3rd Shift Sanitation Technician - SLC, UT

Daily's•South Salt Lake, UT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Daily’s Premium Meats is hiring a Sanitation Technician for nightly sanitation of the entire plant, with a primary focus on cleaning and sanitizing machines, equipment, and surfaces. The role involves cleaning packaging equipment and production areas, handling chemicals and sanitizing agents, and maintaining sanitation records in compliance with food safety requirements. It requires meticulous attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The position involves hard manual labor in a cold, wet environment averaging 42 degrees. Employees stand and walk on concrete flooring throughout the shift and may work near moving mechanical parts. The stated shift hours are 10:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.; workdays and hours are established by departmental needs and management discretion. Required Safety, Chemical, and Lock Out Tag Out training certifications must be completed.

Requirements

Be physically capable of standing and walking throughout the shift on concrete flooring.
Be able to bend and lift up to 25 pounds, regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 75 pounds.
Be able to sometimes push and/or move up to 300 pounds.
Be able to perform hard manual labor in a cold, wet environment for an eight-hour shift.
Be able to work near moving mechanical parts and tolerate noise that is sometimes very loud.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos preferred.
Ability to write simple correspondence preferred.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers and management.
Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations preferred.
Ability to interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form preferred.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
One to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, preferred.
Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize processing equipment, production areas, and surfaces according to company standards and regulatory requirements.
Mop, scrub, and dry equipment and facilities, navigating around machine belts, chains, conveyors, and other systems as needed.
Disassemble and reassemble equipment for thorough cleaning and sanitation.
Safely handle and effectively apply cleaning chemicals and sanitizing agents.
Inspect equipment for wear, damage, and functionality and report issues for timely repair.
Dispose of waste according to company policies and environmental regulations.
Maintain accurate sanitation records and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
Complete required Safety, Chemical, and Lock Out Tag Out training certifications.