Sanitation Technician

Tate & Lyle is a worldwide leader in providing ingredients and solutions for the food, beverage, and various other sectors, with operations spanning over 30 locations globally. Our extensive manufacturing facilities transform raw materials into unique, high-quality ingredients that enhance taste, texture, nutrition, and functionality in products consumed by millions daily. We pride ourselves on being the essential component that makes food extraordinary for some of the most beloved brands worldwide.

Role Overview

The Sanitation Technician plays a vital role in our operations. This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the sanitation process within the operational area, including cleaning, chemical safety, routine maintenance, and supporting team members.
Safety Responsibilities

Our commitment to protecting our workforce and the environment is fundamental to our operations.

Every employee is expected to uphold the Tate & Lyle culture, where Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) are paramount in all activities. Each team member is accountable for ensuring a safe working environment and adhering to all EHS policies, procedures, and regulations relevant to their responsibilities. Employees are encouraged to proactively address unsafe conditions and respect their colleagues and the communities in which we operate.

Main Responsibilities

• Adhere to EHS policies and procedures during routine, non-routine, and emergency situations.
• Report any spills, equipment failures, environmental concerns, or practices that could pose safety hazards or significant environmental impacts to supervisors or EHS committee members.
• Conduct environmental, health, and safety monitoring and inspections as per job responsibilities and submit required documentation.
• Support safety protocols including lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and hot work permits.
• Understand and apply lifesaving principles relevant to the work environment.

Key Duties

• Execute all job functions with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance with established safety policies.
• Perform dry cleaning of production and storage areas, including sweeping and mopping.
• Assist in minor disassembly and reassembly of equipment for cleaning purposes.
• Conduct thorough wet cleaning of production areas and equipment.
• Complete tasks outlined in the Master Sanitation Schedule on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Exemplify Tate & Lyle values within the sanitation team.
• Comply with all relevant site policies and procedures.
• Oversee and audit work requiring permits and safety supervision.
• Maintain high standards for cleanliness and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ensuring proper documentation.
• Collaborate with maintenance personnel to address technical issues and enhance operational efficiency.
• Accurately record food safety, quality, and sanitation data.
• Assist in audit preparations.

Performance Metrics

Success in this role will be evaluated based on EHS, Quality, Production, Reliability, and Leadership objectives.

Required Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience in food manufacturing sanitation preferred, but training will be provided.
• Strong safety mindset while performing all tasks.
• Commitment to customer satisfaction through adherence to GMP and food safety standards.
• Effective communication skills with all team members.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing tasks independently.
• Goal-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Able to work collaboratively within teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Reliable and punctual in attendance and performance.
• Willingness to adapt to varying schedules as needed.
• Physical capability to climb, lift, and perform other necessary tasks.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Tate & Lyle is committed to equal employment opportunities and bases all employment decisions on job-related criteria. We ensure that all human resource matters are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other classification protected by law.

Privacy Commitment

The Company is dedicated to complying with all applicable data privacy laws and regulations. We collect personal information for the purpose of hiring qualified candidates and to adhere to employment laws.

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