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Sanitation Operator 3rd Shift Zeeland, MI

Tyson Foods


Job Location:

Zeeland, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 28 August 2026 (4 days ago)
Application Deadline: 25 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Details:

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way join us at Tyson Foods where we feed the world like family! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members.

Benefits Effective Day 1!

This position starts at$22.80/hour(with $1/hourshift premium for 3rd shift positions).

Position Summary:

The Sanitarian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the plant in accordance with the Master Cleaning Schedule. Sanitarian Worker will be required to disassemble/reassemble equipment and machinery prior to cleaning use hazardous chemicals on daily basis use high pressure sprayer to clean equipment perform dry pick-up of all inedible material on machines and floors and complete any additional tasks deemed necessary to complete sanitation process.

Job Description:

  • Maintain cleanliness of plant in accordance with Master Cleaning Schedule per SSOPs

  • Must complete all required cleaning logs

  • Must be capable of disassembling and reassembling the equipment

  • Proficiency in reading and writing; ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels

  • Work with various chemicals / cleaning agents in a safe manner following all applicable safety guidelines and procedures.

  • Be able to use high pressure water hose and high-pressure air wand in cleaning

  • Responsible for the maintenance of high pressure air water hoses drop stations and water guns

  • Responsible for changing socks/filters on schedule and maintaining the bag house door seals

  • Must be able to work every Sunday and occasional holidays.

  • Must be able to work a variable schedule and be able to work up to12 hours in one shift

  • Communicate with various departments on a regular basis

  • Must be willing to work outside on occasion

  • Comply with all safety food safety GMP and SQF Requirements

  • Must perform all positions of rotation if applicable

  • Perform any other work as assigned by supervisor

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 willing and able to lift up to 50lbs

  • The Team Member will stand walk bend squat stretch climb push pull and reach as required in all areas

  • The Team Member will stand8-12 hours on hard floors

  • The Team Member will perform repetitive motions as required in many areas

  • The Team Member will work in a cold environment in the mid 30 degrees Fahrenheit

  • The Team Member will be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme weather conditions

  • The Team Member will be occasionally exposed to high precarious places; confined spaces extreme cold; extreme heat and vibration

  • The Team Member will consistently be walking/standing on concrete floors and exposed to wet/slippery surfaces for long/extended periods of time

  • The Team Member and a damp environment

Requirements:

  • Must have 3 months experience listed on application (can be multiple employers but must add up to 3 months)

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 365 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

3RD SHIFT (United States of America)

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.


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


Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race national origin color religion age genetics sex sexual orientation gender identity disability or veteran status.


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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Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.


Required Experience:

IC


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