Sanitation Technician 3rd Shift Job Ludington Michigan USA,Manufacturing / Production

Job Details

Job Location:

Main Office - Ludington, MI 49431
Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Job Shift: 3rd Shift
$1000 Graduated Signing Bonus
$500 paid at 90 days
$300 paid at 6 months
$200 paid at 1 year

Summary

Providing safe and quality food is the job of all House of Flavors employees. The Sanitation Technician, an at-will employee working under the direction of the Sanitation Manager and Supervisor, works to sanitize equipment using methods prescribed by the Food Safety Program. The Sanitation Technician works independently or with others; troubleshoots mechanical problems; accurately documents cleaning procedures; and, works safely with a variety of cleaning chemicals.

All Good Manufacturing Practices and general safety practices are observed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Cleans and sanitizes process equipment which includes: tanks, freezers, fillers, pumps, pipes, product contact surfaces, conveyors and any other production equipment.

Disassembles and reassembles equipment using lock-out and tag-out procedures; following all food safety Good Manufacturing Practices and using proper set up methods.

Cleans floors, walls, and ceilings of production area and adjacent areas as necessary to the cleaning standard set by the Food Safety Practices.

Removes trash, waste, and debris to proper area and assists production when necessary.

Operates Clean-In-Place system and documents and troubleshoots CIP system when assigned.

Performs preventative maintenance and sanitation on pumps, valves, and gaskets as needed.

Recognizes allergen related issues, knows the House of Flavors, Inc. allergen procedure/policy.

Works as a member of the Sanitation Technician team, learning the jobs of different work stations included in this job description, enabling the ability to rotate from job to job giving breaks or filling in when other employees are absent.

Completes all other duties as assigned, including working with the Sanitation Manager and other managers to enhance the overall profitability of the operation.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility to the appropriate company standard. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent is required along with a minimum of 3 months of work experience in a related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience. The ability to work co-operatively in a team environment is essential.

Language Skills

Ability to read and write in order to follow instructions; create and respond to documents; understand and follow company policies; and effectively present information verbally to others.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations and understand simple numerical specifications including temperature and time calculations.

Reasoning Ability

Is mechanically inclined and has the ability to apply common sense understanding to disassemble and reassemble equipment, carry out written or verbal instructions and has a basic understanding of mechanical processes to carry out the operation of machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to stand, including walking, for periods of time up to 12 hours.

The constant use of hands and arms during this time including lifting, pulling, reaching, and fine manipulation is required. The use of hand tools requiring a substantial grip is required. The employee is occasionally required to stoop or crouch. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee cannot be allergic to the required cleaning chemicals. The employee must be able to lift 10 to 20 pounds continuously, 30 pounds frequently, and 50 to 75 pounds occasionally.

Work

Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing…