Sanitation Technician

About the role

This job description outlines the essential functions of the role; however, it does not limit or dictate the specific tasks that may be assigned. This is an On-Site position requiring full-time work at the plant.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with Mizkan America safety policies, OSHA regulations, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and SOP (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Thoroughly disassembles, cleans and reassembles equipment and conveyors and return to operational state.
• Execute thorough cleaning and sanitation procedures according to Mizkan protocols and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain detailed records of sanitation activities, including cleaning schedules and sanitation logs.
• Monitor wastewater system.
• Consider all safety precautions and proper isolation of live circuits.
• Using common maintenance equipment and hand tools.
• Take proper care of tools and equipment.
• Utilize personal safety procedures when performing job duties, ensure that equipment is operating safely and has returned all safety guards.
• After training, may be required to handle hazardous waste accumulation.
• Temporary job assignments to other shifts and/or departments may be required to maintain production.
• Must be able to work with hot water, pressure washers and steam system in a safe manner.
• Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and notify supervisor when replenishment is needed.
• Working with bio-hazards such as: blood borne pathogens, sewage, waste, etc.
• Follow all safety rules to include but not limited to LOTO and keep area clean and in orderly condition.
• Responsible for food product quality and safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required
• Technical, trade school courses or certification, preferred

Qualifications

• 3 years of Sanitation experience within a food processing, bottling, liquid filling/blending and/or consumer goods manufacturing/packing environment preferred.
• Must be proficient in use of handheld tools, such as hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, etc.
• Must have general knowledge of electrical test equipment such as multi-meters and ammeters.
• Continuous mental and visual attention is required to perform duties, involving repetitive or diversified work requiring constant alertness or activity.
• Basic mathematics skills required. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and perform simple division calculations.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new job-related software.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy required.
• Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be respectful and work well with all levels of personnel.
• Must be able to perform on-call duty on any shift and work overtime on short notice basis.
• Long-term, temporary assignments to any shift may be required to maintain manufacturing processes.
• Ability to work in high temperatures (hot or cold), working at heights and exposure to strong smells, dust, gases, fumes and chemical or require personal protective equipment.
• Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment.

Skills

• Physical strength to pull, push, lift and carry up to 50 lbs., 50+ lbs. with assistance.

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, paid time off, disability, life and AD&D insurance, a 401(k) with match, profit sharing, health and flex spending accounts, employee assistance program, wellness program, education assistance, employee referral bonus, and more.

Pay

The compensation range is $19.25 - $22.00 per hour.

Schedule

Based on plant quarterly results, bonuses are based on performance.