Sanitation Worker

Contract Type:

Location:

Chicago - IL

Industry:

Date Published:

24-Jun-2026

The JobSquad Solutions Team is currently looking for a Sanitation Worker to work at a company located in the Chicago, IL area!

Job Title: Sanitation Worker
 
Job Location: Chicago, IL
 
Pay and Hours for Job + Benefits: 
$20.80-$21.80/ hr/ 3:00 AM- 3:00 PM OR 3:00 PM- 3:00 AM
 
Job Description:                                                          
 
Essential Functions:
Perform cleaning and sanitation duties throughout the facility, including production areas, restrooms, break rooms, equipment, and common areas.
Clean processing and non-processing equipment, including ovens, proofers, coolers, conveyors, and related machinery.
Assist with facility maintenance tasks, including spot painting and general upkeep.
Communicate with production and sanitation teams regarding cleaning needs, equipment concerns, and sanitation schedules.
Remove waste, trash, and debris from designated areas.
Support exterior grounds maintenance, including snow removal, landscaping, and general property upkeep.
Assist with equipment teardown and preparation for cleaning, maintenance, or repair activities.
Report and address sanitation, pest control, and housekeeping concerns in accordance with company procedures.
Follow all food safety, quality, safety, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
 
Requirements:
 
Education and Experience:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Previous manufacturing, sanitation, janitorial, maintenance, or food production experience preferred.
Previous safety training and knowledge of workplace safety practices preferred.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a food manufacturing environment operating 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
Must be available to work weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
Regular exposure to varying temperatures, including hot, cold, wet, and humid environments.
Exposure to noise, moving machinery, cleaning chemicals, and production equipment.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as required.
 
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work safely at various heights and in confined spaces when required.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time.
 
Other Essential Functions:
Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions, schedules, safety procedures, and sanitation requirements.
Ability to visually inspect equipment, facilities, and products to identify cleanliness, quality, or safety concerns.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and production personnel.
Ability to maintain attendance and work schedules in accordance with business needs.
Machines, Tools, and Equipment Used
Hand tools and cleaning equipment, including putty knives, buckets, rags, paper knives, brooms, mops, dollies, hoses, and related sanitation tools.
Required PPE may include hair nets, hearing protection, safety glasses, bump caps, gloves, and other protective equipment.
Regular use of the company's timekeeping system and occasional use of calculators, computers, handheld devices, and production or sanitation documentation.
 

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