Sanitation Technician

Ventura Foods

. Clean and sanitize processing equipment and production and receiving areas .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sanitation practices within food manufacturing, including compliance with GMP, HACCP, and FSMA standards. Proficient in operating sanitation equipment and performing mechanical tasks to ensure a clean and safe production environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sanitation ExperienceForklift OperationGMP ComplianceHACCP KnowledgeMechanical Aptitude

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Hard Skills

Sanitation ProceduresEquipment CleaningFilter MaintenanceProduction EfficiencyMechanical AssemblyChemical HandlingSafety ProceduresQuality PoliciesForklift OperationHand Lift Operation

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationAttention to DetailProblem-Solving SkillsTraining and Mentoring

Tools & Technologies

Sanitation ChemicalsPersonal Protective Equipment

Industry Keywords

Food ManufacturingFSMASQF CodePreventive ControlsProduction Lines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Clean and sanitize processing equipment and production and receiving areas
Remove lint, dust, oil, and grease from production equipment, disassembling and reassembling parts as needed
Clean overhead pipes, conveyors, processing tanks, and vats
Clean or change filters as required
Assist with daily production efficiency and sanitation duties
Maintain sanitation-related equipment
Clean floors using sanitation chemicals and transport trash and waste to disposal areas
Participate in training new hires and transfers
Complete required paperwork accurately and timely
Comply with GMP, safety procedures, company and quality policies, HACCP, SQF code, FSMA, and Preventive Controls
Operate forklifts or hand lifts to transport materials
Communicate problems or concerns to appropriate personnel
Perform other duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent experience
1 year of experience
Prior sanitation experience in a food manufacturing facility preferred
Good reading and math skills
Mechanical aptitude
Good hand and eye coordination
Good written and verbal communication skills
Complete training and have working knowledge of sanitation responsibilities for all production lines
Ability to operate a forklift or hand lift as needed
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment
Ability to work typical 8–12 hour shifts, with possible additional unscheduled time after hours and on weekends
Ability to work in conditions involving heat, cold, humidity, vibrations, chemicals, fumes, food allergens, confined spaces, dark spaces, and heights exceeding 18 feet

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement savings options
Employee Appreciation Events
Employee Assistance Programs
On-the-job training
Career growth opportunities
Competitive compensation and benefits
Safe work environment