Sanitation Tech I

• Safely operate and clean equipment as assigned
• Handle chemicals to sanitize production equipment and clean the production area
• Follow Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP)
• Perform minor disassembly and assembly of equipment to facilitate cleaning
• Ensure plant sanitary conditions according to established food safety and quality standards
• Disassemble, clean and sanitize production machinery, equipment, tables, bins, pans, utensils and other items
• Clean and sanitize all floors, walls, ceilings, structures, drains, vents, evaporators, light fixtures, etc. within production and support areas
• Ensure proper care of equipment during the cleaning process
• Follow all safety guidelines (Chemical Safety, Lockout/Tagout, SSOP)
• Report any unsafe conditions
• Immediately report any near miss, injury, or accident to Team Leader or Manager
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Sanitation Practices (GSP)
• Handle equipment and chemicals in accordance with company, government and safety data sheet guidelines
• Assist with other Sanitation work as needed

• A High School Diploma or its equivalent required
• Experience in sanitation procedures in a food manufacturing plant is helpful
• Good English communication skills (reading, writing and verbal) are essential to interface with co-workers, Team Leaders and Managers
• Must be willing to work together with co-workers as part of a team
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with little or no supervision
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from freezing to sub-freezing (coolers, freezers, etc.)

Experience in sanitation procedures in a food manufacturing plant

Regular pay increases at 3, 6, and 12 months provided attendance and performance are in good standing