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Job Title: Sanitation Technician
Department: Processing Operations
Location:
Reports To: Processing Manager
Job Type: Full-time
Travel: None
Compensation:
Job Summary
As a Sanitation Technician, you will play a critical role in maintaining the cleanliness, biosecurity, and operational efficiency of our processing facilities. Your efforts directly support our mission to produce safe, high-quality eggs and ensure compliance with food safety standards. This role is essential to maintaining daily operations, preparing the facility for continuous production, and performing basic preventive maintenance tasks.
Essential Job Functions
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Work Environment
The work environment primarily consists of indoor activities within a food processing plant. Employees can expect exposure to wet and humid conditions, as well as various cleaning chemicals used in sanitation processes. The job involves regular physical activities such as standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the workday. To ensure safety, the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required, including gloves, eye protection, and waterproof gear. Additionally, the role occasionally involves working with basic maintenance tools and equipment as part of preventive maintenance tasks and minor repairs.
About Us
Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. More than just a workplace, Versova is a team built on shared values, working together to enrich our communities and uphold the highest ethical standards.
As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong set of Core Values: Recognition, Initiative, Safety & Security, Service, Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger - working together to lead the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.
Benefits
Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Disclosure
This job description is not exhaustive, as employees may perform additional related duties as needed. Employment is based on an 'at-will' basis. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, as applicable to the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
Department: Processing Operations
Location:
Reports To: Processing Manager
Job Type: Full-time
Travel: None
Compensation:
Job Summary
As a Sanitation Technician, you will play a critical role in maintaining the cleanliness, biosecurity, and operational efficiency of our processing facilities. Your efforts directly support our mission to produce safe, high-quality eggs and ensure compliance with food safety standards. This role is essential to maintaining daily operations, preparing the facility for continuous production, and performing basic preventive maintenance tasks.
Essential Job Functions
- Assist in the packaging and stacking of eggs during production hours
- Clean processing machines and surrounding areas during downtime using approved safety procedures (e.g., Lockout/Tagout)
- Sanitize processing areas using high-pressure water hoses and approved cleaning chemicals
- Transport waste to disposal areas and maintain cleanliness of work zones
- Follow biosecurity and sanitation protocols strictly
- Perform daily and deep-cleaning tasks as assigned
- Conduct basic preventive maintenance checks and tasks on equipment
- Identify and report potential maintenance issues to supervisors
- Comply with all company policies, including food safety, safety, and animal welfare standards
- Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Familiarity with sanitation procedures and cleaning chemicals
- Basic mechanical aptitude to clean, reset, and perform minor maintenance on equipment
- Understanding of basic preventive maintenance principles and practices
- Ability to work independently and follow detailed procedures
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness, safety, and equipment care
- Physical stamina to lift, carry, and stand for long periods
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
- Basic troubleshooting skills for common equipment issues
Required Qualifications
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Availability to work weekends and holidays as needed
- Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
- Basic understanding of preventive maintenance concepts
Preferred Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Previous experience in sanitation or food production environments
- Knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) safety procedures
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
Work Environment
The work environment primarily consists of indoor activities within a food processing plant. Employees can expect exposure to wet and humid conditions, as well as various cleaning chemicals used in sanitation processes. The job involves regular physical activities such as standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the workday. To ensure safety, the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required, including gloves, eye protection, and waterproof gear. Additionally, the role occasionally involves working with basic maintenance tools and equipment as part of preventive maintenance tasks and minor repairs.
About Us
Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. More than just a workplace, Versova is a team built on shared values, working together to enrich our communities and uphold the highest ethical standards.
As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong set of Core Values: Recognition, Initiative, Safety & Security, Service, Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger - working together to lead the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.
Benefits
- Regular performance reviews
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- HSA with company match
- Paid time off & holidays
- 401(k) with match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Disclosure
This job description is not exhaustive, as employees may perform additional related duties as needed. Employment is based on an 'at-will' basis. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, as applicable to the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.