Sanitation Technician - String Make

Lactalis LAG•Nampa, ID

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose. At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed. As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together. In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani® Italian cheeses and ricotta, Président® specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft® natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s® cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond® cheddar, and Parmalat® milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s®, Stonyfield Organic®, Brown Cow™, Oui®, Yoplait®, Go-Gurt®, :ratio®, Green Mountain Creamery®, and Mountain High®, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun®, Gopi®, and Arz®. At Lactalis, we live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued. Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of chemical handling, dilution, or sanitation procedures (SDS, labels, PPE).
Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned sanitation areas
Strong attention to detail and commitment to completing work thoroughly (not cutting corners)
Ability to perform physically demanding, repetitive tasks for extended periods
Reliable attendance and ability to consistently show up on time
Ability to recognize and address cleanliness, safety, or quality issues
Clear communication with team members and supervisors
Ability to follow instructions, procedures, and safety guidelines
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Ability to safely handle hazardous cleaning chemicals and follow established safety procedures
Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and addressing unsafe condition

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or completion of GED preferred by not required.
1–2 years of experience in food manufacturing, sanitation, or industrial cleaning environments preferred
Experience working with cleaning chemicals, PPE, or sanitation equipment strongly preferred
Experience in physically demanding or repetitive work environments is a plus
Familiarity with CIP/COP or foaming/spray sanitation processes a plus.

Responsibilities

Disassemble production lines and equipment for thorough cleaning and sanitation
Perform cleaning and sanitizing using approved procedures, tools, and chemicals
Conduct verification activities (including swabbing) to confirm sanitation effectiveness
Reassemble equipment correctly and prepare lines for on-time production startup
Inspect equipment and work areas to ensure they meet food safety standards
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Safely handle and apply caustic and acidic cleaning chemicals in accordance with procedures
Communicate issues that impact safety, quality, or production to supervisors
Work with team members to support efficient sanitation and production flow
Take action when unsafe conditions or behaviors are observed
Attend required meetings and training sessions
Perform other duties as assigned