Operator- Sanitation

About the role

The Sanitation Operator is a member of the Operations Team reporting directly to the Sanitation Supervisor. The position is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work environment, ensuring all sanitation tasks are completed safely, and communicating with management and peers to improve facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a clean and safe work environment is maintained, including proper storage of tools, cleanliness of work area, and wearing of all personal protective equipment.
• Contain and report any spills or unsafe conditions immediately.
• Review and fill out master sanitation sheets (MSS) after completing assigned tasks.
• Communicate with management at any hour during emergency situations.
• Interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork-focused environment.
• Perform daily safety equipment checks as required.
• Complete all required safety trainings.
• Ensure sanitation operations are performed in accordance with approved procedures and company policy.
• Read and follow Standard Operating Procedures and forms.
• Communicate with other shifts and supervisors/leaders.
• Report all accidents, incidents, and near misses to the Superintendent of operations and the Plant Manager.
• Maintain a positive and professional atmosphere for all employees and visitors.
• Perform other duties as directed or required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and safety environment.

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime hours during the week, weekends, and/or holidays as needed.
• Self-motivation with the ability to work unsupervised.

Benefits

Adams Group is committed to producing and distributing high-quality products through adherence to industry and regulatory standards. As an Adams Group employee, you will be trained on our food safety policies and will be held accountable to adhere to them. You will be encouraged and required to notify supervision about actual or potential food safety issues. Everyone at Adams is involved in delivering safe food - within your scope of work you will be empowered to act to resolve food safety issues.