Sanitarian Step 1

Job Description

Job Description

EMPLOYMENT IS CONTINGENT UPON COMPLETING AND PASSING PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

The Sanitarian is responsible for most of the janitorial tasks at the plant and facility focusing on pest control. The Sanitarian performs their duties to ensure a safe and clean environment. This position shares responsibility for maintaining Pasta Montana’s food safety, quality, and legality program under the BRC guidelines.

Pasta Montana team members are expected to maintain a positive work atmosphere through communication and behaving in a manner that is courteous and respectful to all customers, vendors, contractors, co-workers, leads and management. Pasta Montana team members are also expected to have on-time, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance and must always be aware and pay attention to their surroundings.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Performs duties as trained by the Sanitation Floater and/or Maintenance Project Lead and as outlined in the Equipment Design and Sanitation Procedure in a safe and timely manner.

1. Able to perform duties in a high temperature and high humidity environment (85 to 160 degrees Fahrenheit and 35-75% humidity).

1. Must be able to perform duties in high, tight, cramped, and dark spaces (cannot be afraid of heights, afraid of enclosed spaces or afraid of the dark).

1. Understands and correctly follows cleaning procedures, techniques, mixing, labeling and usage of chemicals, proper/correct operation of hand and power tools, and proper/correct use and maintenance of personal protective equipment.

1. Responsible for working efficiently and effectively as an individual as well as with co-workers and all other departments.

1. Able to multi-task efficiently.

1. Able to comprehend and follow precise directions correctly.

1. Follows all food safety requirements including Good Manufacturing (GMPs), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), British Retail Consortium (BRC) and Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI).

1. Applies knowledge and training to recognize and trouble-shoot problems.

1. Assists in the training of new employees.

1. Maintains a safe, organized, and clean work area and environment.

1. Communicates efficiently and effectively with all co-workers and departments.

1. Strives for Continuous Improvement.

1. Maintains equipment: proper usage, cleanliness, storage, and accountability.

1. Performs other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Project Lead and Maintenance Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Experience: Prior plant or commercial sanitation experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to learn and apply detailed procedures for cleaning and sanitizing, and applications of a variety of chemicals. Good time management skills. Able to operate a variety of hand tools, including high pressure air hoses, squeegees, scrapers, and scrubbers. Understanding of personnel and safety standards. Able to work and communicate effectively in a team setting or as an individual in a highly dynamic environment. Able to learn, troubleshoot and multi-task. Ability to use computer automated systems and software. Must be trainable, teachable, reliable, honest, trustworthy, and motivated.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reaching Frequent Crouching Frequent

Kneeling Frequent Bending Frequent

Standing Frequent ~ up to 7 hours Grasping Frequent ~ grasping/gripping

Twisting Frequent ~ trunk rotation to each side (mopping/sweeping)

Lifting Frequent ~ up to 35lbs Crawling Occasional

Push/Pull Occasional ~ up to 50lbs Stairs Occasional

Walking Frequent ~ up to 7 hours Sitting Occasional

Carrying Occasional ~ up to 35lbs x 15 ft

Ladder Occasional ~ including balancing on ladder to perform tasks

Telephone Yes Computer Screen Yes

Manual Dexterity Yes

Must be able to work an extended shift. Must be able to work all shifts. Must be able to climb ladders, operate a man lift, work around running equipment and in high places. Must be able to distinguish color and odor. Works in plant with temperatures up to 160 degrees, relative humidity up to 70%, and machinery noise (hearing protection is OSHA required).