Sanitation Specialist

Sunset•Madison, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Specialist is responsible for maintaining a hygienic environment within the facility, operating equipment safely, and handling cleaning chemicals according to guidelines. This role involves cleaning and sanitizing greenhouse equipment, monitoring sanitation procedures, and ensuring adequate supplies. The specialist will also train employees, clean various areas of the facility, and perform other duties as assigned, including acting as a back-up housekeeper and assisting in other departmental areas. Personal protective equipment must be worn as required for each task.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
One to three-year(s) experience in the sanitation field
Understand company specific job-related applications of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Understand job specific applications of GMPs
Understands and applies proper cleaning and sanitizing practices
Understand company Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures
Understand basic operational and preventive maintenance of dispensers
Must be able to work independently and follow instructions as given

Responsibilities

Maintains sanitation washroom in a hygienic condition.
Operates all equipment safely and according to established guidelines.
Handles and mixes cleaning and sanitizing chemicals as prescribed on manufacturer’s label.
Cleans and sanitizes greenhouse equipment in a manner that protects against contamination of tomatoes and tomato plants.
Monitors, collects and reports Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures and all other HACCP pre-requisite programs as required.
Monitors equipment and supplies to properly support the completion of departmental tasks.
Trains and supports departmental and non-departmental employees when necessary.
Cleans pack-house, cooler, and common area floors daily.
Performs scheduled cleaning of pack-house.
Removes broken glass in accordance with procedure.
Maintains cut glove inventory daily by sorting and stocking.
Cleans and drains dumpsters as needed.
Provide support as back-up housekeeper as needed.
Trains and supports departmental and non-departmental employees as needed.
Cross-train and assist in other areas of the department as needed.
Performs other duties as needed.
Wears all necessary personal protective equipment required for each task.