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Nestle

Sanitation Technician

Nestle

. Clean and sanitize production equipment, machinery, and designated areas using approved methods .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeSchaumburg • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sanitation processes, including Clean-In-Place (CIP) systems, and adheres to safety protocols and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Proficient in equipment inspection, documentation, and safe chemical handling while maintaining a commitment to food safety and quality standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Sanitation ProcessesClean-In-Place (CIP) SystemsForklift CertificationSafety ProceduresGood Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

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Hard Skills
Sanitation Equipment OperationBasic Mechanical AptitudeBasic Math SkillsInspection and DocumentationChemical Handling Safety
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailProblem-SolvingTeam Collaboration
Tools & Technologies
Sanitation ToolsProduction EquipmentCleaning Chemicals
Certifications & Qualifications
Forklift Certification
Industry Keywords
Food SafetyQuality ExpectationsHazard CommunicationSOPsWorkplace Organization Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Clean and sanitize production equipment, machinery, and designated areas using approved methods
  • Operate sanitation and production equipment, including clean-in-place/CIP systems
  • Support allergen cleanups and sanitation activities in cold/freezer environments when assigned
  • Complete pre-operational checks and support shift changeovers
  • Inspect equipment and areas before and after cleaning
  • Document inspection results and complete required sanitation/CIP paperwork
  • Use cleaning chemicals safely, label containers correctly, and follow hazard communication and safe-handling rules
  • Maintain sanitation tools and equipment; report issues and request repairs
  • Follow safety rules, including lockout/tagout procedures, required PPE, and immediate reporting of hazards, spills, and incidents
  • Follow GMPs, SOPs, and company policies; perform other assigned duties
  • Contribute improvement ideas to reduce waste, labor, or supply costs and support workplace organization standards

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Forklift certification or ability to obtain forklift certification
  • Ability to read and understand English for safety procedures, work instructions, and documenting maintenance activities clearly
  • Ability to work off-shifts, weekends, overtime, and extended shifts as needed
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs, move throughout the shift, work in varying temperatures, loud areas, and confined spaces
  • Familiarity with sanitation processes, including CIP, and ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues
  • Basic mechanical aptitude, including using hand tools for safe disassembly/assembly and lubrication
  • Comfortable with basic math, including measurements, decimals, fractions, percentages, and ratios
  • Basic computer skills for documenting work, recording activity, and completing training
  • Safe chemical handling and strong commitment to PPE, food safety, and quality expectations
  • Preferred: 1 year of work experience, preferably in manufacturing or sanitation

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Additional +$0.75/hr for night shift
  • Performance-based incentives
  • 401k with company match
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Competitive total rewards package
  • Reasonable accommodations during recruitment for qualified individuals with disabilities