Sanitation Technician ; 2nd Shift

Sanitation Technician I (2nd Shift)

At Winland Foods, our commitment to excellence, quality, integrity, respect, and collaboration shapes everything we do—from the food we make to the people who make it possible. As a Sanitation Team Member, you'll play a vital role in creating a safe, clean, and high-performing production environment. You'll guide daily sanitation activities, support line employees, and help ensure our facility meets the highest standards of food safety and quality.

Acting as a trusted partner to the Sanitation Supervisor, you'll not only keep our operations running smoothly but also model the values that define Winland—leading by example, fostering teamwork, and respecting the well-being of every employee. This is more than maintaining cleanliness—it's about protecting the integrity of our products, supporting the success of your team, and contributing to Winland's mission of delivering food experiences that delight consumers and earn their trust.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, with Saturdays as needed.

* 2nd Shift: 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Work Location:

5310 Historic Old Hwy 90, San Antonio, TX 78227

Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $21.95 per hour plus $1.00 shift differential

Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/life, HSA, FSA, EAP, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, identity and fraud protection plan, legal, and critical illness.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with routine and non-routine plant sanitation activities.
• Ensures equipment is clean and food safe.
• Understand and follow plant policies for placing materials on hold and collecting retention samples.
• Assist with chemical inventory control following FIFO practices.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
• Work in all areas of the facility, both inside and outside, and on all floors in the facility.
• Cleans assigned facilities and/or grounds (e.g. offices, restrooms, conference rooms, warehouse, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
• Performs minor, job related, maintenance on custodial equipment, furniture and fixtures (e.g. change ballasts, vacuum cleaner belts, bags, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring proper functioning and usability of items
• Replenishes breakroom, test kitchen, offices, conference rooms and rest room supplies (e.g. snacks, paper towels, soap, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring adequate quantities for daily use
• Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
• Prepare accurate written documentation.
• Participate in 5S efforts.

Knowledge, Training and

Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 year of work experience in manufacturing or food production sanitation preferred.
• 18+ years of age.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.
• Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills.
• Advanced levels require proficiency in MII, WE systems, and interpreting line huddle measures to resolve issues.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.
• Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., push heavy loads, stand/walk up to 90 % of shift, and climb as needed.
• Must have near and far visual acuity, some color perception, and full range of hand/arm movement.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors and others at the worksite regarding work matters, which are mostly conducted in English. This includes the ability to understand and respond to oral communications; understand written information, communications, and safety information; and communicate in writing as needed.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members (progressively more responsibility at higher levels).
• Advanced levels lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support…