Food Plant Sanitation Technician

Food Plant Sanitation TechnicianPay: $18.00 - $20.00 an hour + bonuses.Schedule: Monday - Friday with occasional weekendsBenefits & Perks:15 (120 hours) Days Paid Time Off Annually6 Paid Company Holidays Annually4% Company Match- 401k Retirement PlansMedical Benefits Plans & Health/Flex Saving AccountsDental, Vision, and Disability InsuranceJacksons & Extra Mile store discounts(15% off purchases, $.20 cents off fuel- per gallon)Annual $5,250 Tuition ReimbursementScholarship and Financial Assistance ProgramsOn Demand Pay & Pay-cards$500 Employee Referral BonusUp to $1,300 a year in performance bonusesAnnual Merit Pay IncreasesAbout Capitol: At Capitol Kitchen, we do more than just provide great food. We cultivate a work environment that listens to our team members, nurtures potential, embraces diversity, and values innovative thinking. As a leader in the Food Manufacturing industry, we know that the key to our success is based on the commitment to excellence displayed by our team members.Job Responsibilities: As a Food Plant Sanitation Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the cleanliness and sanitation of all equipment, facilities, and production areas within a food manufacturing plant. Your primary responsibility is to execute sanitation protocols to prevent contamination, maintain hygiene standards, and comply with food safety regulations. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to strict protocols, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation.Maintain cleaning and sanitation following the company Master Sanitation Program.Utilize chemicals and cleaning agents to clean and sanitize processing area walls, floors, and equipment.Utilize refuse and sanitation tools properly and safely.Removal of debris from the processing area.Communicate chemicals supply levels to management.Maintain plant safety.Clean and maintain sanitation equipment.Work independently with minimal supervision.Provide back-up support for other duties as needed.Become certified as an electric pallet jack operator and scissor lift operator.Perform other duties as assigned.Working Conditions: This role requires a significant amount of movement to meet sanitation standards. The position will require general physical movements such as frequent walking, standing, lifting, bending, twisting, and reaching. Environmental conditions include cold, wet, allergen, noise, fumes / chemical / odor exposure from raw materials and sanitation chemicals.Qualifications:Sanitation experience in warehouse, kitchen, or plant a plus.Ability to use industrial-strength chemicals.Ability to understand and demonstrate safety procedures.Ability to push or pull heavy equipment.Ability to demonstrate excellent work habits in line with good manufacturing practices (GMP).Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions.Ability to communicate effectively.Must read, write and speak fluent EnglishBilingual a plusAbility to lift 50 lbs.Basic math skillsData interpretation skillsCapitol Distributing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and will ensure applicants and employees are given equal opportunities in employment and contracting activities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.