Sanitation Technician

AFB International•Aurora, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs routine and functional cleaning and sanitizing activities in the production areas in the Aurora facility to maintain a clean and orderly condition. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. May perform the duties below personally, or through subordinates.

Requirements

Reliability with a strong work ethic and excellent attendance.
Production or manufacturing experience experience a plus.
Ability to regularly lift 55lbs and stand for extended periods, climbing, working at heights, and confined spaces in a semi-dusty environment.
High school diploma or equivalent or successful completion of a company administered basic skills assessment.
Must pass preemployment screens including background and drug screen.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to follow instructions and procedures related to tasks.
Knowledge of safety practices applicable to manufacturing environments and ability to follow designated safety procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend safety data sheets and hazard warnings associated with cleaning chemicals.
Ability to maintain accurate records relating to jobs as they are planned performed and completed.
Skill to use electronic means for recording data.
Ability to carry out arduous tasks

Nice To Haves

1+yr of experience in sanitation

Responsibilities

Performs activities related to plant sanitation following proper procedures and schedules.
Maintains documentation for all cleaning and sanitation activities, including chemical concentrations, ATP swab data, follow-up cleaning to environmental swabbing.
Accounts for time associated with labor and supplies needed to perform tasks.
Follows all safety and GMP requirements associated with cleaning activities, wears required personal protective equipment as required, follows lockout/tag out, electrical safety and confined space procedures as required.
Ensures safe and proper use of tools and equipment; ensures tools are free of defects; maintains neat and orderly storage area of supplies; ensures proper storage/disposal of cleaning chemicals in accordance with OSHA, EPA and other regulatory agencies.
Maintains current knowledge of cleaning method and procedures.
Communicates/coordinates with other departments to ensure optimum, efficient utilization of downtime to properly sanitize production equipment/lines.
Performs other duties as assigned, including assisting other members of the sanitation team where needed.
Responsible for reporting and taking necessary action to prevent food safety issues from occurring.

Benefits

Competitive Sanitation wages $17.25hr
Annual incentive/bonus program based on individual and company performance.
“Pay for performance” annual merit increases.
401(k) with company matching—build your financial future with a total company match of up to 4.5%.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family’s well-being.
Annual wellness credit of $600 -$1200 paid directly to employees for completing wellness activities throughout the year.
Paid time off including vacation, 11 paid company holidays, and 2 floating holidays, plus accrued sick time.
Company Paid Parental Leave for new parents. Birth parents receive 12 weeks paid leave and non-birth parents receive 6 weeks paid leave.
Company paid short-term and long-term disability.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Employee uniforms and safety shoes provided—your safety and comfort are our priority.