Job Description:

The Sanitation Technician is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and sanitation of the production areas and lines. This role involves maintaining control over the microbial environment, performing preventive maintenance on sanitation equipment, and supporting the site's quality and food safety standards.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

2–3 years of experience in sanitation or cleaningHigh School Diploma or equivalentExperience with safety, environmental, or quality training, and food safety

Physical Requirements:

Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs.) and frequent pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs.)Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stoopingAbility to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, and lean over equipmentAbility to stand and/or work on feet for extended periodsAbility to work a flexible schedule as needed to support production needsAbility to read, write, and understand EnglishAble to handle hot and cold temperature environments

Key Responsibilities:

Perform cleaning as per the Master Cleaning and Shutdown/Start-up Cleaning SchedulesMaintain control over the microbial environment in the plant through detailed cleaning of equipment and surfaces, sanitation of high-risk areas, and management of the environmental sampling programPerform preventive maintenance on all sanitation equipmentProvide early detection of equipment degradation or malfunction throughout the plantMaintain grounds and perimeter of the plant along with roof and roof-mounted equipmentCommunicate any quality and food safety concerns to the siteCommunicate equipment and facilities defects to maintenance departments

Other Responsibilities:

Follow all Quality and Food Safety Policies and applicable proceduresCoordinate supplies, equipment, and contractor support for plant sanitation and pest controlAssist with clean-up operations as neededHelp create new or improve existing processes for cleaning and sanitationAssist in training Technicians on proper cleaning and sanitation proceduresPerform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Total Rewards:

Annual bonus payoutYearly pay increasesMedical, Vision & DentalUp to 6% 401K matchVacation timeTuition reimbursementShort/Long Term disability18 weeks Parental Leave

What can you expect from Mars?

The opportunity to learn and develop, taking charge of your own career across MarsAn industry-competitive salary and great benefits packageChance to work cross-functionally and add value and impact to the businessIf you are passionate, a great problem solver, resilient, and have a high drive for results, then we want to hear from you!