Sanitation Associate

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Sanitation - Food Manufacturing - 2nd Shift Full Time Service Worker Orrville, OH, US 2 days ago Requisition ID: 12657 Salary Range: $21.79 To $24.21 Annually Prairie Farms is a farmer-o wned dairy cooperative , founded in 1938 by Illinois dairy farmers. It represents over 600 independent family farms and produces a wide range of dairy and food products, including milk, cheese, ice cream, and yogurt. The company is committed to quality, sustainability, and community support, with a goal of returning value to its farmer-owners and operating with integrity. Overview The Production Clean-up position is in our sanitation department. This position is responsible for ensuring optimum quality products through completing proper cleanup and sanitation tasks by following regulatory standards, ensuring the product and process are both clean and sanitized. 401(k) with matching Vacation & Personal Days Tuition Reimbursement Wellness Prem ium Discount & Wellness Bank Reimbursement Program Employee Assistance Program Job Description: Perform basic housekeeping including sanitation of production equipment and facilities including floors, walls, ceiling, air vents, lights, etc. Complete basic preventive maintenance of gaskets, seals, O rings, plates, etc., on all product contact surfaces as needed by the Master Sanitation Schedule. Complete record keeping items such as, but not limited to, identifying proper cleaning cycle times, temperatures, chemical concentrations, flow and pressure on Citec trend screens. Test and record cleaning processes and sanitizer concentrations. Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures. Analyze process data and equipment performance data to troubleshoot and improve quality. Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes. Follow Good Manufacturing Practices. Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area. Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc. Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area. Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately. Perform other duties as assigned. Skills and Abilities Required: Must be responsible for quality work. Must have aptitude and ability to do mechanical fundamental and trouble shooting Experience within the dairy, food and beverage industry preferred. Must be able to able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb and crouch a majority of the day. Must be able to lift up to 61 pounds on a regular basis. Must be able to work in a wet environment with exposure to cleaning chemicals. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED preferred; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or, equivalent combination of education and experience. Days and Hours: or Expected Work Schedule Typically, Monday- Friday Start Times vary upon position (Multiple shifts available) Start Time may vary based on production schedule Saturday and Sunday as required with days off during the week, not guaranteed consecutive days off Saturdays and Sundays will be required during ice cream season Overtime required EEO Statement Prairie Farms Dairy Inc is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the company. #J-18808-Ljbffr