Sanitation Technician

Overview

The Sanitation Technician implements site and corporate Food Safety and sanitation initiatives. Requires effective leadership skills to manage Sanitation Associates, provide detailed Sanitation reports, review/develop/implement Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures, and develop and deliver thorough training to Associates. Will be responsible for all safety requirements being fully adhered to throughout sanitation initiatives.

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
• Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules.
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language.
• Working knowledge of Safety, Quality, and Material Management Systems and procedures
• Ability to read and understand the daily production run schedule and execute that plan.
• Ability to communicate to managers and team members any production, quality/food safety, or other business-critical information vital to operations and customer service.

• Must be capable of working at elevated heights.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. repetitively.
• Must not be unusually sensitive to chemicals (contact lenses not recommended).
• Vision correctable to 20/20.
• Must be able to stand on feet for long periods.
• Standing on a concrete floor.
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform).
• Bending, stooping, twisting, turning, standing for extended periods, reaching, and climbing stairs.
• Must adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust, dirt, and chemicals.
• Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and getting on and off frequently.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.

• Responsible for assisting all areas in maintaining high levels of daily cleanliness and adherence to site GMPs.
• Prioritize work daily by identifying pressing issues, communicating with each operator, knowing shift production plans, and having an awareness of the area.
• Promote a high-quality team environment through effective teamwork and self-management with a positive attitude.
• Performs all assigned activities and job tasks within their area.
• Understands production schedules as they relate to shutdowns.
• Detailed cleaning of large areas and work spaces.
• Detailed cleaning of large pieces of manufacturing equipment.
• Understanding microbiological and pest control pertains to a food manufacturing environment.
• The ability to work with all teams at the site on Sanitation, Pest Control, and Housekeeping Projects.
• The ability to work in enclosed spaces.
• The desire to work as an interactive team in a large plant setting.
• When assigned to a specific operation area, complete all duties associated with that assignment safely and efficiently.
• Perform sanitation duties as required by the Master Sanitation Schedule, with particular attention to lock-out/tag-out procedures. Complete the required documentation.
• Assist the plant to meet or exceed production goals.
• Educate others on sanitation principles.
• Receive micro training and understand the hazards of cross-contamination.
• Develop a detailed knowledge of the plant's process flow.
• Understand traffic, airflow, and color code system.
• Every associate at Mars is responsible for achieving quality and food safety.
• Other duties and responsibilities throughout the plant as assigned by the manager.

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting: USD 22.79 - USD 34.18