Sanitation Operator (Claryville Facility)

Job Details:

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world's expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer growth opportunities and room for advancement. This facility produces hot dogs, cocktails, and sliced meats. 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Sanitation Team Member is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all areas of the production environment. This role plays a critical part in ensuring food safety, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness. All assigned duties must be completed before the end of the shift while maintaining a safe work environment and following all Tyson policies and procedures.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Clean and sanitize all areas of the production floor in accordance with USDA, HACCP, and QA pre‑operational protocols.
• Use high‑pressure hoses, chemical cleaning solutions, and sanitation tools to properly clean equipment and production lines.
• Assemble and disassemble equipment and lines as required for thorough cleaning.
• Clean machines, floors, ceilings, lighting fixtures, fans, and remove trash as needed.
• Obtain required training such as LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), fall protection, and PIT (if applicable).
• Follow all safety guidelines and maintain compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by management.
• Must be able to read and understand manuals, blueprints, plant paperwork, labels, etc.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have at least 6 months of employment with one employer within the last 12 months.
• Ability to work safely with chemicals, sanitation equipment, and high‑pressure hoses.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety.
• Ability to follow strict sanitation and regulatory protocols.

 Physical Requirements: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds frequently.
• Must be able to work in environments that may be warm, cold, wet, humid, or dusty.

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Work Shift:

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We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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