Sanitation Specialist

Sanitation Technician – 2nd Shift

This role focuses on thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing production equipment, machinery, and facility areas to support a safe, efficient, and compliant food production environment. You will follow established sanitation procedures, handle cleaning chemicals responsibly, and help ensure that all operations meet strict food safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, machinery, and facility areas according to established procedures.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment as needed to perform thorough cleaning and sanitation.
• Follow all sanitation procedures and chemical handling guidelines to ensure safe and effective cleaning.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules and tasks on time.
• Maintain compliance with food safety standards, GMP, HACCP, and internal company policies.
• Properly use sanitation chemicals, tools, and cleaning equipment, and handle waste and disposal materials according to company procedures.
• Document sanitation activities accurately and complete all required logs and paperwork.
• Inspect equipment and work areas regularly to verify that cleanliness and sanitation standards are met.
• Communicate maintenance issues, safety concerns, or equipment problems promptly to supervisors or appropriate personnel.
• Work both independently and as part of a team to ensure the production line and surrounding areas remain clean and safe throughout the shift.

Work Environment

This position is based in a production facility and primarily supports one production line. The role is on 2nd shift, working approximately 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM, requiring extended periods of standing and regular lifting of up to 50 pounds. You will work around industrial production equipment, sanitation tools, and cleaning chemicals, following strict safety, quality, and sanitation procedures to maintain a clean and compliant environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Skokie, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 Skokie, IL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.