Sanitation Worker (3rd Shift)

Suja Life•Oceanside, CA

About The Position

As a Sanitation Crew Member at Suja Life, you will help keep the food and beverage production facility clean, safe, and running smoothly. You will support quality, safety, and cleanliness standards through routine cleaning and deep sanitation practices that align with FDA regulations and customer expectations. The role works around large processing equipment, where chemicals complete the sanitation process, and involves repetitive tasks that must be performed safely and efficiently. The listed schedule is 9:00 PM–5:30 AM, Wednesday–Sunday or Saturday–Wednesday. Schedules are limited and not guaranteed; available schedules are offered based on business needs and staffing availability. Flexibility for mandatory overtime is required. The work is primarily in a wet, refrigerated production environment below 40°F, with occasional work in a dry warehouse up to 85°F or freezer environments as low as -10°F. Workspaces may be tight or confined, and noise may exceed 85 dBA. Required PPE includes safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, a smock, beard nets, hair nets, and steel-toed shoes. The role requires passing a fit-for-duty physical exam.

Requirements

Ability to communicate, read, listen, and understand English.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the entire shift.
Ability to frequently lift and carry hoses, equipment, and chemical containers weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push or pull up to 100 pounds with consistent motion.
Ability to regularly bend, kneel, squat, stoop, twist, and reach overhead with both arms.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs and occasionally work at heights.
Frequent use of hands and fingers for gripping, handling, and precisely controlling tools or objects.
Ability to follow safety protocols and use required PPE.
Ability to pass a fit-for-duty physical exam.
Flexibility for mandatory overtime.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual language skills.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize the plant quickly and efficiently.
Work around large processing equipment where chemicals complete the sanitation process.
Work as a team with other crew members.
Assist in transporting heavy equipment using forklifts, pallet jacks, carts, or other devices.
Maintain and store records as needed.
Hand-sweep or shovel debris and rubbish.
Gather and empty trash containers as requested.
Perform heavy manual labor, including scrubbing, brushing, water rinsing, and using foamers.
Follow SOP, SSOP, GMP, and HACCP guidelines while in the plant.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.