Operator - Sanitation (Sanitation)

About the role

At Freshpet, our goal is to change the way people nourish their pets forever. We strive to strengthen the bond between people and our pets so that we both live longer, healthier, and happier lives while being kind to the planet. We believe that if we can create fresh, real foods that pets love and help them live healthier lives, that their pet parents will also enjoy the many benefits of a rich life shared with a pet.

Responsibilities

• Disinfect surfaces and sanitize all components of food production and processing equipment
• Ensure there is no unnecessary waste along the assembly line
• Disassemble, clean, sanitize, and reassemble machine parts, equipment, and other areas
• Monitor and adjust chemical cleaning usage
• Work with the QA department on Pre-Op inspections
• Assist in driving training initiatives of sanitation procedures to production
• Remove waste and debris
• Responsible for assisting in weekly environmental program and master Sanitation program
• Assist with startup and shutdown of machinery and production line equipment
• Follow all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs)
• Assure food safety standards with regards to GMPs and HACCP plan are being followed by self and fellow employees
• Follow safety procedures with lock out tag out and exposure to hot equipment and cleaning chemicals
• Manually lift and transport unfinished product during production process

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1 year manufacturing experience preferred
• Food manufacturing sanitation experience preferred
• Ability to read and follow procedures and accurately complete paperwork related to sanitation activities
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more, in addition to standing, walking, bending, and stooping throughout the 12-hr. shift schedule
• Willing and able to cross train on all sanitation responsibilities

Work Environment

• Required to work in a cold and wet environment with temperatures of approximately 40° F
• Required to work 12-hr. shifts on a rotating 7-day schedule

Pay

The base rate for this position is $21.70 + $3.00 shift differential = $24.70

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Basic and optional life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability protection
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Pet insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Generous PTO plan