Sanitation Skilled - 1st Shift (B Crew)

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Portland, IN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Skilled Laborer is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the plant in accordance with Master Cleaning Schedule. Sanitarian Worker will be required to disassemble/reassemble equipment and machinery prior to cleaning, use hazardous chemicals on daily basis, use high pressure sprayer to clean equipment, perform dry pick-up of all inedible material on machines and floors, and complete any additional tasks deemed necessary to complete sanitation process. ATTN Team Members: This position is slated for team members who are currently working at this facility or complex only. Team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner.

Requirements

COMPLETED LOCKOUT/TAGOUT AND CHEMICAL TRAINING REQUIRED within first week; must complete scissor lift within first two weeks.
Must be able to perform the Sanitation Laborer Training Checklist job tasks within expected training period.
Must be able to follow direction and stay on task with little supervision.
Must be able to safety operate scissor lift, hand jack, and other industrial equipment.
Must be able to read and understand the Sanitation SOP’s, manuals, and related documentation as written.
Must be able to read and write.
Must be able to tolerate heights up to 70 ft off the ground and move objects of 100 lbs. using mechanical device.
Must be able to work variable shifts of up to twelve (12) hour days including weekends and holidays.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Team Member will flex wrists and hands.
The Team Member will walk and stand on cement floor for long periods of time.
The Team Member will bend, twist, and lift.
Must be willing and able to lift up to 35-50 lbs. on a frequent basis.
Must be able to move heavy objects (100 lbs.) with mechanical device.
More than four (4) attendance points
Active written warning within the last three (3) months
Written warning with suspension within the last six (6) months
Less than six months in current position (unless promotional position).
Team Members hired into part time positions are not eligible to bid on promotional positions and/or transfers for a period of 6 months.
TM WILL HAVE A FIVE (5) DAY TRIAL PERIOD IN POSITION; after the five-day period, TM must remain in position, bid on promotional position (not guaranteed), or demote by completing a Status Change Form, notifying HR, and being transferred to any available GPW position. If self-demote, TM will be placed on a six (6) month “freeze” in which he/she cannot bid on any other positions. This applies as soon as TM accepts position in WD. If you do not want position once it is offered, please DECLINE position in WD.

Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness of production areas utilizing various tools and chemicals
Disassemble/reassemble some equipment/machinery to ensure areas are sanitized
Follow all safety/quality processes and department operation standards
Operate high pressure hose, air wand, and various chemicals to clean and sanitize production equipment per required specifications
Perform checks on equipment to ensure all areas properly cleaned and sanitized
Communicate any issues/concerns to direct lead, supervisor, and/or manager in timely manner
Promptly respond and professionally communicate to supervisors and colleagues requests for sanitation services
Complete paperwork/documentation as required
Maintain cleanliness/organization of sanitation areas, lockers, chemical rooms, etc.
Notify Supervisor and/or QA of contamination concerns
Adhere to all safety policies and operate equipment in a safe manner
Monitor and report any wear and tear on equipment in timely manner
Follow company policies/procedures written or verbal
Performs all other tasks as assigned