Sanitation Tech

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Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations. It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover. We foster a culture of belonging where people come first, and diversity is embraced. And we live our values, always, while setting the highest standards for performance. Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Job Description

Date:10/12/2026

Job Title: Sanitation Technician

Corporate Compensation to Complete

Job Code:

Level:

FLSA Status: E

Job Family/Function: 6A273194 Sanitation Tech

FLSA Exemption Test:   Administrative

Reports To: Jess Dieffenbacher

Direct Reports? No

Job Summary

This role is part of the master sanitation team that is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the manufacturing infrastructure of the plant to maintain a clean environment for producing and packaging high-quality snack products. This role reports to the Quality Assurance & Sanitation Supervisor.

Essential Job Duties

Performs plant cleaning and sanitizing following the Master Sanitation Schedule

Learns and follows plant safety rules and GMPs, setting a good example for other employees and reporting any job-related injuries

Must be able to work safely at heights greater than 4 feet following all safety protocols

Works independently and efficiently for periods of time with no direct supervision 

Helps to maintain general housekeeping in all interior and exterior areas of the building

Utilizes powered cleaning equipment that may include powered lifts, scissors lifts, power washers, foam applicators, steamers, automatic compactors, motors and various non-mechanized equipment

Operates Powered Industrial Equipment such as a floor jack, trash compactor, scissor lift, boom lift, or floor scrubber in a safe and knowledgeable manner

Handles cleaning and sanitizing equipment with care and routinely identifies and escalates defective equipment

Disassembles, cleans, and reassembles cleaning and sanitizing equipment

Learns about the Allergens handled at this location and assists in allergen cleaning, as needed

Maintains and uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with OSHA, plant defined GMP's, or when directed by a supervisor

Participates in all required safety training, team development programs, and plant initiatives

Reads (Safety Data Sheets) information and preparation and use chemical cleaning agents in a manner consistent with the manufacturer's recommendations

Assists in spill containment caused by various events, as needed

Assists pest control technicians by noting and communicating pest activity

Completes Lock-out Tag-out and BBP (blood borne pathogens) training

Disposes of all waste in the proper locations (metals, food debris, recycling, etc.)

Supports and participates in Continuous Improvement initiatives such as 5S (sort, set, shine, standardize, and sustain)

Mixes and handles chemical concentrates and performs chemical titrations

Records and updates data and information into cleaning and sanitizing software and Microsoft Excel sheets

Communicates clearly with others and knows how to give and accept constructive feedback

May perform other duties as required

Mandatory overtime may be required

undefined Scope of Responsibility   Responsible for sanitation work that is tracked and trended with plant and corporate level visibility   Knowledge and Skill Requirements  Understand the importance of safety in a food manufacturing environment. Understand the need to prevent cross-contamination of food and food contact surfaces. Records and updates data and information into cleaning and sanitizing software and Microsoft Excel sheets. Communicates clearly with others and knows how to give and accept constructive feedback.   Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED and/or 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment required  Professional Licenses or Certifications Prior sanitation training and certificates are nice to have  Physical Demands  Weight Handling:Must be able to push, pull, and lift occasional heavy loads (50 lbs.)   Sitting: OccasionallyStanding: Continuously                         Walking: Continuously                           Driving: Seldom                                                      Using hands: Continuously                   Climbing: Frequently Stooping, Kneeling: Frequently                         Talking, Hearing: Frequently                Tasting, Smelling: Occasionally  Work Environment This is a food manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the team member will work around moving machinery, Powered Industrial Equipment, and personnel foot traffic. The team member is exposed to hot, cold, and refrigerated conditions, loud noise, food debris and dust, and wet floors which may become slippery. Team members must be aware of their surroundings.   Travel Required Seldom. However, traveling might occasionally be required for training purposes. 

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.