Sanitation Associate

Sanitation Worker

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the sanitation worker's position is primarily responsible for sanitizing/cleaning the production facility, cheese racks and production equipment according to the company's procedures. In addition, this position should have a basic understanding of the equipment and equipment's function along with chemical application awareness and can perform basic equipment breakdowns.

Essential Functions:

• Sanitizing and cleaning areas of the production area.
• Daily washing of cheese racks.
• Must be able to lift less/more than 40 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to twist, squat and reach above shoulder level.
• Must be able to work effectively in a team-based environment set priorities and to meet deadlines.
• Maintain all necessary equipment and tools.
• Start and stop machinery to ensure appropriate cleaning is completed per GMP standards.

• Ability to be able to work quickly/ accurately and to concentrate over a long period of time.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment, by complying with rules, regulations and procedures, following GMP guidelines.
• Sound knowledge about safety measures.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Skills:

• Must be able to work effectively in a team-based environment, set priorities to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks and make decisions under pressure.
• Previous manufacturing and/or food production experience if preferable.
• Ability to work with others in a fast-paced team environment.
• Excellent ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to effectively understand and follow a variety of guidelines and work procedures (including health, safety, hygiene and sanitation)
• Prioritize and organize workload.

The Gellert Global Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.