Sanitation Operator - Sanitation

IPM Foods • Janesville, WI

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Associate cleans and sanitizes production equipment, utensils, and work areas at the Naturpak facility in Janesville, Wisconsin. The role follows established Master Sanitation Schedules and SSOPs and ensures equipment is properly cleaned, inspected, and ready for production in compliance with FDA, USDA, and Naturpak food safety requirements.

Work takes place in a high-volume food manufacturing environment and may involve cleaning chemicals, hot water, steam, wet floors, and production equipment. Full PPE is required, and strict adherence to GMP, food safety, OSHA, and Naturpak workplace safety requirements is mandatory. The position is identified as 3rd shift; the posting also notes that sanitation work may occur during off-shift, overnight, or weekend hours.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in sanitation, janitorial, or food manufacturing cleaning operations is listed as preferred.
• Ability to read, follow, and accurately complete SSOPs and sanitation records.
• Willingness to work with industrial cleaning chemicals while wearing proper PPE; chemical-handling training is provided.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work assigned shifts, including possible early morning, late night, or weekend coverage.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods in wet or warm environments.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, including chemical containers and equipment components.
• Ability to work with industrial cleaning chemicals and hot water while wearing required PPE.
• Ability to work in varying temperature zones, including warm processing and refrigerated areas.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in food, beverage, or USDA/FDA-regulated manufacturing sanitation.
• Familiarity with CIP (Clean-in-Place) or COP (Clean-out-of-Place) procedures.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, or food safety fundamentals.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, utensils, and surrounding areas according to SSOPs and Master Sanitation Schedules.
• Disassemble and reassemble designated equipment components according to training and approved procedures.
• Prepare and use cleaning chemicals at required concentrations and follow chemical-handling, PPE, and safety procedures.
• Complete sanitation records accurately and in real time, including chemical concentrations, contact times, and area sign-offs.
• Immediately report equipment damage, deficiencies, or conditions that prevent effective cleaning to the supervisor.
• Support preoperational inspections and correct identified cleaning deficiencies before production starts.
• Maintain organized and compliant chemical storage areas and follow HAZMAT and SDS requirements.
• Follow GMP, food safety, OSHA, and Naturpak workplace safety requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED