Sanitation Technician - 1st shift

Company Overview

Synergy Flavors, part of the Carbery Group, is more than just a leading international supplier of ingredients to the global food and beverage industry—we're a team driven by purpose. Our vision is simple yet powerful: enriching lives through healthier and tastier foods. We believe great flavor starts with great people, which is why we're committed to hiring creative, passionate individuals who want to make a real impact.

With deep expertise across food, beverage, and nutrition, our teams develop high-quality taste solutions that inspire innovation and elevate everyday experiences.

Synergy Flavors, Inc. is a leading international supplier of value‑added flavors and ingredients to the global bakery, confectionery, beverage, savory and nutrition industry. Our objective is simple: to provide great tasting flavors and ingredients for our customers. To do this, we employ some of the industry's most creative minds. We are headquartered in Wauconda, IL with additional operations in Chicago, IL;
Hamilton, OH; and Sao Paulo, Brazil.

The Sanitation Technician is in charge of keeping every area of the building clean and in orderly condition.

• Overall cleanliness of the entire building including Office, Labs and Plant
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them
• Gather and empty trash and recycling bins
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms, locker rooms, kitchens and fitness room
• Clean and dust furniture and fixtures
• Clean offices and break rooms in office, production and lab areas
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment in the office area
• Check electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created
• Move heavy furniture and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks
• Notify supervisor concerning the need for major repairs to building operating systems
• Remove snow from sidewalks using snow shovels, and spread snow‑melting chemicals as needed, around regularly scheduled cleanup
• Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs etc. to prepare facilities for events such as banquets and meetings
• Clean sinks in kitchens and break rooms and wash any dishes, load dishwashers
• Participate in the recycling program by breaking down corrugated packaging and storing for disposal
• Accurately complete daily checklists and documentation for assigned work area
• All other responsibilities as required

• High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) required
• Trained in GMP's – able to be trained
• Must be able to follow directions and perform work duties with limited supervision
• Attention to detail a must
• Must wear steel‑toed shoes, safety goggles and a mask as necessary
• Be constantly aware of chemicals and appropriate safety requirements and follow through with safety steps
• Able to be trained to drive a forklift

Hourly rate: $17 per hour. 1st shift:
Monday – Friday 6:00a.m. – 2:30p.m.

Carbery Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a supportive work environment.