Sanitation Specialist

Renard's Cheese, an award-winning cheese producer, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Sanitation Specialist to join our team. We offer on-the-job training and opportunities for advancement, empowering and inspiring our employees to grow. As a Sanitation Specialist, you will play a crucial role in the cheese production process, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

Adhering to all sanitation procedures and policies
Clean and sanitize vats, hoops, cheese press and all other cheese making equipment including buckets & bins
Clean and sanitize general employee areas
Laundry duties
Remove cheese from press as ready and package
Dress hoops
Assist with set up for curd and string orders
Follow and maintain Good Manufacturing Practices
Be a team player
Become familiar with HACCP
Ensure that cleaning chemical concentrations, cleaning times, temperatures and flows meet personal safety, food safety and cleaning standards
Follow all sanitation, general plant, area-specific and equipment specific safe practices and GMP standards
Complete all documentation, communication, and record-keeping requirements accurately, on time and in a professional manner
Inspect sanitation work and follow up as appropriate to ensure that all operating and sanitation standards have been met to ensure a safe and effective on-time start of plant processing and equipment
The ability to be organized, self-motivated, work as a team in a fast-paced work environment
The ability to understand and execute Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and best practices safely, consistently, and effectively

Qualifications
Ability to lift 50 pounds and on occasion 75 pounds
Ability to stand for long periods of time, frequent walking and standing
Comfortable climbing ladders, frequent bending and reaching
Strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities
Positive attitude and willingness to follow instructions
Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality

Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Life insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off and Holiday Pay
Employee discount and Incentive Program
Wellness Program and Referral program

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