Sanitation Lead (1st Shift)

Position Summary

This position assists in the daily sanitation clean-up of entire plant area. This position must also demonstrate ability to utilize time productively and efficiently.

Essential Functions

• Follows outlined duties in areas assigned for the plant sanitation to include painting, and scraping.
• Follows sanitation procedures as assigned during downtime clean-ups.
• Tasks assigned during special clean-ups.
• Accomplishes mechanical tasks using a wide variety hand and power tools.
• Accomplishes other related work as required.
• Complies with all safety regulations and follows safe methods in sanitation and chemical usages.
• Reports all accidents/injuries and unsafe conditions to the QA Manager or Supervisor.
• Maintains any logs as required.
• Assist janitorial staff as directed.
• Use Panel views to operate equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, the Sanitation must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task.
• Must be able to work with limited supervision.
• Be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English commensurate with the requirements of this position.
• Must be knowledgeable in GMPs', HACCP, SOP's, sanitation practices, & Product Trace & Recovery pertaining to the food industry.
• Personal hygiene must meet company and government sanitation requirements.
• Abide by safety rules as outlined in company policies and procedures.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or up to one month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Activities

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like: Occasionally
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces: Occasionally
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods: Never
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another: Occasionally
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions: Occasionally
• Communicating with others to exchange information: Constantly
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers: Occasionally
• Operating machinery and/or power tools: Occasionally
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment: Never

Environmental Conditions

• Low temperatures: Occasionally
• High temperatures: Occasionally
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind: Never
• Noisy environments: Occasionally
• Hazardous conditions: Never
• Poor ventilation: Occasionally
• Small and/or enclosed spaces: Occasionally
• Adverse environmental conditions expected: Never

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing: Occasionally
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds: Occasionally
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds: Occasionally
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more: Never

Reports to: Food Safety • FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Travel Requirements: None

Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.