Certified Sanitation Team Member - 3rd Shift

Winland Foods•Buckner, KY

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Winland Foods is hiring a Certified Sanitation Team Member for its production group in Buckner, Kentucky. The role supports a safe, clean, and high-performing production environment by carrying out sanitation activities, helping production employees, and ensuring the facility meets food safety and quality standards. The team member works in partnership with the Sanitation Supervisor and models teamwork, respect, and accountability. The schedule is 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. on a monthly rotating schedule determined by management. The work location is 1 Quality Place, Buckner, KY 40010. Pay is $24.02 per hour, based on experience and other qualifications, plus a $1.00 shift differential. Duties may be expanded as management deems necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.
Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.
Commitment to following company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and others regarding work matters, mostly conducted in English; understand and respond to oral communications, understand written and safety information, and communicate in writing as needed.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Positive attitude, dependability, self-motivation, willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed, strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently, push heavy loads, stand and walk for extended periods and up to 90% of the shift, and climb as needed.
Ability to perform tasks involving frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills, 20/20 corrected vision, normal hearing, near and far visual acuity, some color perception, and full range of hand and arm movement.
Ability to work in exposure conditions that may include wet and humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high areas, fumes, airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical risks, and vibrations, depending on assigned area.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of work experience in manufacturing or food production sanitation is preferred.
For advanced levels: proficiency in MII and WE systems and ability to interpret line huddle measures to resolve issues.
For advanced levels: ability to lead projects, identify skill gaps, support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision, and provide progressively greater training, guidance, and feedback to team members.

Responsibilities

Assist with routine and non-routine plant sanitation activities and ensure equipment is clean and food safe.
Perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance on sanitation equipment.
Follow plant policies for placing materials on hold and collecting retention samples.
Assist with chemical inventory control using FIFO practices.
Communicate sanitation results to other plant teams.
Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies; maintain facility cleanliness and sanitation.
Recommend improvements to plant cleanliness and sanitation effectiveness.
Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
Provide backup coverage for multiple roles, share knowledge with peers, and support training.
Assist with SOP development and training, and facilitate cross-departmental collaboration.
Prepare accurate written documentation, participate in 5S efforts, and assist in reviewing sanitation paperwork.
Work with supervisors and the team to develop solutions to issues and act as the 5S champion for the area.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and immediately report food safety or quality issues to management.
Wear required PPE and adhere to safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out and safe lifting techniques.