Sanitation (Night)

Golden Valley Foods LTD.•Calgary, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sanitation Team Members are responsible for cleaning the facility and all egg grading equipment on a nightly basis while adhering to sanitation requirements for the safe and proper handling of food.

Requirements

Must be able to read, write, and speak English and basic math skills.
Prior general experience working successfully on a team environment and independently.
Minimum of three months experience in a food manufacturing or sanitation environment required.
Must be able to communicate and work well with others as part of a team, demonstrating politeness, respect, and courtesy in communication and daily interactions.
Must be able to provide clear, concise general instructions for team effectiveness and productivity.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time and keep pace in a fast-paced environment.
Work in compliance with divisional and legislative health, safety and environmental procedures.
Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods.
Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts.
Report defect in any equipment or protective device.
Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks.
Participate in all required health, safety and environmental training.
Report any accidents/incidents to supervisor.
Assist in investigating accidents/incidents.
Refrain from engaging in any prank, contest, feat of strength, unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct.
Inspect required PPE and replace if necessary
Put on all required PPE
Inspect machinery and mobile equipment for functionality and operational safety mechanisms
Practice proper lifting techniques
Take frequent breaks in accordance with company policy/procedures
Workers must not be impaired by alcohol, drugs, or other causes
Workers must be aware of first aid locations
Workers must be aware of fire extinguisher locations and operating procedures
Ensure equipment (PPE), machinery, and mobile equipment is fully disengaged, cleaned, stored, and maintained appropriately
If an emergency situation occurs while conducting this task, or there is an equipment malfunction, shut the equipment off immediately and follow the lock out procedure.

Nice To Haves

Grade 12 education preferred.
GHS (WHMIS 2015), HACCP and first aid training considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Clean as per written procedure and instructions, and at required frequencies for the following equipment: Catch pans, guards, cover plates, and trays; Inedible and garbage containers; Egg wash tanks; Loader and unloader machines; Tray and pallet washer tanks; Eggs inspector and orientator; Dryers; UV unit and blood detector; Packer machines and conveyors; Box conveyor; Shrink-wrap machine; Backet de-stacker; Pallet wrappers; Transfer conveyors and scales.
Operate industrial cleaning equipment.
Mix/handle cleaning chemical solutions.
Breakdown cardboard boxes and operate the garbage compactor machine, transporting trash and waste to disposal area.
Clean/sweep floors and drains.
Inform maintenance of, and document, any maintenance-related concerns.
Document all required cleaning according to company policies and procedures.
Attend all required training courses.
Inform supervisor of equipment wear or damage.
Inform supervisor of any conditions that could affect food safety.
Adhere to established HACCP, biosecurity, and health and safety procedures.
Complete all HACCP forms as required.
Assist co-workers where and when needed.
Live by the company’s mission, vision, and values.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with all levels of staff.
Other duties assigned by the Sanitation Supervisor.