed by other departments and management.
• Learn and practice Lean Manufacturing to improve efficiency and eliminate waste.
• Follow process flow and step‑by‑step requirements for aseptic manufacturing.
• Work with the Quality team to ensure food safety and quality standards are met.
• Understand all part numbers, lot numbers, and product descriptions as they relate to the Work Order (WO).
• Respond to unsafe acts or conditions by making them safe or reporting them immediately.
• Update and maintain all required logs and paperwork within the department (equipment use, cleaning logs, Work Order, etc.) legibly and accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment to ensure employee safety, product integrity and efficiency.
• Perform assigned tasks while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), as required.
• Must have regular and reliable attendance.
• Work in other areas as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED, and/or 2 years of work experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, weights and measures, and efficient use of a calculator).
• Knowledge and understanding of basic computer and control systems.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to assemble, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to communicate both written and orally within the organization.
• Basic knowledge of food processing.
• Ability to give positive suggestions to improve operations in the work center.
• Team‑oriented: helpful, respectful, approachable, building strong working relationships and a positive work environment; responsible, honest, loyal, interacts with others tactfully, resolves conflicts appropriately, and adapts to change.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and work well under changing demands.
• Must have good work ethics, be highly motivated, and be a hands‑on problem solver.
• Ability to detect, recognize, and judge discrepancies.
• Requires accuracy, reliability, and attention to quality.

• Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours during peak periods or critical operations.
• Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills to meet essential job performance and safety standards.
• Ability…