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Sanitation Specialist Job Overview

The Sanitation Specialist plays a critical role in maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant facility. This individual ensures adherence to sanitation protocols, performs equipment cleaning and maintenance, and supports food safety initiatives in coordination with the Sanitation Manager, Quality Assurance (QA) team, and other business partners. The role requires a strong commitment to regulatory compliance, workplace safety, and collaboration, along with excellent attention to detail and adaptability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sanitation Compliance & Program Monitoring

  • Oversee Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP), Clean-In-Place (CIP) systems, and the Pest Control program in collaboration with the Sanitation Manager to ensure compliance.
  • Assist with internal audits, pathogen swabbing, root cause analyses, and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to address food safety issues.

• Facility & Equipment Maintenance

  • Conduct and document assigned sanitation activities to maintain facility and equipment hygiene standards.
  • Manage sanitation supplies, tools, and utensils to ensure readiness for use.
  • Perform routine, preventive, and special-case cleaning and maintenance as required.

• Food Safety Compliance

  • Maintain compliance with government food safety and quality standards, including Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards.
  • Collaborate with the Sanitation Manager and chemical contractors to recommend optimal chemical solutions for plant sanitation.
  • Support adherence to the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), food safety codes, laws, and requirements by conducting validation tests and product evaluations.

Daily Cleaning Operations:

• Safely transport and connect high-pressure water hoses to designated water and chemical sources for effective cleaning of production equipment.
• Use high-pressure water and handheld sprayers to clean production lines thoroughly, spot-clean residual proteins using scrubbing tools, and ensure cleanliness.
• Attain and maintain Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) authorized user status to ensure equipment safety during cleaning.
• Assist QA associates during pre-operations inspections, addressing unsanitary conditions or unresolved cleaning tasks as needed.

Workplace Safety & Culture:

• Adhere to all safety procedures and guidelines, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as rain gear, boots, and goggles.
• Operate machinery and cleaning tools safely and report hazards, injuries, or near-misses immediately.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of workplace safety protocols and maintain cleanliness in work areas to prevent accidents.

Collaboration & Accountability:

• Foster strong communication and collaboration with managers, co-workers, and business partners to meet goals and expectations.
• Communicate progress updates and participate actively in identifying and suggesting areas for improvement.
• Demonstrate adaptability by learning from feedback, challenges, and changes in the workplace.

Core Values:

• Respect for the Individual

  • Promote a culture of inclusion and belonging where team members feel valued and connected.
  • Build trusting relationships, demonstrate teamwork, and motivate others with positivity and purpose.
  • Recognize and celebrate the contributions and growth of team members.

• Act with Integrity

  • Uphold the highest ethical standards, holding yourself and others accountable for honest, transparent, and ethical behavior.
  • Model company values and support its sustainability and regenerative goals, aiming to make a positive impact on associates, customers, and stakeholders.

• Service to the Customer/Member

  • Prioritize customer needs and deliver results with excellence.
  • Use reliable data to make informed decisions, balancing short-term tasks with long-term priorities.

• Strive for Excellence

  • Exhibit curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to embrace change and innovation.
  • Drive continuous improvement, adopt new technologies, and support others throughout change initiatives.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of sanitation standards, food safety regulations, and compliance protocols (e.g., SSOPs, FSMA, cGMPs, and SQF).
• Familiarity with sanitation tools, cleaning agents, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Clear communication skills and adaptability to learn and grow from feedback.
• Commitment to building a safe, inclusive, and team-oriented work environment.

This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's food safety, workplace safety, and compliance initiatives by supporting overall cleanliness, product quality, and operational excellence.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sams Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelors degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

The hourly wage range for this position is $22.30-$24.30*

*The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.

Minimum Qualifications:

Manufacturing or production environment.

Primary Location:

705 John Bowden Pkwy, Robinson, TX 76706-0000, United States of America