Sanitation (Shift: 6:30AM-3:00PM)

Description

 

Objective
Ensure the cleanliness and proper maintenance of all facility areas. Responsible for waste management and sanitation tasks to mitigate risks to product safety.

Organizational Relationships
Reports directly to the Quality Assurance Department.

Primary Job Duties

1. Remove all boxes, combos, and trash to the compactor and bale combos.
2. Clean and remove trash and debris from coolers, freezers, WIP, and dock areas.
3. Change sanitizer lugs every two hours or as needed.
4. Conduct condensation walk-throughs and wipe down any condensation during shifts or upon request from QA (including cold storage).
5. Clear the entrance to the freezer of any frost or ice buildup.
6. Handle all inedible product functions (disposal, rinsing, cleaning of inedible areas, odor control, etc.). Apply denaturant to all gray barrels.
7. Assist Quality Assurance Technicians with dispensing PPE at the start of each shift and after breaks.
8. Check and refill soap dispensers, paper towels, and toilet paper as needed.
9. Maintain cleanliness in restrooms and breakrooms, including picking up debris and wiping down counters or spills.
10. Monitor and maintain cleanliness in all outside areas (parking lots, bale areas) including washdowns, removal of pallets, trash, metal fragments, and cigarette butts. Empty outside trash cans as needed.
11. Clean, sanitize, and re-clean utensils and equipment as needed in the production room, including line washdowns. Ensure a supply of clean combos/baskets for production.
12. Empty trash barrels and pick up trash in the dry warehouse daily.
13. Ensure all chemicals are properly labeled and stored away from food contact areas.
14. Clear trash from vestibules and locker areas. Collect soiled white coats and cotton gloves for laundry.
15. Clean and sanitize unsanitary plastic spacers and baskets.
16. Remove any broken pallets from production areas.
17. Spot-check cooler floors and clean up spills (blood, grease, water, etc.).
18. Perform a condensation walk-through and clean up any condensation.
19. Complete any other duties as assigned.

Before the End of the Shift

1. Move bales of cardboard combos to their designated locations.
2. First shift must inform the second shift of any unfinished tasks that need completion.
3. Second shift must ensure all production tasks are complete and confirmed with QA before punching out.
4. Conduct a walk-through of all production and storage areas. Remove any inedible materials, plastics, or trash as needed.
5. Properly dispose of soiled PPE for laundering.

Requirements

 Position Pre-Requisites

• Previous sanitation experience required.

Skill Requirements

• Ability to follow instructions and operate sanitation equipment effectively.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 80 lbs. and push up to 225 lbs. with a dolly.
• Capable of standing and walking for extended periods.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in a 30-40º environment for extended periods.