Sanitation Operator (Claryville Facility)

Tyson Foods•Alexandria, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world's expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer growth opportunities and room for advancement. This facility produces hot dogs, cocktails, and sliced meats. JOB DESCRIPTION: The Sanitation Team Member is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all areas of the production environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring food safety, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness. All assigned duties must be completed before the end of the shift while maintaining a safe work environment and following all Tyson policies and procedures.

Requirements

Must have at least 6 months of employment with one employer within the last 12 months.
Ability to work safely with chemicals, sanitation equipment, and high‑pressure hoses.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety.
Ability to follow strict sanitation and regulatory protocols.
Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds frequently.
Must be able to work in environments that may be warm, cold, wet, humid, or dusty.
Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize all areas of the production floor in accordance with USDA, HACCP, and QA pre‑operational protocols.
Use high‑pressure hoses, chemical cleaning solutions, and sanitation tools to properly clean equipment and production lines.
Assemble and disassemble equipment and lines as required for thorough cleaning.
Clean machines, floors, ceilings, lighting fixtures, fans, and remove trash as needed.
Obtain required training such as LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), fall protection, and PIT (if applicable).
Follow all safety guidelines and maintain compliance with regulatory and company standards.
Complete additional duties as assigned by management.
Must be able to read and understand manuals, blueprints, plant paperwork, labels, etc.