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Job Summary:

The Sanitation Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitary environment in our production facility. This includes cleaning and sanitizing floors, equipment, and work areas, as well as receiving and sending linens as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Clean and sanitize floors and facility equipment on a scheduled basis
Maintain an acceptable level of cleanliness on all production and packaging equipment and work areas
Eliminate any garbage, debris, and waste on the floor or on production equipment
Perform essential duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy while working independently and professionally

Requirements:

Ability to read and follow chemical labels and review MSDS's to obtain appropriate hazard information and safety statements
Ability to follow mixing instructions for chemicals used in cleaning and sanitizing of equipment
Ability to scrub equipment if needed to clean with scrub pads, brushes, etc.
Ability to disassemble equipment for cleaning and reassemble when finished
Ability to be trained in the Lockout and Tagout program to be an Authorized person
Willingness to work any shift for clean up and startup, including holidays and weekends
Ability to use good judgment in the absence of the Foreman or Supervisor
Ability to learn and understand Master Sanitation Schedules, Bar Code System, Usage Logs, etc.

Alignment with Core Values:

Respect & Value Our People
Stay in Front of Change While Reducing Costs
Delight our Customers
Food Quality & Safety

Qualifications/Required Skills:

Previous experience working around processing equipment preferred
Ability to read and comprehend work-related material such as Master Sanitation Program, Usage logs, Additive logs, etc.
Effective oral communication skills when communicating with supervisor and co-workers
Ability to work well with others and communicate in a positive manner
Ability to read, comprehend, and perform cleaning instructions for each piece of equipment as required

Work Environment:

Ability to perform heavy lifting up to 60 lbs
Ability to stand on concrete floors for extended periods and follow safety precautions
Ability to utilize cleaning chemicals and sanitizers safely
Ability to physically climb stairs repetitively and carry loads up stairs when required
Ability to work different shifts

Reasoning Ability:

Possesses self-confidence and maturity to make decisions and solve problems with minimal direction
Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others

Safety:

Follows all safety precautions while working independently and professionally
Keeps work area clean
Must be able to wear proper PPE while performing job duties
May be required to use any of the following PPE: wet suit, rubber boots & gloves, safety goggles, dust mask, and/or respirator

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