Sanitor - Day Shift (NE)

About the role

We are proud to be at the forefront of changing the future of pet food by creating the most nutritionally-dense, thoughtfully-sourced, and practical solutions for pet parents everywhere. This role is based in Seward, NE, on the night shift.

Responsibilities

• Work safely, complying with all safety, quality, and sanitation policies and procedures; proactively identify and report potential safety hazards for correction.
• Ensure production and non-production rooms are maintained in a sanitary condition at the start of the day and throughout the production process.
• Maintain functionality of hand wash/hand sanitary stations (soap, sanitizer, paper towels, gloves).
• Manage chemical inventory and functionality of boot sanitary equipment.
• Stage and maintain waste management tools, containers, and equipment.
• Clean high-touch points and floors of debris and product waste.
• Perform sanitation duties as required by the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), including removing product from equipment, tools, and containers using a water hose and industrial cleaners/sanitizers.
• Promote a high-quality team environment through effective teamwork and self-management with a positive attitude.
• Prioritize work daily by communicating with the direct team lead/supervisor and team members, understanding shift production plans, and being aware of the area.
• Understand microbiological and pest control programs as they pertain to sanitation in the food manufacturing environment.
• Work with all teams at the site on sanitation projects.
• Utilize an industrial chemical dispensing system.
• Clean and sanitize high food safety risk areas in packaging rooms.
• Work cross-functionally in multiple positions and prioritize tasks.
• Mix chemicals safely for the proper use of industrial sanitation equipment (floor scrubbers, dish washers, foamers, etc.).

Requirements

• Be 18 years of age or older (preferred).
• Willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to plan work daily, work independently, and be a self-starter with high motivation.
• Ability to work with a team and effectively interact with other departments.
• 1 year of experience cleaning/sanitizing equipment in a food manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds, climb stairs, kneel, stoop, sit, and walk extensively throughout a 10-12 hour shift.
• Ability to work frequently indoors in a cooled sanitary environment with temperatures of 45 degrees or below.
• Ability to work around loud production equipment.
• Ability to handle chemical hazards and abrasive chemicals.
• Awareness of slip, trip, and fall hazards due to water, chemicals, and product on floors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans (employee-only).
• Charity sponsorships with over $6.1 million donated to date.
• 6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, and additional mental health benefits.
• 401k matching up to 3.5% of contributions.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contributions funding your retirement plan with company stock.
• Tuition reimbursement program for eligible tuition expenses.
• Company events such as team picnics and ice cream socials.