Sanitation Technician – Food Manufacturing

The Fremont Company•Willoughby, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Paisley Farm, part of The Fremont Company, is hiring a Sanitation Technician for its food manufacturing facility in Willoughby, Ohio. The role is essential to keeping the production facility clean, safe, and ready to produce food products. The technician cleans and sanitizes equipment, machinery, and work areas; follows food safety and company safety procedures; and helps prepare production areas for the next day’s operations. The position involves working with cleaning chemicals and sanitation equipment in a physically demanding environment, both independently and with other sanitation team members.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Willingness to learn sanitation procedures, chemical safety, and equipment lockout/tagout.
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment involving water, cleaning chemicals, and wet surfaces.
Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and move throughout the shift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to obtain forklift and LOTO certifications as required.
Dependability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

Previous sanitation or food manufacturing experience is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize food production equipment, machinery, and work areas.
Use cleaning chemicals, pressure hoses, foamers, and sanitation equipment safely and effectively.
Follow cleaning procedures to maintain food safety and prevent cross-contamination.
Perform equipment lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures before cleaning machinery.
Inspect equipment and work areas to ensure cleanliness standards are met.
Help prepare production equipment and work areas for the next day's operations.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety procedures, and company safety guidelines.
Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow chemical handling procedures.
Work independently and with other sanitation team members to complete daily cleaning assignments.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.