Sanitation Technician- 3rd shift

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations. It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future success. 
 
We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover.  
 
We foster a culture of belonging where people come first, and diversity is embraced. And we live our values, always, while setting the highest standards for performance.
 
Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Location    : USA - OR – Salem

Department: 
•    Cost Center: USSC005164 SALEM - SANITATION & QA
•    Work Center: SAL5445 - SAL-Sanitation
•    Supervisor Group: SAL020

JOB TITLE: Sanitation Technician

WORKDAY LEVEL: HP03

BASE RATE PER HOUR: $21.95

SHIFT: 3rd shift, 8:45pm-5am

# OF OPENINGS: 1
 

HOURS:  
 (Starting times and hours may vary depending on coverage due to report-offs and the production schedule especially during holidays.)

JOB SUMMARY/ JOB DUTIES:
The Sanitation Technician is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing the process equipment to establish a clean environment for producing and packaging quality products. Ensures equipment and facility are effectively sanitized in accordance with established food manufacturing regulations and in compliance with government sanitation requirements.
 
Essential Job Duties:
•    Performs plant cleaning as prescribed by the Master Sanitation Schedule. Maintains general housekeeping in all areas of plant.
•    Utilizes powered cleaning equipment that may include powered lifts, scissors lifts, power washers, foam applicators, steamers, automatic compactors, motors and various non-mechanized equipment.
•    Demonstrates the ability to operate equipment such as floor jacks, trash compactor, and vacuum cleaner, floor scrubber in a safe and knowledgeable manner. 
•    Follows instructions for safe lifting and carrying various sizes, shapes, and weight of objects; identifies/reports defective equipment; reports all job-related injuries to management.
•    Disassembles and reassembles machines, pumps, bucket elevators, slurry equipment, filters and other processing equipment. 
•    Works independently, with no direct supervision in a high efficiency level.
•    Learns and performs proper Allergen Elimination Procedure.
•    Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection.  
•    Follows all applicable GMP's for the area in which he/she is assigned.  Maintains and uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with OSHA, plant defined GMP's, or when directed by a supervisor.
•    Participates in all necessary safety training, team development programs, and plant initiatives.
•    Reads (Safety Data Sheets) information and preparation and use chemical cleaning agents in a manner consistent with the manufacturer's recommendations. 
•    Assists departments in spill containment caused by various events.
•    Assists pest control technicians by noting and communicating pest activity.
•    Removes product debris to trash. 
•    Lock-out Tag-out and BBP (blood borne pathogens) trained.
•    Supports and participates Continuous Improvement initiatives including 5S (sort, set, shine, standardize, and sustain).
•    Collects recyclables and load into proper trailers.
•    Mixes and handles chemical concentrates.
•    May input chemical concentrates in to excel.
•    May Create/Update Standard Operating Procedures.
•    May perform other duties as required.
•    Mandatory overtime may be required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 
High School Diploma or GED and/or 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sitting: Seldom                Standing: Continuously            Walking: Continuously        
Driving: Seldom                Using hands: Continuously        Climbing: Frequently    
Stooping, Kneeling: Frequently        Talking, Hearing: Frequently        Tasting, Smelling: Occasionally        

Weight:
Up to 10 lbs.: Continuously        Up to 25 lbs.: Continuously        Up to