Sanitation Technician

Ajinomoto Foods North America•Joplin, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ensure the efficient and effective cleaning of production equipment and adjacent areas, in addition to other environments, following approved sanitary methods. Train new associates and help out anyone running behind schedule to ensure on-time startups.

Requirements

Prefer high school diploma or GED or equivalent experience
People & leadership skills
Computer Literate
Manlift, forklift & palletjack certified
Must be able to work overnight shift
Able and willing to complete CGMP, HACCP, SSOPs, safety, and equipment trainings
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with rapid hand and eye coordination
Constant stand/walk required.
Occasionally climb of stairs.
Ability to work in wet and cold temperatures

Responsibilities

Train new sanitation workers.
Responsible for the safe use of appropriate chemical solutions to ensure the cleanest and most highly sanitized equipment.
Ensure that all necessary safety precautions are followed in performing your responsibilities.
Responsible for following through on projects assigned.
Cleans equipment by using hot water hoses and/or high pressure soap hoses with temperatures up to 160 degrees.
Lifts, carry, push or pull parts or equipment with weights up to 100# or more.
Climb ladders to clean spirals/equipment.
Forklift/palletjack/manlift licensed for certain areas.
Tearing equipment down and assisting Production to put line back together.
Works with soaps and other cleaning compounds, some toxic if not handled correctly.
Assist wherever needed to ensure on-time startups.
Report all injuries, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts & horseplay
Use proper lifting techniques
Use mechanical assistance (handjack, forklift, manlift)
Use personal assistance (buddy)
Use handrails
Use and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)