Sanitation Associate

At Winland Foods, our commitment to Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration shapes everything we do—from the food we make to the people who make it possible. As a Sanitation Team Member, you’ll play a vital role in creating a safe, clean, and high-performing production environment. You’ll guide daily sanitation activities, support line employees, and help ensure our facility meets the highest standards of food safety and quality. Acting as a trusted partner to the Sanitation Supervisor, you’ll not only keep our operations running smoothly but also model the values that define Winland—leading by example, fostering teamwork, and respecting the well-being of every employee. This is more than maintaining cleanliness—it’s about protecting the integrity of our products, supporting the success of your team, and contributing to Winland’s mission of delivering food experiences that delight consumers and earn their trust. Employee Type: Full time Location: WI Milwaukee Job Type: Production Group Job Posting Title: Sanitation Associate Job Description: Duties and Responsibilities:   Schedule:   Monday to Friday - 6:30am to 3pm Work Location:   8222 N Granville Woods Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53223 Salary, based on experience and other qualifications:   $25.00/Hourly   Benefits:   Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.   This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may   deem   necessary from time to time.   Safe Equipment Operation & Maintenance:      Assists   with routine and non-routine plant sanitation activities.   Ensures   equipment   is clean and   food safe .    Perform daily inspections, preventive maintenance on Sanitation equipment .      Product Handling, Quality Control & Inventory Management :   Understand and follow plant policies for placing materials on hold and collecting retention samples.   Assist   with   chemical   inventory control following FIFO practices.   Communicate sanitation results to other teams within the plant.   Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance :   Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies.    Maintain cleanliness and sanitation.   Makes   recommendations for improving plant cleanliness and sanitation effectiveness .      Team Collaboration, Leadership & Training :   Assist   team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.   Provide backup coverage for multiple roles, share knowledge with peers, and support training.   Assist with SOP development and training.   Facilitate cross-departmental collaboration.   Documentation, Communication & Continuous Improvement :   Prepare   accurate   written documentation.   Participate in 5S efforts.   Assist   in reviewing sanitation paperwork.   Work with supervisors and team to develop solutions to issues.   Act as 5S champion for area.   Knowledge, Training and Experience:   Education & Experience :   High School Diploma or GED required .      Minimum   2   year   of work experience in manufacturing or food   production   sanitation   preferred .   18+ years of age.   Technical & Mechanical Skills :   Ability to   operate , troubleshoot, and   advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.   Mechanical aptitude with the ability to   identify   and resolve   quality   irregularities.   Proficiency   in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills.   Advanced levels require   proficiency   in MII, WE systems, and interpreting line huddle measures to resolve issues.   Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.   Safety & Compliance :   Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.   Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures.   Ability to   lift up   to 50   lbs.,   push heavy loads, stand/walk up to 90 % of   shift, and climb as needed.   Must have near and far visual acuity, some color perception, and   full   range of hand/arm movement.   Teamwork, Communication & Leadership :   Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers,   supervisors   and others at the worksite   regarding   work matters, which are mostly conducted in English.  This includes the ability to understand and respond to oral communications; understand written information, communications, and safety information; and communicate in writing as needed.     Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.   Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members (progressively more responsibility at higher levels).   Advanced levels lead projects,   identify   skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.   Personal Attributes & Work Ethic :   Positive attitude,   dependable , self- motivated , and   willing   to work overtime or weekends as needed.   Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.   Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.   Physical Demands:     Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Tasks may involve frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.       Ability to   lift up   to 50   lbs   frequently .       Must have good hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and 20/20 corrected vision.       Must have normal hearing and vision (with correction if needed), including the ability to distinguish colors for color-coded containers in production areas.       Employees   must wear all required PPE according to the specific manufacturin