MFG Sani Clerk - Night

Northgate Gonzalez Markets•Irvine, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Clerk Night position is responsible for maintaining the plant's food contact and non-food contact surfaces, as well as all equipment, in pristine and optimum conditions throughout the shift. This role executes the Company's GMP program, adheres strictly to its policies, and under the direction of Quality Assurance, implements food safety and quality assurance programs. Working under the guidance of the Sanitation Manager, the clerk develops, implements, and executes all Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs). They also assist Quality Assurance in implementing and monitoring USDA pre-requisite requirements such as Listeria, allergens, and traceability. The role involves using sanitation chemicals according to Company safety and sanitation guidelines, wearing appropriate safety gear, and ensuring others do as well. Immediate reporting of any deviation or policy failure is required. The clerk is responsible for the proper and safe disassembly, cleaning, rinsing, sanitizing, and re-assembly of all equipment according to SSOP guidelines.

Requirements

Must have basic Food Handlers certification.
Basic knowledge on Food manufacturing, processing and sanitation.
Ability to understand and effectively communicate the daily pre-operational inspections and constant sanitation of plant.
Must be able to work in a team environment.
Must be able to follow up direction.
Must have a very strong Customer service commitment.
Must be able to lift 30 Lbs. frequently and 40 Lbs. occasionally; stand, reach, climb, and lift frequently.
Must be able work with others and coordinate cross-contamination prevention with co-workers.
Must work with minimum supervision.
Must have an excellent attendance record, reliable and flexible when seasonal work is occasionally required.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to read and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Nice To Haves

Spanish speaking a plus.

Responsibilities

Assists in the execution of the Company’s General Manufacturing Practices, (GMP) policies & procedures.
Assists in the execution of all Sanitation Standard Operational Procedures, (SSOP’S).
Assists Quality Assurance in the implementation and execution of HACCP.
Performs the correct dilution ratios of all cleaning chemicals.
Ensures that all chemicals always are locked and secured in a previously assigned place.
Responsible for his safety and the safety of his Peers.
Always executes the Lock-out / Tag out program.
Ensures that always wear the correct safety gear to perform the job and that all sanitation personnel wear it as well and reports any deviation of policy.
Assists QA and Sanitation Manager in executing the correct pre-operational inspection and having the plant ready for USDA inspection in time.
Works closely with Sanitation leadership, production associates and QA in preventing potential cross-contamination situations.
Helps maintain a safe work environment by properly following the IIPP (Injury Illness Prevention Programs).
Completes sanitation log records in a daily basis, as per QA directive.
Works closely with Maintenance department to prevent water-related damage in processing equipment.
Works closely with Quality Assurance department in the execution of the Pest Control program.
Promote health and safety in the workplace.
Assists in maintaining plant in optimum and pristine sanitation condition.
Display good work ethic, resourcefulness, and organization.
Reports immediately any malfunction issues and/or missing equipment parts as well as any damaged equipment while performing the daily tasks.
Strictly follows weekly working schedule provided by Sanitation Leadership Team.
Responsible for taking scheduled breaks in a timely manner, as per Company’s policy.
Leads by example in the use of proper uniform and work gear.
Ensures that all sanitation records & formats are properly filled as per Quality Assurance guidelines.
Strictly executes the lock out / tag out program, as per Company’s policy.
Performs proper equipment prep prior to wash down.
Assists Sanitation Leadership team in managing water consumption in Plant.
Avoids use of excess water throughout the Plant.
Performs the SSOP training manual in EACH piece of equipment and it’s daily execution.
Help maintain peripherical areas of plant in acceptable sanitary conditions such as associate’s restrooms, locker rooms and break rooms.
Help maintain the trash area outside the plant in proper sanitary conditions.
Leads by example in maintaining an exceptional GMP program in his/her person, team, and workplace.
Keeps chemical cage area always locked.