Building Maintenance Worker

Catallia Mexican Foods is looking for an experienced Sanitation Associate with expertise in food manufacturing to join our team!

1st Shift

Hours:

Wednesday
- Sunday / 6:00 am - 2:30 p.m. / Off Days:
Monday
-Tuesday

2nd Shift

Hours:

Monday
- Wednesday / 2:00 p.m.

- 10:30 p.m. /
Saturday
- Sunday 6:00 a.m.

- 2:30 p.m. / O
ff Days:
Thursday-Friday

Position Overview

This is a hands-on position responsible for maintaining the sanitation standards for the company. This individual will contribute to a consistent, safe, and productive work environment by participating in corporate programs and adhering to operational and personnel policies and procedures. With a focus on the success of overall food safety and quality, the individual will work closely with the production, quality, and maintenance teams to maintain optimal quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions

• Ensure the entire facility, including the production plant, offices, employee areas, and company grounds, is maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.
• Participate in the teardown, cleaning, sanitizing, and reassembly of production equipment and work areas throughout the facility.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment as needed to ensure all food-contact surfaces and hard-to-reach areas are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment, conveyors, mixers, ovens, packaging equipment, floors, drains, walls, and other designated areas.
• Follow established Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), GMPs, and food safety requirements.
• Perform pre-operational inspections to verify equipment and production areas meet sanitation standards before production begins.
• Safely operate sanitation equipment, including pressure washers, hoses, and other cleaning tools.
• Work with a variety of cleaning chemicals while following proper dilution, handling, and storage procedures.
• Follow company safety policies, including:
• Utilize appropriate company-provided PPE for assigned tasks, including dust masks, face shields, safety glasses, gloves, chemical-resistant boots, and foaming suits.
• Perform lockout/tagout duties as required.
• Understand and follow the proper use of all cleaning chemicals, supplies, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Observe and report unsanitary practices, conditions, equipment concerns, leaks, or other issues that could impact food safety or sanitation.
• Communicate with Production and Maintenance regarding sanitation concerns, equipment conditions, and repairs needed.
• Complete required sanitation records, checklists, and documentation accurately.
• Complete cleaning and sanitation activities within established production downtime schedules to ensure equipment is ready for startup.
• Assist with deep-cleaning activities and scheduled sanitation projects throughout the facility.

• Actively participate in Food Safety and Food Defense related activities.
• Promote GMP's and food safety policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as directed.

• Must be available to work weekends as required, including during peak season from June through September.
• Must be willing and able to safely operate various tools and equipment, including compressed air, scrapers, and knives.
• Must understand and follow safe chemical handling practices and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Must be able to work with a variety of cleaning and sanitation chemicals.
• Must be willing and able to work irregular and/or rotating shifts.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. and stack and/or carry pans, ingredient containers, and related items.
• Must be comfortable working at elevated heights as required by the position.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and bend throughout the assigned shift.
• Must…