Sanitation Technician - Desserts in Denver, Colorado
Location
Denver, Colorado
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$20 – $21/hr
Company
The Employment Firm
Job Description
Sanitation Technician (Production Equipment)
Responsible for deep cleaning and sanitizing production and processing equipment to support overall plant sanitation. Prior industrial sanitation or machine operation experience preferred.
Key Responsibilities
• Complete sanitation tasks per Master Cleaning Schedule
• Deep clean and sanitize production equipment (dry/wet mix systems)
• Clean and sanitize production lines when idle
• Disassemble/reassemble equipment for cleaning (after training)
• Clean floors, racks, conveyors, pipes, and overhead fixtures
• Perform tower, cooler, freezer, and silo room cleaning (after training)
• Conduct ATP testing to verify sanitation effectiveness
• Support pest control and general plant sanitation
• Maintain sanitation tools, chemicals, and inventory
• Follow all safety, GMP, and plant procedures
• Report equipment issues or safety concerns promptly
• Perform lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures (after training)
Requirements
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English
• Team-oriented; able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Industrial sanitation, manufacturing, or machine operation experience preferred
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, or food safety standards preferred
• Ability to work at heights and perform physically demanding tasks
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain
• LOTO knowledge preferred
Shifts & Pay
Day Shift
• Sunday–Wednesday, 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• $20.00/hour
Night Shift
• Thursday–Sunday or Sunday–Wednesday, 6:00 PM – 4:30 AM
• $21.00/hour ($20.00 + $1.00 differential)
• Training: First 3 weeks on day shift
Pay: $20.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Health insurance
Work Location: In person