ESD Technician - 1st Shift - (Rotating Schedule)
McKee Foods McKee Foods Corporation · Tennessee
📍 Collegedale, TNvia workdayFirst listed here 2026-09-16
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Join America’s favorite family bakery since 1934—home of Little Debbie®, Drake’s® Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery® Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You’ll 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, you’ll discover a better way to live and work.
Pay
$20.42 – $21.55 / hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Schedule
1st Shift (rotating weeks)
Week 1: Sunday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Friday, 7:00 a.m. until finished or 1 hour before sundown
Week 2: Tuesday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Friday 7:00 a.m. until finished or 1 hour before sundown
Location
Plant 2
10260 McKee Road, Collegedale TN 37315
Job Summary
As an ESD Technician Specialist, you'll be responsible for cleaning various areas and equipment in our manufacturing facilities, following the Master Sanitation System. You’ll 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. You’ll also work at heights up to 40 feet.
Safety is key, so you’ll need to follow all safety protocols, wear appropriate safety gear, and attend specialized training. Be prepared for loud environments and exposure to machinery.
Required Qualifications
Basic computer skills
Basic math skills
High initiative, self-motivation, and ability to work well with minimal supervision
Ability to work effectively with others; team player
Good overall work, attendance, and safety record
Demonstrated knowledge of and adherence to company food safety and product purity procedures
Strong customer service skills
Good housekeeping skills
Flexible and adaptable
Good attention to detail
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple cleaning activities
Ability to work and communicate well with peers and management
Heavy lifting (20-50 lbs.)
Willing to work flexible hours, extended shifts and additional days as needed
Accuracy with detailed paperwork
Capability to handle physically demanding work in varying climates and working conditions (extreme heights, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, poor weather, 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
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