SANITATION OPERATOR

Sanitation Operator151 Foods LLC - Bellmawr, NJ 08031Salary Range $18.00 - $18.75 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift All Education Level High SchoolDescriptionThe Sanitation Operator is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and food-safe environment within a commercial bakery production facility. This role ensures all equipment, production areas, and storage spaces meet food safety standards in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.Principal ResponsibilitiesSupport without hesitation General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes and are Priority #1.Required to learn, understand and follow all Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP's)Clean and sanitize production lines, mixers, ovens, conveyors, racks, and packaging equipment.Sweep, mop, and sanitize floors, walls, drains, and work surfacesDisassemble and reassemble bakery equipment for deep cleaningPerform daily, weekly, and monthly sanitation procedures according to Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS)Remove waste, dough scraps, and ingredient residue safely and efficientlyUse cleaning chemicals according to SDS guidelines and food safety standardsMaintain sanitation logs and documentation accuratelyPrepare equipment for production start-up after sanitationCompletes all tasks assigned by the Sanitation Supervisor/Lead as well as project work assigned by the Sanitation SupervisorMust be able to work independently to accomplish job tasksResponsible for following all safety procedures.Follows GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP, allergen and company food safety policiesIdentify and report maintenance and/or food safety concerns to supervisorsFollow all company Color Code proceduresKnow where emergency STOP and START/STOP buttons are locatedResponsible for learning and following all Lock Out / Tag Out procedures for machinesMust pass company forklift training class and maintain certificationMust complete chemical handling classPerform all special requests by Sanitation Manager, Sanitation Supervisor and Sanitation LeadKnowledge / SkillsHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredPrevious sanitation experience in food manufacturing or bakery environment preferredKnowledge of food safety standards (GMP, HACCP) is an assetAbility to safely handle industrial cleaning chemicalsStrong attention to detailAbility to work independently and in a team environmentMay require overnight, early morning, weekend, or holiday shiftsPhysical DemandsWork requires some physical strain such as long periods of standing and short periods of bending, climbing, and lifting overhead. Must be able to lift approximately 40 pounds over headWork EnvironmentWorking around powered equipment, slippery floors and dusty areas. Very hot conditions during summer seasons. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, loud equipment, and varying temperatures. Company issued protective clothing such as uniform, gloves and safety glasses are required. Every employee must wear slip resistant shoes to comply with our company safety policy.CertificationsMust pass company's Chemical Handling training.