Sanitation Operator - Sanitation

IPM Foods • Janesville, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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

The position works in a high-volume food manufacturing environment and may involve off-shift, overnight, or weekend hours. Work conditions include cleaning chemicals, hot water, steam, wet floors, production equipment, and varying temperature zones. Full PPE is required, and strict adherence to GMP, food safety, OSHA, and workplace safety requirements is mandatory.

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 using proper PPE; chemical-handling training is provided.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work assigned shifts, which may require 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 as trained and according to approved procedures.
• Prepare and use cleaning chemicals at required concentrations, following 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 begins.
• Keep chemical storage areas organized and compliant, following HAZMAT and SDS requirements.
• Follow GMP, food safety, OSHA, and Naturpak workplace safety requirements.

What This Job Offers

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