Copy of Sanitation Technician

Description: Overview: Primary responsibility for sanitation of the processing and production equipment and plant.
2nd shift Monday thru Friday 2pm-10pm must be able to train on 1st shift 6am-2pm or 3rd shift 10pm-6am.
Responsibilities: Operate within the safety and quality standards, good manufacturing practices (GMP’s) and adherence to job specifications, policies and procedures.
Ensure proper PPE is utilized.
Responsible for reading, and comprehending the job standards, meeting the quality standards and specifications for sanitation (chemical concentrations, time & temperature, cleaning times, flow rate, etc.
) The Sanitation Technician will monitor the C.
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operation to ensure that the cleaning was completed to the specifications and documented.
Technicians will communicate effectively with Management in regard to equipment issues, Food Safety issues, quality issues, safety issues and sanitation not meeting requirements.
Assist in inventory of chemicals, cleaning supplies and parts required.
Inspect sanitation work and follow up as appropriate to ensure that all operating and sanitation standards have been met to ensure a safe and effective on-time start of production and processing equipment.
Delivers and meets expectations and results set for the position.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements: Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required.
1-2 years previous sanitation experience preferred; with experience in Food and Beverage industry preferred.
Required to fully comply with Quality Management System Policies and Procedures and Food Safety Management requirements.
Must be able to work overtime as needed.
Must be able to effectively communicate, read, write and comprehend instructions and procedures in English.
Ability to prioritize workload and accommodate shift in daily priorities based on the needs of the business.
Ability to demonstrate a high attention to detail.
Ability to demonstrate a high sense of urgency and be proactive in addressing problems as they arise.
Ability to calculate and understand basic math and simple formulas including but not limited to: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and averages.
Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, cultivating a culture of trust, accountability, collaboration and teamwork.
Must attain Food Safety Training (Qualified Individual) Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including standing, sitting, twisting, reaching, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, and climbing), perform repetitive motions for extended period of time (up to 2-3 hours) and be able to lift up to 60 lbs.
Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.
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, custodial, general labor, etc.
) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.
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inspection, etc.
) Ability to work in various conditions with exposure to extreme heat, wet, cold, dust and fumes.