Overview

The Sanitation Technician is responsible for supporting the Company's sanitation food safety program by focusing on proper cleaning and sanitizing of plant equipment and building in a manner that meets and complies with all food safety policies, FDA and OSHA regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform basic wash area duties including running a pan washer, cleaning utensils by hand when needed, etc.;
• Perform basic machine disassembly/setup for cleaning (e.g., covers, piping, cover electrical with plastic);
• Complete cleaning tasks per Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs);
• Recognize and address equipment needing deep cleaning;
• Properly use chemicals to effectively and safely perform cleaning tasks;
• Perform basic janitorial duties (e.g., emptying garbage, sweeping, stocking supplies, cleaning restrooms, break rooms and common areas);
• Report employee safety, food safety, and quality concerns to appropriate personnel;
• Comply with all employee safety/food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures;
• Perform other required tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred;
• Minimum one year working in a food plant as a sanitor cleaning equipment/machines preferred;
• Basic knowledge of pre-rinse/wash/rinse/sanitize steps;
• Basic knowledge of top down washing sequence for proper food safety;
• Basic knowledge of sanitation chemical usage;
• Basic knowledge of lockout/tagout programs;
• Must be comfortable working at heights involving ladders and scissor-lifts;
• Ability to learn how to clean all plant lines;
• Ability to prioritize work;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a team to complete assigned tasks;
• Regular and predictable attendance and available to work weekends.