Sanitation Specialist

Now hiring for a Sanitation Specialist

Location: Alexandria, MN

Pay Rate: $29.75 per hour

Schedule: 1st Shift | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Monday – Friday

Put in the Work, Reap the Rewards: Sanitation Specialists Wanted.

Looking for Sanitation Specialist jobs in Alexandria where your skills can make a real impact? This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a growing team, develop your experience, and build a rewarding career in a professional work environment.

The Sanitation Specialist is responsible for facilitating routine cleaning, training, and master sanitation tasks plantwide. The Sanitation Specialist will work with all operators, production leads, and production supervisors for successful completion of sanitation tasks, documentation review and standard root cause analysis.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Job Duties

• Train operators on how to properly clean processing equipment as well as inspect and audit cleanliness of department.
• Able to lead shift huddles for production team and help organize cleaning tasks that need to be completed during CIP and oversee that all tasks get completed in a timely manner.
• Responsible for auditing the cleaning tools and chemicals and able to train others in proper PPE and chemical usage.
• Facilitate MSS plant wide for operations/production.
• Have full knowledge of CIP and able to assist and train CIP processes.
• Able to assist and train operators on Operator Care sanitation tasks.
• Assist in CIP prep for departments.
• Troubleshoot Pre-CIP and Post-CIP inspection shortfalls with QA, supervisor and/or lead.
• Performing titration on chemicals being used and auditing chemical tags on buckets/bottles.
• Keeping cleaning supplies (Soil-Off, Eco wipes, San Duo Sanitizer, paper towels, scrub pads, and gloves) labeled and stocked in appropriate areas.
• Audit cleaning tools and brushes and replace or clean when needed.
• Ability to train proper chemical and PPE usage.
• Able to assist and train equipment cleaning.
• Perform equipment inspections and audits for cleanliness and CIL completion.
• Coaching operators on 5S to keep workstations/areas clean and clutter free.
• Ensure that all logs (CIP, MSS, peroxide) are filled out completely and correctly.
• Monitor the Chat in Redzone.
• Able to create OPL’s and SOPs to aid in all cleaning functions.
• Responsible for ensuring that the sanitation room is clean.
• Responsible for weekly housekeeping plantwide.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED required

Experience Requirements

• Previous sanitation experience in a food production enviornment required.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Ability to use critical thinking to plan and solve problems.

Physical Capabilities

• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Standing/walking up to hours per shift, often on wet or slippery surfaces.
• Bending, stooping, kneeling frequently.
• Will be around allergens.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Opportunities for Growth through a variety of assignments with leading employers.

Misael Found Steady Work - and You Can Too

“I like working at Staffmark because there are many assignments available and reasonable pay.” – Misael, Staffmark Associate

What You Will Do

As a Sanitation Specialist you will perform responsibilities that support the daily operations of your assigned employer while following established procedures, quality standards, and workplace safety requirements. Duties may include operating equipment, working with customers, handling materials, preparing documentation, supporting administrative activities, using technology, collaborating with team members, or completing other responsibilities appropriate to the position. Successful Sanitation Specialist professionals demonstrate adaptability, professionalism, attention to detail, and a commitment to producing quality work while contributing to organizational success.

• Train operators on how to properly clean processing equipment as well as inspect and audit cleanliness of department.
• Able to lead shift huddles for production team and help organize cleaning tasks that need to be completed during CIP and oversee that all tasks get completed in a timely manner.
• Responsible for auditing the cleaning tools and chemicals and able to train others in proper PPE and chemical usage.
• Facilitate MSS plant wide for operations/production.
• Have full knowledge of CIP and able to assist and train CIP processes.
• Able to assist and train operators on Operator Care sanitation tasks.
• Assist in CIP prep for departments.
• Troubleshoot Pre-CIP and Post-CIP inspection shortfalls with QA, supervisor and/or lead.
• Performing titration on chemicals being used and auditing chemical tags on buckets/bottles.
• Keeping cleaning supplies (Soil-Off, Eco wipes, San Duo Sanitizer, paper towels, scrub pads, and gloves) labeled and stocked in appropriate areas.
• Audit cleaning tools and brushes and replace or clean when needed.
• Ability to train proper chemical and PPE usage.
• Able to assist and train equipment cleaning.
• Perform equipment inspections and audits for cleanliness and CIL completion.
• Coaching operators on 5S to keep workstations/areas clean and clutter free.
• Ensure that all logs (CIP, MSS, peroxide) are filled out completely and correctly.
• Monitor the Chat in Redzone.
• Able to create OPL’s and SOPs to aid in all cleaning functions.
• Responsible for ensuring that the sanitation room is clean.
• Responsible for weekly housekeeping plantwide.
• All other duties as assigned.

A Sanitation Specialist supports organizational success by performing valuable work that contributes to productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction. This position combines professionalism, adaptability, and a strong work ethic to support a wide variety of industries and occupations.

The Sanitation Specialist requires the ability to learn new responsibilities, work collaboratively with others, and consistently perform assigned duties while maintaining safety, quality, and organizational standards. Successful candidates build valuable experience while helping organizations achieve their goals.

This profession provides an excellent opportunity for individuals who are ready to contribute, grow their skills, and advance their careers.