GMP Sanitor

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Sanitation Worker Job Description The Sanitation Worker effectively cleans and maintains all assigned areas inside and outside a fast-paced manufacturing plant, including production equipment, machinery, and general grounds. This role follows strict food safety and sanitation standards, operates plant touch screens to run Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures, and adheres to HAACP principles and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). The Sanitation Worker uses a variety of cleaning tools and chemicals safely and correctly to support a clean, efficient, and compliant production environment. Responsibilities Clean and sanitize all assigned areas inside and outside the manufacturing plant, including production floors, equipment, machinery, and general grounds. Follow all food safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure a safe and compliant production environment. Operate plant touch screens and follow established Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures for equipment and systems. Adhere to HAACP principles and related sanitation protocols during all cleaning activities. Use cleaning tools such as squeegees, mops, brooms, hand and floor scrapers, and paint brushes in a safe and effective manner. Handle, mix, and apply cleaning products and sanitizers correctly, following all instructions and safety guidelines. Read and understand labels and safety information on cleaning chemicals and sanitizers before use. Support janitorial and custodial duties throughout the facility, including general cleaning, sanitizing, and waste removal. Maintain sanitation in both food production and non-food production areas as required by the facility. Communicate effectively with production and shipping/receiving teams to coordinate cleaning around operations and minimize downtime. Follow all safety rules, including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as steel-toe footwear. Report any sanitation, safety, or equipment issues promptly to the appropriate personnel. Contribute to a clean, organized, and efficient work area at all times. Essential Skills 2-3 years of sanitation experience in a manufacturing setting preferred. Experience with sanitation or janitorial duties in production, food production, food manufacturing, or similar industrial environments. Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in a production facility. Understanding and application of HAACP principles in sanitation tasks. Ability to follow Clean-in-Place (CIP) procedures using plant touch screens and related systems. Proficient in using sanitation tools such as squeegees, mops, brooms, hand and floor scrapers, and paint brushes. Ability to read and understand labels and instructions on cleaning chemicals and sanitizers. Experience with industrial cleaning, sanitizing, and custodial work in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work safely with chemicals and cleaning agents, following all safety and handling guidelines. Strong communication skills to work effectively with production and shipping/receiving teams. Additional Skills & Qualifications Sanitation experience from other environments outside manufacturing will be considered. Familiarity with food production or food manufacturing processes is an advantage. Comfort working in both edible and non-edible product environments. Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, production-based setting with frequent communication. Reliability and consistency in following established procedures and schedules. Why Work Here? The organization focuses on helping people succeed and grow into permanent roles, offering clear opportunities for advancement and promotion from within. Team members enjoy a family-oriented culture with company-sponsored events such as softball games, holiday parties with generous giveaways, and special appreciation days. Employees can look forward to raises after transitioning to permanent status and a supportive environment that values long-term careers and team spirit. Work Environment The role is based in a medium-sized manufacturing company that produces both edible and non-edible products in a fast-paced, production-driven environment. Work takes place in close coordination with production and shipping/receiving departments, requiring frequent communication and cooperation. The sanitation worker supports operations in a smaller shipping/receiving department and across the plant as needed. The environment includes typical manufacturing conditions, with exposure to production equipment, cleaning chemicals, and active processing areas. The position follows a first-shift schedule, with a start time between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and an end time no later than 5:30 p.m. Steel-toe footwear is required as part of the dress code, along with any other personal protective equipment specified by site safety procedures. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Abingdon, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Abingdon,MD.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 2026.

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We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.