What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sanitation Associate position at Uncle Ray's LLC?
What Is Uncle Ray’s?
Uncle Ray’s is a potato chip and snack manufacturing company that has been proudly serving everyday people since 1965. Founded on the belief that good potato chips are made by ordinary folks, Uncle Ray’s continues to honor that tradition today.
We currently operate two manufacturing facilities: our flagship plant in Detroit, MI, and our newest location in Montgomery City, MO.
At Uncle Ray’s, relationships matter. We value teamwork, dedication, and treating people like family—which is why many of our team members have been with us for decades. We proudly carry forward the values of our founder, Ray Jenkins: giving back, creating opportunities, and changing the world one chip at a time.
Why Join Uncle Ray’s?
Uncle Ray’s Potato Chips wants YOU to join the family! When you become part of our team, you’ll enjoy great snacks, steady work, and a supportive, family-style culture.
We welcome candidates who are:
- New to the workforce
- Returning to the workforce
- Looking to grow in a dependable, team-oriented environment
A Day in the Life of a Sanitation Team Member
Every day may look a little different, but a typical shift includes:
- Arriving at your assigned work area and putting on required PPE
- Reviewing sanitation assignments and ensuring cleaning tools and supplies are ready
- Removing soils and debris from equipment at the end of production runs
- Performing deep cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facility areas
- Safely applying cleaning and sanitizing chemicals according to guidelines
- Scrubbing, rinsing, and sanitizing floors, equipment, and surfaces to food safety standards
- Completing inspections, swab tests, or chemical tests to verify cleanliness
- Cleaning common areas such as restrooms, locker rooms, and breakrooms
- Documenting sanitation activities and reporting any equipment or safety concerns
- Assisting with end-of-shift cleanup to prepare the facility for the next production day
Key Responsibilities
- Clean and sanitize production equipment and facility areas to prevent contamination
- Safely handle sanitation chemicals and follow PPE requirements
- Perform sanitation verification, including inspections, swab testing, and documentation
- Maintain cleanliness of employee areas and facility grounds
- Properly care for and maintain sanitation tools and equipment
- Follow all company food safety and sanitation programs
What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma or GED (preferred)
- Reliable, dependable, and team-oriented attitude
- Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and lift for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow food safety procedures
- Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Perks of Joining Uncle Ray’s
- 5-day / 8-hour work week (overtime and weekends as needed)
- Paid breaks
- Tiered wage increases at 90 days
- Employee discounts on snacks
- Onsite micro-market (snacks, meals, beverages, and treats)
- Cafeteria-style benefits package
- Opportunities for internal promotion
- Temperature-controlled manufacturing environment
Working Conditions
- Work is performed in a food production facility with exposure to machine noise, food residues, and allergens
- Long pants, closed-toe shoes, and company-provided PPE are required, including hairnets, beard nets, and face masks
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15