Sanitation Technician

Refresco Careers•Lakeland, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Refresco is the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, serving national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. We are solutions-based, innovative, and seek out new challenges. This role is for the 1st Shift, working from 7:00 PM to 3:30 AM, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays. The starting pay is $18.00 per hour.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Ability to read and understand chemical technical data sheets.
Ability to perform tasks in accordance with safety protocols to prevent accidents and contamination.
Ability to operate industrial cleaning machines (e.g., pressure washers, floor scrubbers).
Ability to identify potential sanitation issues before they become problems.
Familiarity with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) guidelines and other relevant safety regulations.
Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, SQF, FDA regulations if applicable).
Attention to Detail: Meticulous in performing tasks to ensure all areas are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.
Time Management: Efficient in managing time to complete cleaning tasks within scheduled times.
Problem Solving Skills: Creative thinking to develop and implement effective cleaning strategies.
Teamwork: Cooperative attitude and willingness to assist co-workers.
Highschool diploma or equivalent.
1 year of experience as a sanitation/janitorial worker in a warehouse environment using mobile cleaning equipment.

Nice To Haves

Able to operate mobile cleaning equipment and industrial baler is preferred.

Responsibilities

Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas.
Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by company, customer, and/or governing bodies (FDA, SQF, etc.).
Prepare production equipment for cleaning and follow necessary lock out/tag out procedures when doing so.
Use equipment cleaning chemicals and follow chemical usage and safety as indicated by the labels for application.
Sanitize, foam, scrub and rinse production equipment ensuring that all areas meet Food Safety and Food Quality standards.
Clean and sanitize all conveyors, conveying equipment, drip pans, and rails.
Clean and sanitize floors and drains.
Clean ceilings and walls in production areas to include cobwebbing, flaking paint, and any other debris removal.
Clean ceilings and walls in warehouse areas to include cobwebbing, flaking paint and any other debris removal.
Maintain elevators, floors, and stairwells in a clean and safe condition by vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping using manual or electric tools.
Clean and sanitize auxiliary areas such as the Reverse Osmosis area.
Clean facility building, grounds and parking lots as assigned.
Clean and sanitize bathrooms.
Empty trash cans and replace liners.
General cleaning of office area.
Verifies and validates sanitation effectiveness with visual inspection and chemical concentration testing.
Confirm proper sanitation by monitoring printouts of CIP systems or manual documentation.
Store all chemicals and safety equipment properly.
Ensure that minimum downtime is experienced during sanitation and pre-operational inspections.
Maintain accurate sanitation documentation and ensure the proper completion of Master Sanitation Schedule daily.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.