Sanitation Technician 2Nd Shift

Work Location: DeKalb

Position requires ability to work overtime. As a result, it may require working varying start times, end times, and weekends dependent on business needs.

Core Hours: 1pm-9:30pm

Want to make an impact?

The Sanitation Technician plays a vital role in keeping our candy production running clean, safe, and smooth. Using proper cleaning procedures for industrial equipment, the technician helps protect product quality while minimizing downtime and keeping our sweet operation moving.

Ways you will make a difference

• Manage plant sanitation procedures, programs and regulatory requirements, ensuring all plant equipment is clean and safe for production
• Strictly adhere to sanitation, GMP, and safety standards
• Perform cleaning and sanitation activities according to Master Sanitation Schedules for the facility interior and exterior and ensure superior sanitation of equipment and surrounding areas
• Mentor and motivate Janitors and Balers on shift, providing training and development to optimize performance and personal growth
• Participate in regular meetings with plant management to discuss quality and sanitation improvements
• Facilitate problem resolution related to sanitation and sanitation quality issues
• Follow up on work orders with the appropriate associates to ensure expeditious performance of the requested work
• Monitor the Chemical storage and dispense the appropriate concentration for cleaning activities
• Receive and track sanitary and chemical inventory
• Monitor sanitation team in the use of chemicals and proper safety procedures, checking inventory levels of chemicals and ordering supplies when necessary
• Understand and demonstrate the Company's core values and operating principles
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned support to Ferrara Candy Company business objectives

Skills that will make you successful

• Sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines; self-directed
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize; ability to work under pressure and meet established goals and objectives
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop, reach, push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office software

Experiences that will support your success

• Minimum of 2 years sanitation experience in the food manufacturing-industry preferred
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals
• Basic knowledge of HACCP, FSSC 22000 food safety and GMP principles
• Demonstrated knowledge of efficient and safe manufacturing operations to include product and associate safety, product quality (success rates), throughout delivery and cost control (minimizing downtime and waste, optimizing yield)

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $23.50 per hour plus .75 cent shift differential.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.