Sanitation Associate - 3rd Shift

Butterball • Carthage, MO

3d

About The Position

The Sanitation Associate is trained in appropriate methods for cleaning production equipment, machines, work areas, and water lines in a food manufacturing facility. The role involves preparing, handling, and storing cleaning chemicals and sanitizers, while maintaining appropriate chemical concentrations and following applicable safety and plant requirements. Team members report potential contamination issues and safety concerns arising during sanitation activities.

The position supports product safety and defense, sanitation-program compliance, food safety initiatives, and plant audit and inspection readiness. Work takes place in a food processing plant and may involve high noise levels, storage coolers, plant equipment, wet conditions, and extended hours when needed. The role requires prolonged standing and the physical ability to operate processing equipment and lift items.

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and with groups.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work effectively.
• Ability to train, maintain, and promote a safe work environment.
• Ability to read and understand HACCP, FDA, and OSHA requirements as needed.
• Ability to work around processing plant equipment.
• Physical ability to work in a wet environment, stand for long periods, operate processing equipment, and lift up to 80 pounds; the physical-demands section also states occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work extended hours if needed.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily sanitation of all processing lines.
• Promote a safe work environment through knowledge of the sanitation program and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ensure product safety and product defense in the plant.
• Maintain and clean water lines.
• Coordinate daily sanitation activities within the plant.
• Follow GMP and HACCP procedures related to cleanliness and product safety.
• Manage and report the need for cleaning chemical supplies necessary for the cleaning program, in compliance with OSHA and plant regulations.
• Assist operations in maintaining the highest possible ratings on audits and inspections.
• Support all food safety initiatives.
• Report potential contamination issues and safety concerns arising during sanitation work.

What This Job Offers

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