hr. shift differential

Idahoan Foods•Lewisville, ID

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This role begins at a training rate of $20.10 per hour. After successful validation, the pay rate is increased to $20.85. The Sanitation Technician is responsible for maintaining an acceptable level of cleanliness on all production and packaging equipment and work areas, eliminating garbage, debris, and waste. The role requires the ability to perform duties efficiently and accurately, sometimes assisting in production or with equipment disassembly/reassembly. A key aspect of the role involves understanding and safely using cleaning chemicals, reading labels, and reviewing SDSs. Training in the Lockout and Tagout program is provided, and the technician will be expected to learn and understand Master Sanitation Schedules. The position may require working any shift, including holidays and weekends, and using good judgment in the absence of supervision.

Requirements

Previous experience working around manufacturing equipment preferred.
Able to read and comprehend work related material such as Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS).
Exhibits effective oral communication skills when communicating with supervisor and co-workers.
Works well with others and communicates in a positive manner.
Reads, comprehends, and performs the cleaning instructions for each piece of equipment as required.
Shows an ability to perform heavy lifting up to 60 lbs.
Able to stand on concrete floors for extended periods and follows safety precautions.
Utilizes cleaning chemicals and sanitizers safely.
Physically able to climb stairs repetitively and carry loads upstairs when required.
Must be able to work different shifts.
Possesses self-confidence and maturity to make decisions and to solve problems with minimal direction.
Team player, flexible and accepts changing assignments and accountabilities.
Follows all safety precautions while working independently and professionally.
Keeps work area clean.
Must be able to wear proper PPE while performing job duties.
Could be required to use any of the following PPE including wet suit, rubber boots & gloves, safety goggles, and dust mask.

Responsibilities

Maintains an acceptable level of cleanliness on all production and packaging equipment and work areas.
Eliminates any garbage, debris and waste on the floor or on the manufacturing equipment.
Able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy while working independently and professionally.
May be called upon to help with a production position under special circumstances.
Must be able to read and follow chemical labels and review SDS’s to obtain appropriate hazard information and safety statements. Must be able to follow mixing instructions for chemicals used in cleaning and sanitizing of equipment.
Able to scrub equipment if needed to clean with scrub pads, brushes etc. Must assist in disassembly of equipment for cleaning and assist with reassembly when finished.
Able to be trained in the Lockout and Tagout program to be an Authorized person.
Must work any shift for cleanup and startup, may include holidays, and weekends.
Must be able to use good judgment in the absence of the Lead or Supervisor.
Must be able to learn and understand Master Sanitation Schedules.
All other duties as assigned.