Sanitation Technician

Plant Maintenance Worker To maintain the cleanliness of the physical plant and equipment, including the building structure and process equipment on assigned shift. Follows all sanitation processes in compliance with all company, local, state, and federal food sanitation standards. Follows all Compliance Management System procedures (CMS's). Ensures compliance for work documentation while nurturing a positive team environment on shift. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for performing tasks as described and assigned by the Quality Manager. Responsible for the cleanliness of the physical plant and equipment to be audit ready every day. Must be able to multi-task with minimal supervision. Must work as a team player, ensuring cleaning specifications are achieved and in a safe and efficient manner. Communicate well with other team members. Assist in other areas as assigned by Quality Manager Must follow Company's GMP's, CMS's, SOP's, plant rules, other policies, and codes of conduct. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions. Complies with sanitation and housekeeping operations in accordance with cGMP's, SOP's and HACCP policies and procedures. Must follow line-specific cleaning and sanitation instructions. Follow sanitation procedures for proper chemical solutions use, and proper concentrations so that it is not harmful to workers or equipment. Duties and Day-to-Day Responsibilities, but not limited to the following: General housekeeping in warehouse and office areas (taking out trash, cleaning bathrooms, sweeping, and mopping of the floors, cleaning up any messes or spills). Keeps the building's interior and exterior clean and orderly. Follows all safety procedures and participate in safety training. Maintains safe and efficient use of equipment, tools, and PPE. Reports any injury, accident, or unsafe condition immediately to supervisor. Follows all GMPs (Good Manufacturing Processes). Supports, and comply with all quality management systems, continuous improvement programs, food safety, employee safety, preventative maintenance programs. Follows all company policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned. Behavior Competencies: To perform the job successfully, the individual must demonstrate the following competencies: Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in-group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Work Environment: Manufacturing environment. Standing for long periods of time. Job responsibilities can require working variable hours and some weekends Ability to perform in a fast-paced operation that can run 24/7. May be required to work in other departments. Performs other duties as required and directed.