Sanitation Assistant Specialist - Days

Well Enterprises • Le Mars, IA

2d • $27 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of sanitation supervisors and specialists, this role is responsible for the manual cleaning of support equipment, operation of the COP process, and completing sanitation processes on schedule within the manufacturing facilities. The position requires adherence to company food quality and safety standards, as well as standard work and operating procedures. Work time is spent completing sanitation processes including support equipment, COP processes, and line work as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Minimum of 2 years solid and continuous work experience beyond an entry-level role required.
• Demonstrated stability in employment, limited unexplainable gaps in work history.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Demonstrated basic mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Quality-minded, conscientious, and self-motivated.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a diverse team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully communicate with others.
• Ability to stand for entire 10-12 hour shift required.
• Frequent squeezing of hands and squatting required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs required.
• Ability to work in wet, hot, and slippery conditions throughout 10-12 hour shift required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in industrial sanitation and/or chemical handling preferred.
• Experience leading people preferred; must demonstrate capability of providing direction to others.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively, appropriately, and respectfully with each member of the organization, emphasizing trust, integrity, and respect.
• Adhere to all safe work procedures and practices, proactively identify safety issues, and acknowledge both safe and unsafe behaviors. Adhere to applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Execute sanitation and/or COP processes, including breaking down, cleaning, and reassembly of general manufacturing or support equipment. Understand and effectively use all sanitation equipment and chemicals that support line sanitation. Perform established work practices (Standard Work/SOPs), Master Cleaning Schedule (MCS), Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), chemical titrations, and any associated documentation.
• Use sound decision-making skills in the execution of general sanitation duties based on company documented processes and procedures (SOPs, Standard Work, etc.).
• Assist in providing effective solutions to difficult problems by using logic and problem-solving skills. Develop critical thinking skills by looking beyond the obvious to contribute to finding the facts in support of defining the root cause of problems.
• Exhibit strong individual responsibility towards team metrics relating to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. Be responsible for personal development by utilizing all company-provided training, resources, programs, and experts.
• Training and development of workgroup members and new hires.

Benefits

• Starting rate of $27.42/hr with pay increases at 3 months, 6 months, and 12 months.
• Top rate of pay at 12 months is $30.46/hr.
• Comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO).
• Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED