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Sanitation Technician - Memphis Plant

Posted Date:  Jun 12, 2026
Requisition Number:  129197

Job Title: Sanitation Technician- Memphis Plant

Location: Memphis, TN

 

Pay: 

  • Starting Payrate: $21.72/hr.
  • Will increase to $22.28/hr once certifications are obtained
  • Shift Differentials and Overtime Potential!

 

Total Rewards

  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision)—Starting Day 1! 
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match
  • Hershey Stock Purchase Program
  • Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

 

Shifts: 

  • We require that you are flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime, and some holidays.
  • Schedule assignment upon hire is determined by plant needs. Once your training period begins, you will be assigned to a shift and/or schedule based on current plant need. You will be eligible to bid on other schedules, shifts and jobs. 
    • Openings are on 2nd and 3rd shift.
    • Regular schedule is 8-hours. Mandatory overtime could be weekly, daily (additional 4 hours on your 8-hour shift) and weekends (8 to 12-hour shifts).  

 

Candidate Process: 

  • Qualified applicants will receive an email to schedule for an onsite interview (ensure you have access to a valid email) *
  • Post-Offer Drug Screen, Physical Assessment and Background Check required* 
    • *Valid ID required 

 

Job Description:

The Hershey Company Memphis plant is a Non-Union plant producing products such as Ice Breakers, Breath Savers, and Good & Plenty, in a high-speed complex environment. This position is responsible for all sanitation aspects of the plant.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Must be able to operate a forklift, man lift, and genie boom lift
  • Must maintain the cleaning, inspection, and general maintenance checks on all scrubbers
  • Must be able to learn the infrastructure-related cleaning procedures throughout the facility.
  • Must be able apply detail cleaning procedures throughout the plant
  • Must be able to learn and adhere to the Facility’s Waste Management Program
  • Must be able to learn and adhere to the facility’s GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices) and HAZCOMM (Chemical Safety) requirements
  • Must have the ability to work as a team player and have strong communication skills
  • Must ensure your area meets the housekeeping standards throughout your shift
  • Must be flexible to do any job that is assigned and participate in departmental meetings as required


Minimum Requirements:

 

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must possess a high school diploma/GED
  • Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English
  • Must be flexible to work any shift during a 24-hour period (1st, 2nd, 3rd) and any variation of shift length (8 hours or 12 hours)
  • Must be available to work weekends, holidays and overtime
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States
  • Must have the ability to understand and perform basic mathematics
  • Must possess basic computer knowledge with ability to find and enter information
  • Must be able to regularly stand and walk; and occasionally sit, bend at waist, turn, climb ladders and work from heights up to 30ft

 

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

 

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans

If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the HR Service Center (askhr@hersheys.com).


Nearest Major Market: Memphis