3rd Shift Sanitation Worker-Industrial - SIGMA : Job Details

Job ID: 14184 — 3rd Shift Sanitation Worker | Hicksville, NY | 3-Month Contract

Employer: Sigma, Inc.Location: Hicksville, NYContract Duration: 3 Months (Possible temp-to-perm opportunity)Shift:

• Monday to Thursday, 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM

• Saturday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PMOvertime applicable for hours beyond 40 per week

Position Summary

Sigma Inc. is seeking a dedicated 3rd Shift Sanitation Worker to operate in a food manufacturing facility that produces butter products in Hicksville, NY. This is a physically demanding role focused on sanitation of industrial equipment under strict safety and quality protocols—not a janitorial role.

Key Responsibilities

• Dismantle and sanitize industrial food equipment (plumbing systems transporting pudding from kettles to filling machines).

• Clean large kettles using elbow grease, chemicals, and power washers, following detailed Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP).

• Ensure proper handling and dilution of chemicals per guidelines and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

• Perform CIP (Chemical In Place) operations and clean milk silos.

• Record sanitation activities using master sanitation and daily paperwork.

• Provide technical support and training to other sanitarians when needed.

• Comply with personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and safety protocols.

• Respond to sanitation emergencies promptly.

• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to ensure equipment meets cleanliness standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Mechanically inclined: ability to assemble/disassemble equipment.

• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal procedures.

• Knowledge of MSDS, CIP operation, and sanitation procedures.

• Fluent in English or Spanish (must read and write).

• Strong physical ability: stand for entire shifts, bend, kneel, lift up to 25 lbs regularly.

• Experience using PC, proprietary software, and basic office equipment.

• Familiarity with lab equipment and kettle enabling systems.

Physical Demands & Environment

• Standing during entire shift.

• Occasional work in hot or cold temperatures.

• Frequent exposure to high noise typical of production environments.

• Required to wear steel-toed shoes and safety gear.

Requirements

• A REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECK and DRUG TEST must be completed before starting the assignment.

• Steel-toed shoes are required (composite safety shoe covers may be provided if unavailable).

• Willingness to work Saturdays as required.

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, able to work independently after training.