Sanitation Technician

Overview The Sanitation Technician is responsible for supporting the Company's sanitation food safety program by focusing on proper cleaning and sanitizing of plant equipment and building in a manner that meets and complies with all food safety policies, FDA and OSHA regulations. Job Responsibilities • Perform basic wash area duties including running a pan washer, cleaning utensils by hand when needed, etc.; • Perform basic machine disassembly/setup for cleaning (e.g., covers, piping, cover electrical with plastic); • Complete cleaning tasks per Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs); • Recognize and address equipment needing deep cleaning; • Properly use chemicals to perform cleaning tasks effectively and safely; • Perform basic janitorial duties (e.g., emptying garbage, sweeping, stocking supplies, cleaning restrooms, break rooms and common areas); • Report employee safety, food safety, and quality concerns to appropriate personnel; • Comply with all employee safety/food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures; • Perform other required tasks as assigned. Job Requirements • High School Diploma or GED preferred; • Minimum one year working in a food plant as a sanitor cleaning equipment/machines preferred but not required; • Basic knowledge of pre-rinse/wash/rinse/sanitize steps; • Basic knowledge of top-down washing sequence for proper food safety; • Basic knowledge of sanitation chemical usage; • Basic knowledge of lock out/tag out programs; • Ability to learn how to clean all plant lines; • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a team to complete assigned tasks; • Regular and predictable attendance and available to work weekends during peak periods.