Sanitation Associate (2nd Shift)

About the role

The Sanitation Associate will play a key role in ensuring Ornua delivers safe and high-quality products by cleaning production and packaging areas during 1st and 3rd shifts. This position adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and maintains a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean equipment and work areas using chemical cleaning solutions, hand tools, and pressurized sanitation equipment.
• Inspect sanitation work and follow up as necessary to ensure compliance with GMPs and safety standards.
• Perform duties according to GMPs, including food, equipment, and operating safety requirements.
• Complete necessary cleaning and workplace sanitation tasks.
• Support work in all areas as needed.
• Record production information on tablets, computers, or by hand.
• Communicate with management regarding equipment, food safety, quality, and safety issues.
• Assist in inventory of chemicals, cleaning supplies, and parts.
• Perform additional job duties as required.

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and perform repetitive motions.
• Willingness to work in a food manufacturing environment with variable temperatures.
• Basic math skills.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Solid work history.
• Prior food manufacturing experience.

Physical Demands

• Regular standing, walking, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 60 pounds.
• Safety and quality procedures must be followed.

Working Environment

• Variable temperatures in cooler warehouse areas and warmer production zones.
• Exposure to moving equipment, moderate to loud noise levels, and required use of PPE.

Why Ornua?

• Purpose-driven, values-led co-operative focused on Irish dairy farming families.
• Global operations through two divisions: Ornua Foods and Ornua Ingredients.
• Investment in people and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Career progression opportunities, including global mobility.
• Comprehensive benefits with region-specific offerings.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ornua is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.