About The Position

The Sanitation Operator cleans and sanitizes food-processing equipment and related environmental surfaces in accordance with company standards and applicable health laws. The role uses sanitation equipment and includes setting up and operating machines assigned to production areas. Team members must complete lockout/tagout training, which is provided upon hire, and may be rotated between areas or rooms as required. Other duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

  • Six months of experience in sanitation of food-processing equipment.
  • Must be able to work nights and weekends.
  • Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
  • Must be able to work in a cold, wet, and humid environment.
  • Must be able to stand for the entire shift.
  • Must perform repetitive bending, lifting, twisting, turning, and reaching at high and low levels frequently.
  • Must observe required hygiene and safety procedures at all times.

Responsibilities

  • Remove product and materials from assigned areas.
  • Pre-rinse assigned areas thoroughly, working from top to bottom.
  • Apply chemicals and soaps to equipment and machinery, working from bottom to top.
  • Complete a thorough final rinse and check the area for needed corrections.
  • Clean production processing areas according to company and USDA standards.
  • Replace sanitation materials in their proper places when finished.
  • Set up and operate machines assigned to production areas.
  • Remove and replace blades, belts, hopper buckets, pans, and other components.
  • Disassemble equipment daily for proper cleaning.
  • Clean floors and drains and empty inedible material and trash into compactors or combos.
  • Periodically clean communal areas, including cafeterias, restrooms, and offices, by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, removing trash, and cleaning tables.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management, including a Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
  • Follow required hygiene and safety procedures.
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