Sanitation Porter

The Food Source International•Exton, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Porter is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized production facility. This includes routine sanitation of manufacturing equipment, warehouse, office areas, and common spaces, as well as supporting operational needs to ensure manufacturing activities are uninterrupted. This role supports compliance with all company policies, food safety protocols, and sanitation standards. Essential Functions: Perform daily sanitation and housekeeping tasks across the manufacturing facility Complete master sanitation schedule tasks, including cleaning of equipment, floors, racking, walls, and high-traffic areas Operate floor scrubbers, dispose of trash and cardboard, and maintain cleanliness of perimeter and dock areas Clean and maintain office areas, conference rooms, break rooms, and employee entrances Monitor and replenish sanitation supplies, including stock in Cintas cabinets Accurately complete sanitation logs and report concerns or issues to the supervisor Assist operations by supporting basic material movement and facility readiness tasks as needed Support weekly, quarterly, and annual sanitation and light maintenance activities Maintain awareness of food safety and plant safety standards, and follow all related guidelines Participate in maintaining a safe, hazard-free workplace by removing debris and reporting issues Follow all applicable regulations and internal procedures including: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) HACCP, Food Defense, Allergen Control, Kosher and Organic requirements OSHA workplace safety standards Perform other duties related to operations, warehousing, or food manufacturing as assigned Familiarity with food safety and sanitation practices in manufacturing environments Understanding of basic OSHA standards and workplace safety expectations Experience operating floor scrubbers and sanitation equipment Forklift and pallet jack experience or certification preferred Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus Note: This job description is not intended to cover all duties, responsibilities, or activities. Duties may change or be assigned at any time without prior notice. Denotes food safety responsibilities

Requirements

Familiarity with food safety and sanitation practices in manufacturing environments
Understanding of basic OSHA standards and workplace safety expectations
Experience operating floor scrubbers and sanitation equipment
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
GED or High School Diploma
Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 55 lbs., with or without assistance
Ability to push or pull drums and sanitation equipment using mechanical aids or other tools
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and occasional ladder climbing
Ability to work in a climate-controlled facility (68-72F year-round)
Ability to operate industrial cleaning equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks, and related tools
Routine exposure to production and warehouse environments
Personal protective equipment (PPE), uniforms, and safety training are provided
Skills in basic OSHA, Food Safety (GMPs), and fast-paced manufacturing environments.
Floor scrubber operation
Verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Forklift and pallet jack experience or certification preferred
Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus
Experience in food or ingredient manufacturing environments preferred
Exposure to cGMP, FDA, or USDA-regulated environments is a plus!
Forklift and pallet jack experience or license a plus

Responsibilities

Perform daily sanitation and housekeeping tasks across the manufacturing facility
Complete master sanitation schedule tasks, including cleaning of equipment, floors, racking, walls, and high-traffic areas
Operate floor scrubbers, dispose of trash and cardboard, and maintain cleanliness of perimeter and dock areas
Clean and maintain office areas, conference rooms, break rooms, and employee entrances
Monitor and replenish sanitation supplies, including stock in Cintas cabinets
Accurately complete sanitation logs and report concerns or issues to the supervisor
Assist operations by supporting basic material movement and facility readiness tasks as needed
Support weekly, quarterly, and annual sanitation and light maintenance activities
Maintain awareness of food safety and plant safety standards, and follow all related guidelines
Participate in maintaining a safe, hazard-free workplace by removing debris and reporting issues
Follow all applicable regulations and internal procedures including: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) HACCP, Food Defense, Allergen Control, Kosher and Organic requirements OSHA workplace safety standards
Perform other duties related to operations, warehousing, or food manufacturing as assigned