Sanitation Technician

Sanitation Technician

Bridor USA is seeking a dedicated, reliable and experienced Sanitation Technician to join our team in Vineland, NJ. The primary responsibility of this position is to clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, and facilities to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for food production. This role is critical in maintaining product quality and food safety standards. This position will also function as a Housekeeper on their assigned line and shift.

Key Responsibilities:

• Dismantle, clean, and sanitize production equipment, tools, and facilities using appropriate chemicals and tools
• Ensure that all cleaning and sanitation tasks comply with established procedures
• Wash and sanitize various parts and tools within the sanitation area
• Use the appropriate chemicals and cleaning agents for different areas of the facility
• Clean plant workspaces, including areas between production lines, storage areas, warehouses, sanitation zones, and assigned line housekeeping areas
• Maintain cleaning tools and sanitation equipment (scrubbers, vacuum cleaners, etc.)
• Perform housekeeping duties on assigned production line and shift
• Instruct plant workers on the proper chemicals to use during plant shutdowns
• Advise plant workers on required personal protective equipment (PPE) when using chemicals
• Ensure correct concentrations of cleaning chemicals and sanitizers are used
• Operate motorized equipment to clean plant floors
• Participate in training and mentoring new employees
• Follow all facility rules and procedures, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety protocols
• Complete tasks as directed by the Sanitation Supervisor, Production Supervisor, or Quality Supervisor

Job Requirements:

Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Punctual and reliable for scheduled job assignments
• Strong initiative and organizational skills

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of and adherence to safety, health, environmental, and company rules
• Understanding of and ability to follow GMPs and HACCP standards
• Familiarity with BRC requirements

Knowledge & Other Requirements:

• Ability to read, write, and count in Spanish; English is a plus
• Knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and the ability to read them
• Ability to handle and use chemicals safely
• Ability to move/transport boxes weighing up to 40 pounds
• Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing tasks
• Ability to work in noisy and cold environments, and environments with flour
• Ability to work in confined spaces at varying temperatures, both hot and cold, to complete cleaning assignments
• Ability to ascend/descend ladders and stairs for cleaning assignments

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required
• Previous experience in sanitation and chemical handling is a must

Working Conditions:

• Location: Onsite at 2260 Industrial Way, Vineland, NJ 08360
• Work Schedule: Must be available for any 3-day shift rotation (example: MondayWednesday or ThursdaySunday), day or night shift, depending on production needs
• Work Hours: 3648 hour work week, 12-hour shifts as required by production schedule
• Pay Rate: $23.50 per hour

Availability Requirement:

• Must be available for any 3-day shift schedule (including weekend rotations), either day or night shift, depending on production and line requirements