Associate, Sanitation (63677)

Job DetailsJob Location: Burlington Production Facility - Burlington, NJ 08016Salary Range: $23.00 - $23.00 HourlyJob Shift: Afternoon/Evening

TITLE: Associate, Sanitation

DEPARTMENT: Quality Assurance

REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Sanitation 

About the Role

Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, Sanitation Associates are responsible for performing routine sanitation tasks throughout our facilities.

How You’ll Make a Difference 

Follow set SOP’s, Process Controls, and facility policies 
Prioritize sanitation tasks based on production needs
Responsible for cleaning building and equipment following a Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) 
Understand and use a variety of Sanitation Chemicals to effectively complete assigned tasks 
Perform Chemical concentration and verify results 
Know and take steps to correct sanitizer concentration above Food Contact concentrations
Recognize soil types and use proper chemicals for removal 
Properly use all sanitation equipment safely
Recognize and differentiate pH levels for adjusting and neutralizing solutions 
Must protect product from contaminations while completing assigned tasks 
Ensure cleaning is done correctly 
Inspect equipment before and after cleaning for any possible contamination 
Report any acts or conditions that may place our product at risk 
Responsible for learning safety rules 
Responsible for following safety rules
Follow lockout, tag out (LOTO) Procedures when necessary

 QualificationsWho You Are 

High school diploma or equivalent required
1+ years of manufacturing sanitation experience required
1 - 3 years experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred
Valid Food Handlers Certification for state working in
Mechanical aptitude with the capability to learn and follow instructions for disassembly and reassemble of food processing equipment.
Ability to demonstrate excellent safe work habits at all times
Experience with OSHA programs
Ability to complete and obtain various safety certifications within the first year
Experience with Sanitation Chemicals as well as the ability to complete and obtain various sanitation certificates within the first year
Clear and concise communicator, verbal and written
Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
Must be able to work as a member of a team
Experience in a food manufacturing environment is preferred
Satisfactory drug and background screening following condition offer
Overtime, weekend, and holiday work, as required

Our Culture

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential values at Thistle. We know we do our best and most impactful work when we feel we are represented and belong. We're proud to actively recruit and hire talented people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.  We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”), including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, color, hairstyles, hair texture, religion or religious creed, age, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran or active military status, marital status, criminal record, genetics, retaliation, sexual harassment or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.