Technician, CIP

The CIP Technician is responsible for supporting plant sanitation and food safety programs through the operation, maintenance, and verification of Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems and sanitation processes. This position helps ensure the facility meets food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements by maintaining sanitary production environments, monitoring sanitation systems, managing cleaning chemicals, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
• Follow all company safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety requirements, sanitation procedures, and standard operating procedures.
• Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot computerized and manual Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems.
• Maintain and operate mini-CIP systems, CIP/COP tanks, CIP source and recovery systems, and related sanitation equipment.
• Perform microbiological testing and verification activities on equipment and production systems.
• Monitor and control sanitation chemical concentrations through testing and titration activities.
• Maintain chemical storage areas, chemical distribution systems, and proper chemical labeling practices.
• Work with sanitation chemical suppliers and representatives to optimize chemical performance and costs.
• Evaluate and test new sanitation chemicals and processes and provide recommendations for implementation.
• Maintain sanitary conditions throughout processing and packaging areas.
• Clean and sanitize processing equipment, production lines, fillers, tanks, valves, pumps, piping systems, and related equipment.
• Support environmental sanitation activities and assist the Environmental Team as needed.
• Maintain sanitation equipment in ready-to-use condition and coordinate replacement parts and inventory needs.
• Support sanitation-related preventive maintenance and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities.
• Establish and maintain sanitation programs for valves, pumps, gaskets, and check balls.
• Participate in equipment installations, modifications, piping changes, and redesign projects related to sanitation requirements.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, floor scrubbers, and other sanitation-related equipment.
• Work closely with production, maintenance, quality, and sanitation teams to support food safety and operational objectives.
• Maintain accurate sanitation records and documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating computerized CIP systems preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, floor scrubbing equipment, and sanitation equipment.
• Basic mechanical and plumbing skills.
• Strong computer skills and ability to operate sanitation control systems and CIP programs.
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively work with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and business needs.
• Ability to successfully complete required food safety, sanitation, quality, and chemical handling training.
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment screening requirements, including drug screening, background check, and physical examination where applicable.

Physical & Environmental Requirements:
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, climb ladders, work at heights, and perform repetitive physical activities throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds independently and more with assistance.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments with exposure to water, cleaning chemicals, varying temperatures, moisture, confined spaces, and industrial conditions.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Compensation & Benefits:
Hourly pay range: $29.37 - $30.44 per hour.

This position is eligible for quarterly plant performance bonus opportunities.

Mizkan America offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, wellness programs, health and flexible spending accounts, education assistance, employee assistance programs, and employee referral bonuses.

Mizkan America is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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