Lead Sanitation Technician

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Primarily responsible for using chemicals and mixtures of cleaning solutions for cleaning and sanitizing assigned area, including equipment, to maintain sanitary conditions to mitigate bacteriological threats. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS:

• Independently manages time to ensure area and equipment is sanitized, using required chemicals and cleaning solutions to reduce risk of bacteriological threats
• Tear down machinery, sanitize and reassemble prior to production start
• Direct the work of others and is the “go-to” for questions and concerns in the absence of supervisor or superintendent at their request
• Train lower level technicians as needed
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
  
  

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Basic understanding of machinery tear down and setup
• Basic understanding of chemicals preferred
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Basic math skills
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character
  
  

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required.
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand up to 8 hours
• Lift up to 60 lbs including moving, lifting and pushing machinery
• Exposure to wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC)
• Will be exposed to noise of > 85 decibels, CO2 and moving production equipment
• Handle a 900PSI water hose continually
• Climb ladders, stoop, reach overhead, bend and twist throughout shift as needed
• Work around raw, live animal odors
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.