Sanitation Assistant

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Organically Grown Company (OGC), Northwest's largest independent distributor of fresh, organic produce, is hiring a Sanitation Assistant. If you have experience in cleaning and sanitation, we would like to meet you.

The Sanitation Assistant assists the facilities team with all sanitation and cleaning work related to OGC's distribution facility. You will perform maintenance, cleaning, and sanitation duties, and maintain sanitation records in accordance with GMP/GFSI. Additionally, you will be responsible for meeting goals for safety, efficiency, accuracy, and customer service.

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits for you and your family after 30 days of employment.
• Comprehensive Wellness program.
• 5x8 Schedule.
• Generous Paid Time Off Program.
• Annual profit share – 20% of profits distributed back to employees.
• 401(k) retirement program with a 5% company match (capped at $3,500 annually).
• $200 annual fitness reimbursement.
• Free and discounted organic produce.

• Complete facility sanitation tasks, which may include mopping, sweeping, scrubbing, steam cleaning, etc., and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Maintain warehouse work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including coolers, heating/ventilation ducts, docks, doors, truck bays, parking lot, dock plates, ripening rooms, skylights, lighting, electrical supply cabinets, windows, locks, drains, and grounds.
• Assist with completing janitorial supplies inventory for facility operations.
• Assist in regular maintenance of packing lines and other production equipment.
• Maintain Tennant T-12/T-15 floor scrubber in clean, good operating order.
• Assist in regular maintenance of facilities, including racking, material handling equipment, compactor, and waste management systems.
• Support OGC’s sustainability goals and actively work to reduce environmental impact.

• Regular and consistent attendance.
• Previous experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand tools and determine the kinds of tools and equipment needed to complete a job.
• Basic computer skills (email, Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to safely drive forklift equipment or the willingness to learn safe forklift driving skills.

• Previous work experience with perishable products and food safety standards.
• Love or knowledge of organic produce.

This position requires the ability to regularly perform physical tasks including but not limited to lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, and reaching. Regular heavy lifting up to 60 lbs is required during approximately 15% of scheduled work time. Continuous mental and/or visual attention is needed; the work requires constant alertness to monitor warehouse processes and/or identify problems. The work environment will regularly be cold and may expose you to dust, fumes, dirt, noise, and water.

Ability to meet the above description of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

OGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a diverse workforce and make all employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. OGC will not tolerate discrimination or harassment. OGC also considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.