Sanitation Technician - Food Production

Connect Staffing is hiring Sanitation Workers for a food production facility in Pittsburgh, PA (15238). This temp-to-hire opportunity offers $19.35–$22.08/hr with a rotating 12-hour day schedule (7:00am–7:30pm) that provides 3–4 consecutive days off each week, plus regular overtime every other week. In this role, you’ll clean and sanitize production equipment and facility areas using industrial tools like pressure washers and foam applicators, while following food safety standards, GMPs, and sanitation procedures. This is a great opportunity for candidates with manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial cleaning experience looking for steady hours and long-term growth.

Pay: $19.35–$21.08/hr

Schedule: Rotating: 7:00am–7:30pm, 3 or 4 days per week on an alternating basis with 3–4 consecutive days off each week (e.g., a 36-hour week followed by a 48-hour week)

Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Job Type: Temp-to-Hire

Primary workplace language(s): English, Spanish, French, Swahili, Dari (employees able to translate one or languages to English receive an additional 1$/hr)

Work Environment: Food Production Facility

Overtime: Weekly OT required (~8 hrs/wk) every other week

Responsibilities

• Execute the all required steps of sanitation on equipment and facility infrastructure per the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Operate pressure washers, foam applicators, chemical dosing systems, floor scrubbers, and squeegees to clean production areas.

• Mix and dilute chemical cleaning agents to correct concentrations using titration kits or test strips

• Inspect parts and equipment for cleanliness, damage, and compliance with regulatory and industry standards.

• Identify and report food safety hazards, damaged gaskets, or pest activity observed during cleaning

• Perform detailed cleaning of idle equipment, ceilings, walls, and exterior building surfaces.

• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for each task and follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.

• Monitor supply usage and report any issues or shortages to the Sanitation Lead.

Minimum Requirements

• 6+ months recent experience in a manufacturing, food production, warehouse, or industrial cleaning environment.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English to follow written and verbal safety and sanitation instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior food plant or commercial sanitation experience, including breakdown and reassembly of production equipment.

• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) or Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) in a food or beverage facility.

• Experience using industrial cleaning equipment such as pressure washers, foam applicators, or floor scrubbers.

• Knowledge of Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures and chemical handling safety.

• Ability to work from elevated platforms or lifts to clean at height.

• Experience following a Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) or Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs).

• You may be a great fit if you've held any of these titles: Sanitation Worker, Sanitation Associate, Food Plant Sanitor, Production Cleaner, Industrial Cleaner, Housekeeping Associate, Janitorial Technician, Food Safety Technician, Facilities Sanitation Worker, Plant Sanitation Crew Member.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and up to 25 lbs. frequently.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and bend and twist frequently throughout the shift.

• Ability to work at a fast pace in a wet, chemical, and temperature-variable production environment.

• Non-slip shoes required (employee-provided).

• E-Verify / work authorization required.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.

• Direct deposit / Paycard.

• Health and dental benefits available.

• Earn referral bonuses.

• Additional benefits available upon permanent hire, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, PTO / paid vacation, 401(k) with match, and paid holidays.

After you apply, please check your email for a short screening questionnaire from us. Candidates who complete it promptly will be reviewed faster.

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