Sanitation Worker-Salinas
$35,360–$35,360 year
On-siteSalinas, California, United States
Job Summary
Conduct detailed sanitation and upkeep of the facility, ensuring all processing equipment is properly cleaned and sanitized to established standards. Maintain the facility and surrounding area in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and recognized Food Safety Standards by removing trash, product, and soil, and cleaning floors, walls, and ceilings. Follow directions of the Sanitation Supervisor and Leads, adhere to equipment guidelines, and wear specified protective gear at all times. This role requires knowledge of chemical usage, GMPs, and Food Safety procedures, including the ability to read Safety Data Sheets and work in a fast-paced environment. The position is full-time, third shift, with flexible scheduling and overtime availability.
Required Qualifications
- Knowledge of chemical usage, proportions and regulations
- Decision making/problem solving skills and listening skills
- Knowledge of sanitation equipment and tools
- Knowledge of GMPs, Food Safety and Sanitation Procedures
- Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to handle difficult and/or sensitive situations
- Willingness to learn and adhere to proper procedures in safety when working with moving machinery
- Willingness to accept change and work in a team-based environment
- Required to lift up to 50 lbs (garbage removal) and/or up to 70 lbs (if using power hoses)
- Exposure to chemical cleaning solutions (chlorine, acid and detergents) and adherence to safety protocols with these chemicals
- Must have reliable transportation to arrive to/from work site
- Must be flexible with schedule, as shift times could change at customer's request, weekends and overtime may be required or part of the normal work schedule
- Must be able to stand during most of the shift, walking, stooping, bending, reaching and crouching, climbing up/down stairs and ladders
- Work in cold and wet environment (varies; approximately 34 degrees)
- Must be able to wear specified company provided protective gear at all times
Desired Qualifications
- Commitment to customer service
- Great work ethic
- Always working with safety as priority
- Seeking to grow, learn, and strive as a team player
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