MTO SANITATION CREW

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great-tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day.

About the role

As a Sanitation Worker, you will be trained on the proper techniques of cleaning and sanitizing equipment and the work areas of our food manufacturing facility. This role is physically demanding and critical for protecting consumer health, often performed outside of regular production work hours.

Responsibilities

• Use approved chemicals and methods to clean and sanitize equipment, production areas, and floors.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment for thorough cleaning.
• Coordinate all daily sanitation activities within the plant.
• Follow all safety guidelines, including the proper use of chemicals and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Adhere strictly to established sanitation programs and follow all GMP and HACCP procedures that relate to cleanliness and product safety within the facility.
• Ensure product safety and product defense in the plant.
• Conduct visual inspections and use testing methods to ensure surfaces are clean.
• Responsible for managing and maintaining supply of cleaning chemicals necessary for the sanitation program compliance with OSHA and all plant regulations.
• Assist operations to maintain the highest rating possible on all audits and inspections.
• Support all food safety initiatives.
• Report any potential contamination issues and safety concerns that may arise as part of the sanitation process.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Entry level does not require previous experience in a Sanitation role.

Skills

• Self-directed with the ability to work independently as well as with groups.
• Ability to effectively plan, organize, and prioritize work.
• Ability to train, maintain, and promote a safe work environment.
• Read and understand HACCP along with FDA and OSHA requirements as needed.
• Knowledgeable of Sanitation principles and practices in the food industry (preferred).
• Understands HACCP program along with FDA and OSHA requirements (preferred).

Physical Demands

• May be required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands, arms, and fingers to handle equipment necessary for cleaning.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

• Position requires working around processing plant equipment.
• Must be physically capable of working extended hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends if needed.
• Must be physically capable of working in varying elements that could include damp, cold, wet, hot, or warm environments and standing for long periods of time.
• This position requires wearing and working in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment.
• The noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.