1st Shift Sanitation Technician *Starting Pay $25.40/hr.* Tuesday-Saturday

Job Description

Description – Sanitation 1 (Entry Level)

Location: Mason, OH
Shift: 1st 6am-2pm Tuesday-Saturday
Function: Sanitation
Job Classification: Hourly – Entry Level

About the Role

The Sanitation 1 position ensures that all production areas, equipment, and tools are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition in compliance with Kraft Heinz food safety standards, regulatory guidelines, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). This role is essential for supporting a safe and high-quality manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform thorough cleaning and sanitizing of production equipment, floors, drains, walls, and designated areas according to established procedures and schedules.
• Dismantle and reassemble basic equipment for proper cleaning and sanitation. (Assumption: Entry-level tier focuses on basic tear-down tasks.)
• Handle and apply cleaning chemicals safely in accordance with SDS (Safety Data Sheet) guidelines. (Assumption: Chemical use required, with provided training.)
• Operate sanitation support equipment such as hoses, foaming units, and scrubbers.
• Adhere strictly to Kraft Heinz safety policies, GMP, and food safety requirements at all times.
• Complete sanitation logs, checklists, and documentation accurately for compliance and audit readiness.
• Identify and report any potential safety or quality concerns

Physical Requirements (Assumptions based on standard plant sanitation roles)

• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in wet or humid environments.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Comfortable working at moderate heights and bending, crouching, or reaching as needed.
• Tolerant of exposure to cleaning chemicals with proper PPE provided.
• Forklift Certified or ability to be certified

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to sanitation excellence.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment disassembly/reassembly.
• Dependable, safety-conscious, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.

Training & Certification (Assumptions for entry-level roles)

• No prior certifications required; all food safety, chemical handling, and Lockout/Tagout training will be provided by Kraft Heinz.

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training

• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

HPC - Mason Factory

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [email protected].