Sanitation Specialist

Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream•Fort Wayne, IN

9d•$26•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Specialist is responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitary environment throughout the factory, adhering to strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Master Sanitation schedules. This role involves a wide range of cleaning and sanitizing duties, including sensory rooms, storage areas, production lines, restrooms, cafeterias, and various warehouse and outdoor areas. The specialist will also manage inventory of cleaning supplies, handle chemicals safely, and perform minor repairs to equipment and dispensers. Effective communication, adherence to safety protocols, and a commitment to quality are essential for success in this fast-paced role.

Requirements

Understand verbal and written instructions in English.
Must follow safety rules and procedures including the wearing of safety PPE where appropriate.
Must observe Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Tulare Operations Center policies.
Must be able to move around, to and from one’s designated work area on concrete and dairy brick surfaces which are often uneven, wet, and slippery.
Must be able to work in a wet environment.
Must be able to grip/use a low-pressure hot water hose/nozzle (80-100 lbs. of pressure) for 30 minutes to 1-hour periods.
Lift up to 60 lbs. (material boxes, equipment, parts) from floor level to a height of 3 to 4 feet high.
Use various hand tools for cleaning and equipment repair/replacement, including floor scrubbers and wet/dry shop-vacs.
Must be able to climb and descend ladders.
Work in temperatures ranging from 35° F - 100° F (depending on time of year) inside and outside the factory.
Must possess the ability to understand verbal and written safety and chemical handling instructions.
Must be able to hold manual dexterity and strength to operate a high-pressure hose and use tools in equipment disassembly and reassembly.
Must work autonomously with limited supervision and be results driven.
Ability to troubleshoot and repair minor mechanical issues (use of basic tools).
Must manage time responsibly to complete assigned tasks on a regular schedule.
Ability to work side by side with Production and Quality to resolve issues and make improvements.
Work cross-shifts when necessary for business-needs purposes.
Follows all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and good housekeeping practices.
Use of appropriate personal protective equipment including steel-toed shoes, face shield, hearing protection, etc.
Follows correct Lock Out, Tag Out (LOTO) policy and procedures where needed.
Never places any body parts in moving machinery or hazardous materials.
Reports and follows up to ensure that safety items are resolved within the factory.
Follows proper lifting techniques and ergonomics.
Performs safety checks on E-stops, pull-cords and eye wash stations.
Ensures that all guards are in place on equipment where required.
Uses correct chemicals in proper applications.
Organizes all chemicals, tools, etc. in designated locations in the restrooms and chemical warehouse.
Never compromises on food safety and always complies with all applicable regulatory requirements.
Reports quality concerns to direct Supervisor and Quality Assurance Department.
Takes action(s) to avoid spills when using chemicals to avoid water pollution.
Disposes of empty containers appropriately when using liquid cleaning chemicals and granular type cleaners. Containers must be triple rinsed.
Mixes chemicals only when specified to avoid unnecessary air pollution, chemical reactions and potential safety incidents.
Disposes of waste appropriately, after approval from Safety, Health and Environmental team. Recycles materials when possible.
Avoids allowing chemical residue to flow down to the floor drains and files reports when/if they do.
Contacts Environmental Personnel or Facilities when there is a chemical spill to assist in the immediate cleanup of the spill.
Understands all environmental, safety, and hazard (HAZCOM) aspects of the position and follows standard procedures related to these as outlined on the SHE sheet.
Work every scheduled day and arrive at workstation before the scheduled start time.
Communicate effectively with various support groups, supervisors, and team members as assigned.
Detect and understand warning lights, buzzers, alarms, or instruments indicating hazardous conditions or circumstances which may cause equipment or product loss and physical harm.
Must be able to climb and descend ladders. Working at heights certified for overhead cleaning and hose repair.

Nice To Haves

Chemical handling, CIP Sanitation and Janitorial experience preferred.
Inventory control/handling preferred.
People skills and training skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize Sensory Room after sessions.
Maintain stock levels of supplies and PPE in the Storage Room, Production Line bins, and cabinets.
Ensure lint rollers are maintained throughout the factory.
Maintain soaps and sanitizers in all Hand-Wash stations and clean surrounding areas.
Scrub assigned drains, removing debris to prevent overflow.
Clean and sanitize assigned areas according to the Master Sanitation schedule.
Maintain production floor and drain brushes, adhering to the factory color code policy.
Dispose of waste, plastic, cardboard, and other items in proper bins.
Empty aerosol can dispensers as needed.
Adhere to the drain cleaning schedule as part of the Master Sanitation program, wearing appropriate PPE.
Maintain, repair, and replace paper towel dispensers, especially at production floor entrances.
Replenish hand sanitizers when empty and repair or replace them as needed.
Remove damaged equipment and items from the factory floor and dispose of them appropriately.
Sanitize flat surfaces throughout the factory, including office tables, countertops, break room areas, electrical panels, and operator desks.
Maintain an accurate min/max inventory of cleaning and factory equipment, materials, tools, and supplies.
Work with Production and Quality departments to address environmental issues.
Ensure unauthorized associates do not tamper with chemicals in the chemical room.
Maintain all chemical jugs/spray bottles, ensuring they are correctly labeled.
Maintain cleanliness of Men's/Women's locker rooms, including toilets, stalls, sinks, and trash bins.
Clean main factory restrooms, front office restrooms, North Warehouse restrooms, and Quality Lab.
Sweep and mop locker room floors, dust lockers and flat surfaces.
Conduct monthly deep cleaning of locker rooms.
Dust overhead piping and clean vents in locker rooms as assigned.
Maintain cleanliness of the Cafeteria area, including wiping tables, disposing of trash, sweeping/mopping floors, and cleaning microwave and sink areas.
Conduct weekly cleaning of the Maintenance boiler room, Maintenance shop, sink, behind cabinets, and overheads.
Conduct weekly cleaning of the Electrical room, including dusting and wiping down panels.
Conduct weekly cleaning of the Maintenance Frigo room, including main panels and floor.
Conduct weekly cleaning of the Factory Parts Warehouse, including dusting shelves and disposing of waste.
Conduct daily cleaning of the Northwest and Northeast warehouses, including white lines and main driveways.
Conduct weekly cleaning of roof walkway areas pertaining to production.
Conduct regular cleaning of the Blackstone Street parking lot using an assigned blower.
Conduct daily floor cleaning with Floor Scrubbers in main production areas, receiving, and shipping areas.
Maintain factory hot water hoses, repairing and replacing leaks.
Conduct regular perimeter walks with supervisor to ensure the outside of the factory is presentable.
Perform other tasks as assigned.