Sanitation Tech

SummaryThe Sanitation Technician is responsible of cleaning and sanitizing the egg processing equipment on a daily basis following the processing shift. The schedule will be working for three days one week and four days the following week-continuing with this rotation. The Sanitation Technician will report to the Processing Supervisor.Key ResponsibilitiesResponsible for dissembling, cleaning, sanitizing and reassembling the processing equipment on a daily basisRequires working with chemicals, high pressure cleaning equipment, manual scrubbing, use of a hose and simple mechanical toolsMaintain training on the correct use of equipment, chemicals and their MSDS'sReview the sanitation chemicals with the supervisor including use, mixing, appropriateness, etc.Responsible for record keeping/paperworkMust follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's)Maintain equipment and keep in good repairOther duties as assignedQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or ExperiencePrevious food plant sanitation experience is highly desirableTraining for egg specific equipment would be providedFamiliarity with GMP's or equivalent practices is highly desirableKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to work independentlyAbility and willingness to learn several associated jobsSpeak English and Spanish is highly desirableStrong written and verbal communication skillsBasic math skillsKnowledge of sanitation methods, chemical handling and useKnowledge of process control systems and food safety principlesPhysical DemandsStand and walk constantly; grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 10 pounds frequently; sit, climb, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.Work EnvironmentFrequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and water, and chemicals. Temperature is regulated for operations standards. Cooler temperatures occur in specific areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Proper personal protective equipment will be required during certain working conditions.Employees are required to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) due to working in a food manufacturing environment (hairnets, clean clothes, etc.).Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)