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Sanitation Technician

The J.M. Smucker Co.
Decatur, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2026
This position will support the Food Safety and Sanitation initiatives of the Decatur, AL manufacturing facility. This position will be responsible for maintaining sanitation levels in and around company facilities as set by the Food Safety Plan, Sanitation SOPs and company standards.

Must be willing to be on Day Shift, 12-hour 2-2-3 shift rotation.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Perform routine sanitation and janitorial duties in food production facility including equipment, building and grounds
  • Ensure that pest control systems are operating effectively
  • Provide input for addressing environmental food safety concerns of the facility
  • Respond to upset sanitation events in the facility
  • Other duties as assigned

Essential Skills And Knowledge

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • At least 1 year of operational experience within plant required (internal only)
  • Previous sanitation experience in food industry is preferred
  • Fundamental knowledge of manufacturing operations
  • Ability to multi-task and work in fast-paced environment
  • Ability to follow rules and procedures
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel)
  • Effective communication skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Quick Learner
  • Ability to interact cross-functionally
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Able to climb ladders and perform tasks on a ladder or at heights
  • Ability to operate powered equipment (Fork Trucks / Scissor Lifts)
  • Ability to operate forklift, floor scrubber and other janitorial equipment
  • Be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basis
  • Push / Pull up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis
  • Ability to work outside in all types of weather
  • Able to walk and stand on hard surfaces for long periods of time

Other Requirements

  • Mandatory overtime may be required, occasionally with short notice
  • Occasional seven-day weeks
  • Confined Space Entry and Fall Protection required
  • Must adhere to strict attendance policy
  • Physically demanding position
  • Practicing under Good Manufacturing Practices and Regulatory Food Safety Program
  • Must have desire to work in constantly changing, progressive environment

The following questions are asked of all internal candidates. Your answers will not exclude you from applying. All internal candidates are required to discuss their interest in a new position with their manager prior to applying.

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