FSQA Sanitation Technician

About Baldor

Since our beginnings as part of the iconic Greenwich Village retail store, Balducci’s, Baldor has upheld its original promise—to curate and deliver the finest ingredients from around the world. For more than 30 years, we have supported the food industry using cutting-edge logistics, a modern supply chain, and an unwavering commitment to service. Today, we are the trusted distribution partner for top hotels, restaurants, country clubs, hospitals, nursing homes, and culinary professionals across the region.

Benefits

Baldor is committed to supporting the well-being, stability, and long-term success of our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick time, paid company holidays & floating holidays
• Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee discounts on Baldor products
• Commuter Benefits
• Career growth and development opportunities

Note: Benefits may vary based on position and employment status.

EEO Statement

Baldor believes in equal employment opportunity for all. We continue to build a culture of belonging where everyone is important within a more inclusive workforce and a better world. It is our policy that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, political ideology, ancestry, the presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disabilities, or other legally protected status. Baldor will ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.

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Job Overview

The FSQA Sanitation Technician is responsible for hands-on food safety verification during Fresh Cuts' transition from production to sanitation, and through completion of the nightly sanitation cycle. The role includes supporting in-progress production checks, verifying sanitation crew compliance with GMP and food safety requirements, completing sanitation and pre-operational records, and conducting a recurring environmental monitoring check.

Key Responsibilities

• Review food safety records and the equipment/production schedule at the start of shift.
  Check floor and room conditions relevant to food safety (e.g., environmental controls, general facility conditions).
• Prepare and verify sanitizing solutions used in produce washing, confirming they meet required specifications before and during use.
  Perform metal detector and X-ray equipment verification checks at required points in the production process.
• Monitor and record processing area temperatures.
  Monitor the production floor for GMP compliance — proper hygiene practices, PPE use, and adherence to food safety procedures — and flag any non-conformance.
• Monitor the sanitation crew's compliance with SSOP, GMP, PPE, and pre-operational standards throughout the cycle.
• Hold the authority to flag and hold product or halt a process that does not meet food safety specification, and notify a Fresh Cuts Supervisor or the FSQA team promptly; FSQA must be notified immediately when a hold is placed, and releasing a hold requires FSQA review and approval (on-call if outside business hours).
• Coordinate directly with the Fresh Cuts Supervisor or the Sanitation Supervisor on equipment issues or inspection findings.
• Maintain accurate, real-time food safety documentation using the company's digital tracking systems, ensuring all records are completed before the end of each shift, including closing out all required sanitation records and reports.
• Take ownership of corrective actions when a nonconformance is found, follow up with the responsible party -Production, Maintenance or Sanitation teams, as applicable, and escalate items that are not progressing.
• Conduct post-sanitation pre-operational inspection of rooms and equipment as sanitation nears completion, including hygiene verification testing.
• Conduct a recurring, facility-wide environmental monitoring check on a set schedule.
• Assist in verification and validation of paperwork completed by production staff.
• Assist in training and coaching production staff on food safety and GMP standards
  

Job Requirements

• Comfortable using tablets/computers for real-time documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, well organized, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment; professional and presentable, with clear communication skills.
• Able to stand and walk the production floor for extended periods, including in refrigerated areas.
• Able to lift at least 50 lbs. and to bend, kneel, or crawl as needed.
• Able to work overnight hours with limited on-site supervision.
  

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1–2 years of experience in food safety, quality control, or a related field.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required for direct communication with team members.
• Food safety training (e.g., HACCP Basics, AIB Food Safety Essentials, or ServSafe Food Handler) preferred, or willingness to complete assigned training within a specified timeframe.

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