Sanitation Operator

''•Appleton, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Operator is responsible for inspecting, training, and following guidelines from the American Dairy Association, United States Department of Agriculture, American Institute of Baking, Food and Drug Administration, and company policies. The role involves sanitizing assigned equipment according to FDA and USDA regulations, quality specifications, and company policies. Day-to-day activities may include safely dispensing, titrating, and storing cleaning chemicals, smocks, and gloves; performing ATP testing and logging results; inspecting manufacturing lines, equipment, and outdoor areas for sanitation compliance; working safely around large processing equipment using cleaning agents and power cleaning tools; assisting with transporting heavy objects using proper machinery; and accurately completing all required digital and/or hardcopy documentation. The role also requires participation in safety and facility training, adherence to PPE and GMP guidelines, and effective work in wet environments with temperature variations. The position operates in a manufacturing environment with potential exposure to loud noises, strong odors, temperature fluctuations, moving machinery, wet or humid conditions, hazardous chemicals, high or confined areas, extreme temperatures, and vibration. Physical requirements include prolonged standing, walking, communicating, sensory tasks, frequent handling of objects, climbing, balancing, and performing physical movements such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
6+ months of experience working with chemical safety practices in an industrial manufacturing setting required, food manufacturing preferred.
Sanitation experience must be within the last five (5) years.
Certifications in forklift, high lift, and articulated (boom) lift preferred or ability to obtain certifications required.
Maintains a continuous learning mindset and adapts quickly to new equipment, processes, and roles.
Demonstrates strong technical ability with a digital-first approach, embracing new technologies and accurately entering data.
Communicates clearly with all levels of the organization, follows instructions (written/oral/diagram form), and completes necessary documentation independently in English.
Pays close attention to detail, prioritizing product quality, safety, and accurate record-keeping.
Physically capable of meeting job requirements and consistently brings a positive, team-focused attitude to work.
Demonstrates adaptability, technical proficiency, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills while working independently or collaboratively to ensure effective and logical decision-making in diverse situations.
Demonstrates the physical capability to bend frequently and lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds), alongside proficiency in safely operating Powered Industrial Vehicles to support workplace operations.

Nice To Haves

Certifications in forklift, high lift, and articulated (boom) lift preferred or ability to obtain certifications required.

Responsibilities

Inspect, train and follow the American Dairy Association and the United States Department of Agriculture guidelines, the American Institute of Baking regulations, the Food and Drug Administration regulations and company policies.
Sanitize assigned equipment according to FDA and USDA regulations, quality specifications and company policies.
Safely dispense, titrate, store smocks, gloves, and cleaning chemicals per standards.
Perform ATP testing, log results, and inspect manufacturing lines, equipment, and outdoor areas for sanitation compliance.
Work safely around large processing equipment; use cleaning agents, power cleaning tools, and assist with transporting heavy objects using proper machinery.
Accurately complete all required digital and/or hardcopy documentation throughout the shift.
Participate in safety and facility training, consistently adhere to PPE and GMP guidelines, and work effectively in wet environments with temperature variations.
Inspect, clean, and sanitize plant equipment and designated outdoor areas following strict food safety and GMP guidelines using power tools and cleaning chemicals.
Safely dispense and store cleaning chemicals, smocks, and gloves as required, while adhering to PPE standards and established facility guidelines.
Perform ATP testing, maintain accurate testing logs, and complete all required digital and hardcopy documentation for compliance.
Operate around large processing equipment, transport heavy objects (using appropriate machinery), and consistently work in wet environments with varying temperatures.
Provide backup to sanitation and production teams, and ensure ongoing compliance with facility standards.