Description

Essential Functions:

The Sanitation Worker is responsible for in-depth, sanitation and sterilization of all production supporting equipment per the Sanitation Standard Operating procedures to ensure the safety and quality of our food products.

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 PM - 4:00 AM. Please note that the schedule may vary based on business needs, and occasional weekend shifts may be required.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

Understand machine operating and adjusting procedures to effectively disassemble and assemble equipment for proper cleaning and sanitizing.
Follow appropriate handling procedures while using cleaning and other hazardous agents.
Maintain work area throughout the facility and common areas in a safe and orderly fashion in accordance to SOP’s; SSOP’s; GMP’s and Safety regulations.
Perform chemical evaluation; chemical mixing and pH testing per plant Master Cleaning Schedule.
Understand terminology related to “Clean In Place” process.
Clean plant production equipment and facility to meet food safety requirements.
Operate cleaning systems and equipment as trained and specified.
Ensure quality assurance (Pre-Ops) are in compliant.
Responsible for basic troubleshooting of sanitation equipment.
Willing to be flexible with unexpected changes in production.
Establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with all other departments staff.
Report any equipment malfunction or unsafe practices immediately to Supervisor on duty.
Observe a good working and professional relationship with others (internal and external) while in premises.
Must keep equipment and working area organized; clean; free of dirt; debris and grease build-up.
Perform other duties as assigned and requested by plant management.

Requirements

Education:

High School graduate or GED equivalent

Experience and Background:

Basic working knowledge of equipment and machinery
Basic understanding of LO/TO
Must be able to read and understand charts and gauges
Basic math skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to multi-task
Able to read, write and understand English.
Able to work flexible and weekend hours due to production demand.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of standing, walking, squatting, reaching, bending and lifting.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

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