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Sanitation Worker III /1st Shift

JOHN B SANFILIPPO & SON, INC
Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2027

Summary: The Sanitation Worker III is a key member of the sanitation team responsible for cleaning the general plant area and equipment, removing refuse, and leading large-scale cleaning projects as needed.


Functions Of the Position:

  • Clean plant areas and equipment using tools such as brooms, brushes, spray bottles, mops, squeegees, water guns, air guns, and vacuums.

  • Operate machinery including floor scrubbers, high-pressure washers, wash cabinets, cop tanks, walkers, walker stackers, electric pallet jacks, scissor lifts, and both stand-up and sit-down forklifts.

  • Use industrial-strength cleaners, degreasers, and sanitizers to clean factory equipment, including assembly and disassembly of equipment in assigned areas.

  • Promote and maintain a safe work environment by being aware of surroundings, watching out for coworkers, and training team members on occupational hazards.

  • Complete log records of tasks performed.

  • Lead major cleaning projects such as allergen/kosher cleaning of dry roasters, caustic boil-outs of heat wave and oil roasters, front-end allergen cleans, and Cold Jet deep dives. May coordinate and assist with on-shift cleaning by non-sanitation personnel.

  • Ensure work areas are clean and orderly before the end of each shift.

  • Perform titration procedures, report issues to supervisors, and carry out corrective actions.


Qualifications

Education & Experience:

  • 1–3 years of sanitation or equivalent work experience required.


Skills & Competencies:

  • Basic math proficiency.

  • Strong manual dexterity and visual acuity.

  • Safe and effective use of Cold Jet equipment.

  • Proficient in handling industrial-strength cleaning agents.


JBSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Additional Requirements

  • Must be available to work the following schedule: 6:00am-6:00pm (Thursday/Friday/Saturday and Sunday's)

  • May be responsible for training Sanitation Workers at Levels I, II, and III.

  • In the event of absence, the department manager must assign a qualified replacement.


Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

  • Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Company Paid Life, Accident and Disability Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Wellness Days, Paid Parental Leaves, Paid Volunteer Time Off
  • Family Planning Program and Adoption Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Annual Bonus Plans
  • 401(k) Plan
  • HSA (with Company Match), Health FSA, and Dependent Care FSA

For a full listing of our extensive benefits package, please refer to the Careers page on our website, located here: https://jbssinc.com/careers

Benefits:

Maternity & Paternity Leave, Health Insurance

Salary : $20 - $27

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