CIP Technician

Lyons Magnus leads the food industry with creativity and innovation, crafting top-quality products across all manufacturing phases, from raw materials to marketing. With over 2000 diverse items for industrial ingredient and food service sectors, Lyons caters to leading restaurant chains nationally and internationally.

At Lyons, our diverse and talented staff is the heart of our organization. We foster a thriving work environment where employees are engaged in shaping both the company's and their own future.

A member of the Food Safety and Sanitation department, a food service division at Lyons Magnus, an international food and beverage manufacturer headquartered in Fresno, California. The CIP Technician is responsible for all Clean-in-Place (CIP) and sanitation functions during the shift. This position requires good communication and collaboration with Operations, Maintenance, Quality and Sanitation teams. This position reports to the Sanitation Manager.

Hours: 8:00 am - 6:30 pm

Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday-Friday (Days off: Tuesday & Saturday)

(Must be willing to work OT and Weekends)

Location: Walton, KY

Travel Requirements: None

Work Environment: Production

Core Responsibilities:

• Performs equipment cleaning per-CIP Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures.
• Operates CIP Circular systems on Aseptic, Pasteurized, and Hot Fill production lines.
• Performs spot cleaning of Production areas during CIP.
• Performs cleanliness audits of the Production area.
• Disassembles and reassembles filters, screens, pipework and other processing equipment.
• Safe handling and use of chemicals including acids, chlorines, caustics and quats.
• Testing and recording of chemical concentrations via titration.
• Visual inspection of equipment.
• Performs absence of allergen analysis. (Allergen Swabs)
• Performs clean equipment swabbing. (ATP)
• Comply with appropriate safety procedures. Maintains and uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• May perform other duties as required.
• Overtime and weekends may be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Self-Motivated.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and industry standard cleaning procedures.
• Knowledge of HACCP and allergens.
• Establish positive working relationships with Lyons’ management and senior support personnel.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a self-starter, highly motivated and results oriented.
• Ability to effectively manage time and prioritize high-demands tasks.
• Strong leadership or supervisory skills with experience supporting and motivating a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school or equivalent.
• 2+ years’ experience preferred within related fields