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ByHeart

Food Manufacturing Sanitation Operator

Allerton, IA · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

... manufacturing platform we're building. Reports to: Food Safety Manager/Sanitation Supervisor ... Operating a forklift for material movement as required for position. * Perform other sanitation ...

ByHeart

Food Manufacturing Sanitation Operator

Allerton, IA · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

... manufacturing platform we're building. Reports to: Food Safety Manager/Sanitation Supervisor ... Support Production Operators where needed during CIP and scheduled cleaning. * Completing logs for ...

Amcor

Manufacturing Operator

Bowling Green, KY · On-site

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

... Food Safety, Quality and Production practices. 1.4 Prevent nonconforming products from being shipped to customers. 1.5 Identify and record problems relating to products, processes and quality systems ...

Amcor

Manufacturing Operator

Bowling Green, KY · On-site

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

... Food Safety, Quality and Production practices. 1.4 Prevent nonconforming products from being shipped to customers. 1.5 Identify and record problems relating to products, processes and quality systems ...

ByHeart

Food Manufacturing Sanitation Operator

Allerton, IA · On-site

$14.75 - $18/hr

... manufacturing platform we're building. Reports to: Food Safety Manager/Sanitation Supervisor ... Operating a forklift for material movement as required for position. * Perform other sanitation ...

Strive Pharmacy

Aseptic Manufacturing Operator

Alachua, FL

$15.75 - $19/hr

Strive Outsourcing is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Aseptic Manufacturing Operator to join ... Working knowledge of United States Pharmacopeia (USP) , USP , and Food and Drug Administration (FDA ...

SIGMA

Food Manufacturing Engineer

Savannah, GA · On-site

$68K - $87K/yr

Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures. * Perform ... Work Environment This position works in a food manufacturing environment and may be frequently ...

Strive Pharmacy

Aseptic Manufacturing Operator

Alachua, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

Strive Outsourcing is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Aseptic Manufacturing Operator to join ... Working knowledge of United States Pharmacopeia (USP) , USP , and Food and Drug Administration (FDA ...

SIGMA

Food Manufacturing Engineer

Savannah, GA · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures. * Perform ... Work Environment This position works in a food manufacturing environment and may be frequently ...

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How much do food manufacturing operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for food manufacturing operator in the United States is $19.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Food Manufacturing Operator vs Food Production Technician?

AspectFood Manufacturing OperatorFood Production Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certifications in safety or machineryHigh school diploma; technical certifications or training often preferred
Work EnvironmentFactories, production lines, manufacturing plantsFactories, quality control labs, production facilities
Employer & Industry UsageFood manufacturing companies, processing plantsFood production companies, quality assurance departments
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between a Food Manufacturing Operator and a Food Production Technician lies in their roles. Operators primarily focus on operating machinery and ensuring production runs smoothly, while Technicians often handle troubleshooting, quality checks, and maintenance tasks. Both roles are essential in food manufacturing environments and share similar credentials and work settings, but Technicians typically require more technical training.

Is food manufacturing a good career?

Food manufacturing operators play a key role in producing food products in a factory setting, often working with machinery and following safety protocols. The industry offers stable employment with opportunities for advancement and requires attention to detail, technical skills, and sometimes certifications. It can be a reliable career choice for those interested in manufacturing and food production.

What is the role of a food manufacturing operator?

A food manufacturing operator is responsible for operating machinery, monitoring production processes, and ensuring quality standards are met in a food production environment. They follow safety protocols, maintain equipment, and may perform routine inspections to ensure efficient and safe manufacturing operations.

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Infographic showing various Food Manufacturing Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, and 31% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,654 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Food Manufacturing Sanitation Operator

Allerton, IA • On-site

ByHeart
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees
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$14.75 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

ByHeart rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

About ByHeart
ByHeart was built on the belief that infant formula should be held to a higher standard. We spent seven years developing an evidence-based formula from the ground up, running the largest clinical trial by a new infant formula brand in 25 years, and building our own manufacturing facilities.
ByHeart is a nutrition company, specializing in infant formula, committed to the highest manufacturing and safety standards in the industry - now expanding that same standard across a broader range of nutrition products. We own three domestic U.S. facilities and have invested heavily in infrastructure, R&D, and in-house quality systems, able to provide third-party incubation and manufacturing support for leading ingredient and end-product nutrition brands.
We are now actively expanding operations at our Allerton, Iowa facility. Our factory is running and we are focused on scaling our manufacturing to support a broader range of dairy nutrition products. This is a new and growing chapter for the facility and we're hiring the people who will help us build it.
Why This Role Exists
This role is at the heart of what's next for our Allerton, Iowa facility. As we scale our operations, we need people who share our same commitment to quality and safety. This position carries real accountability and works directly in service of the best-in-class domestic manufacturing platform we're building.
Reports to: Food Safety Manager/Sanitation Supervisor Location: Allerton, IA Start date: ASAP
Roles & Responsibilities
  • Perform sanitation activities as outlined in the master sanitation schedule.
  • Work as directed by the Sanitation/Production Manager for additional shift sanitation support.
  • Monitor sanitation supplies to ensure inventory is maintained
  • Monitor sanitation logs and alert Managers if logs are incomplete.
  • Support Production Operators where needed during CIP and scheduled cleaning.
  • Completing logs for cleaning, sanitation, materials transactions and records as required in SOPs.
  • General cleaning of the facility and performing sanitation functions per procedure or as directed.
  • Operating a forklift for material movement as required for position.
  • Perform other sanitation duties as directed by Sanitation Supervisor/Food Safety Manager.

What We're Looking For
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Demonstrated ability and certification in Sanitation or equivalent experience
  • Must be self-disciplined, a team player, and be able to handle emergency situations common to the operation
  • Must be able to maintain and display personal cleanliness and follow GMPs' as described in company guidelines. Must be able to write clearly and in an organized fashion
  • Demonstrated ability to understand and follow sanitation procedures, chemical concentrations and chemical safety procedures.
  • Able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without accommodation

What We Offer
  • Generous Paid Time Off - starting with up to 144 hours of vacation, 40 hours of sick time, 13 Company paid holidays, a birthday holiday, and 2 floating holidays per calendar year.
  • Health Benefits - benefit eligible on 1st day, 100% paid for employee and 90% paid for family coverage.
  • 401 (k) with company match up to 6%, no vesting
  • 16 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Our Commitment to Quality:
    • Our facilities were designed from day one to the highest quality standards because we believe that's the only credible foundation for functional nutrition manufacturing.
    • We value experience working in highly regulated food, pharmaceutical, or nutrition environments and who value and understand quality as a core competency.
    • Our team has over 300 years of combined expertise in regulated food innovation and manufacturing.
    • You'll be working alongside people who've built and run quality systems at the highest levels globally.

We're excited about your interest in joining ByHeart! Our Talent Acquisition team reviews applications in the order they are received and will reach out directly to schedule interviews. We kindly ask that you refrain from contacting hiring managers or current employees directly.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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