Sanitation Project Associate – Short-Term Assignment
Job Type
- Temporary / Contract
- Duration: Approximately 4–6 weeks
Start Date
Shifts Available
Day Shift
- Monday–Friday
- 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- 8-hour shifts
- Positions Available: 3–5
- Pay: $19.67
Night Shift
- Monday–Friday
- 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM
- 8-hour shifts
- Positions Available: 2–3
- Night shift eligibility begins after completing initial training on day shift
- Pay: $19.67 (plus $1.50 shift differential)
Position Summary
We are seeking dependable sanitation project staff to support deep cleaning and facility preparation for an upcoming SQF food safety audit. This is a hands-on role focused on deep sanitation, housekeeping, and GMP compliance in a manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Sanitation & Deep Cleaning
- Perform deep cleaning of facility areas to support SQF audit readiness, including:
- Floors, drains, walls, overheads, and non-product contact surfaces
- Remove buildup such as residue, dust, grease, and debris from:
- Equipment exteriors
- Structural and hard-to-reach areas
- Clean overhead structures (pipes, rafters, vents, conveyors) to reduce contamination risks
- Scrub and detail-clean drains to remove sludge and prevent buildup
- Clean behind and underneath equipment, pallets, and totes to address hidden sanitation concerns
Housekeeping & GMP Compliance
- Remove trash, unused materials, and unnecessary items to support proper housekeeping
- Wipe down and sanitize non-food contact surfaces using approved cleaning chemicals
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), including:
- Proper gowning
- Hygiene standards
- Contamination prevention procedures
Safety & Compliance
- Safely use and handle sanitation chemicals according to training and instructions
- Wear required PPE at all times (e.g., gloves, hairnets, safety glasses)
- Identify and report sanitation concerns, leaks, or conditions impacting food safety or audit compliance
- Complete assigned tasks within required timelines
- Maintain a safe work environment while working in wet conditions and around chemicals
Requirements
- Ability to perform physical work, including bending, lifting, standing, and working in wet environments
- Willingness to follow strict sanitation, safety, and GMP requirements
- Reliability and attention to detail
- Prior sanitation, janitorial, or food manufacturing experience preferred but not required
Training Requirement
- Mandatory safety training must be completed prior to starting work
- Training duration: Approximately 3 hours (paid training) in our Cherry Hill Office
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