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ESD Technician - 3rd Shift - (Rotating Schedule)

McKee Foods Corporation and Affiliates

Collegedale, TNFull-time$20.42–21.55/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$20.42–21.55/hr
Location
Collegedale, TN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

McKee Foods is hiring an ESD Technician for a rotating third-shift schedule at its Collegedale plant. The role summary describes sanitation work in manufacturing facilities, including cleaning equipment and areas, preventing bacteria and mold growth, training new employees, and sanitizing equipment during changeovers. The work may involve chemicals, water, temperature extremes, loud machinery, heights, and lifting 20–50 pounds.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Basic Computer SkillsBasic Math SkillsInitiativeSelf-MotivationIndependent WorkTeamworkCommunicationFood Safety ProceduresProduct Purity StandardsCustomer ServiceHousekeepingAdaptabilityAttention to DetailTask PrioritizationOrganizationHeavy LiftingPaperwork AccuracyFood ProcessingFood ManufacturingGood Manufacturing PracticesCleaning and SanitationSanitation Equipment OperationLift Equipment OperationHigh-Pressure Water Systems

Qualifications

Solid Work HistoryGood Attendance and Safety PracticesFlexible Hours and Extended ShiftsLTO License EligibilityGood Driving RecordBlood Borne Pathogens TrainingConfined Space TrainingLockout Systems TrainingDust Hazard TrainingChemical Management Training

Benefits

401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Join Americas favorite family bakery since 1934home of Little Debbie, Drakes Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. Youll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, youll discover a better way to live and work. Please submit comprehensive work history or a resume covering the past 3 years. Include all periods of employment, unemployment, self-employment, short-term jobs, caregiving, and education. Ensure you provide accurate month and year ranges for each period. Pay $20.42 - $21.55 / hour, depending on experience and qualifications Plus $2.00 / hr shift premium for 3rd shift hours Schedule 3rd Shift Week 1, Saturday - Thursday, 10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. until finished Week 2, Monday - Thursday, 10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. until finished Location Plant 5 10260 McKee Road, Collegedale TN 37315 Job Summary As a Sanitation Specialist, you'll be responsible for cleaning various areas and equipment in our manufacturing facilities, following the Master Sanitation System. Youll help prevent the growth of bacteria and mold and will rotate between different areas, using high-pressure cleaning systems. You'll train new employees on cleaning procedures and ensure equipment is sanitized properly during changeovers. This job may involve working in hot (ovens) and cold (freezers) environments, with chemicals and water, and lifting 20-50 pounds. Youll also work at heights up to 40 feet. Safety is key, so youll need to follow all safety protocols, wear appropriate safety gear, and attend specialized training. Be prepared for loud environments and exposure to machinery. Pre-employment drug screening and a background check are required. Required Qualifications Basic computer and math skills Strong initiative, self-motivation, and ability to work independently Team-oriented with good communication skills Solid work history with good attendance and safety practices Knowledge of food safety procedures and product purity standards Excellent customer service and housekeeping skills Flexible, adaptable, and detail-oriented Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and stay organized Capable of heavy lifting (20-50 lbs.) Willingness to work flexible hours, extended shifts, and extra days as needed Accurate in handling detailed paperwork Comfortable working in physically demanding environments (extreme heights, confined spaces, temperature variations, etc.) Preferred Qualifications Food processing or food manufacturing experience Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and industry standard cleaning and sanitation procedures Basic knowledge of the function and operation of sanitation equipment Training and/or experience in operating lift equipment Training and/or experience with high pressure water systems Ability to obtain and maintain an LTO (Lift Truck Operator) license (includes a good driving record and meeting vision requirements to drive a lift truck at McKee Foods) Related training; including blood borne pathogens, confined space, lock out systems, dust hazard, chemical management, etc. Benefits Competitive weekly pay Profit-sharing cash bonus program 401(k) with matching contributions Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.) Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan Supplemental plans, including life insurance Fully-paid parental leave Health Center and Pharmacy Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere) Tuition reimbursement Credit Union Exercise and recreation facility Wellness programs with incentives Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

How this job compares

Set against the 1,441 open Manufacturing Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$20.42–21.55/hr
  • US median$24–29/hr690 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $20.99/hr, is 21% below the US median midpoint ($26/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Manufacturing Technician hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 28 open Manufacturing Technician jobs in Tennessee and 1,441 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Tennessee
Experience
Manufacturing Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (798 postings).
Education
3 of the 1,441 open Manufacturing Technician jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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