Sanitation Technician- 3rd Shift (Saturday to Tuesday: 8PM to 6:30AM)

Cerelia Bakery Canada LP•Whitehall, OH

About The Position

The Sanitation Technician cleans and sanitizes food-processing equipment and facilities while preventing cross-contamination of products, work-in-progress, food-contact surfaces, and food-contact packaging. The role follows company sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOPs), inspects cleaned equipment before requesting supervisor approval, completes sanitation and SQF documentation, and maintains cleaning carts, tools, and related equipment. The technician follows food-safety, quality, GMP, and workplace-safety policies. This includes handling cleaning chemicals at proper concentrations according to chemical-handling SSOPs and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. The position is scheduled for third shift, Saturday through Tuesday, 8:00 PM to 6:30 AM; hours may change based on demand, and work may include weekends or holidays.

Requirements

Sanitation experience preferred.
Experience leading a team.
Able to follow instructions in English.
Able to read, write, and speak English.
Self-directed.
Time-management control.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Follow GMPs, food-safety requirements, and SSOPs as assigned.
Able to use a step ladder or ladder.
Able to perform the essential functions of the position with minimal supervision.
Able to stand, walk, bend, twist, and lift for extended periods in a safe manner.
Able to interact professionally with honesty and respect toward management and coworkers.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Required to work third shift; hours may change based on demand, including weekends or holidays.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Sanitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize food-processing equipment and facilities.
Prevent cross-contamination of products, work-in-progress, food-contact surfaces, and food-contact packaging during sanitation procedures.
Follow company Sanitation SOPs (SSOPs) for cleaning equipment and facilities.
Inspect clean equipment before requesting supervisor approval.
Complete required sanitation and SQF documentation.
Wash and maintain cleaning carts and tools.
Maintain sanitation-related equipment, including automatic floor scrubbers, vacuums, formers, cleaning equipment, and tools.
Perform other duties as assigned by the sanitation supervisor.
Follow established programs, policies, and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet SQF, regulatory, company, and customer requirements.
Adhere to company GMPs and safety policies.
Follow company safety policies and practices to foster a safe workplace and environment.
Work safely with cleaning chemicals and use them at proper concentrations according to chemical-handling SSOPs.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment while performing cleaning tasks.