Sanitation Worker
$37,440–$37,440 year
On-siteHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 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 from the plant while cleaning floors, walls, and ceilings. Follow directions of the Sanitation Supervisor and Leads, adhering to all equipment guidelines and wearing specified protective gear at all times. Knowledge of chemical usage, GMPs, and Food Safety procedures is required, along with the ability to read Safety Data Sheets and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Minimum one year of sanitation experience is necessary.
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
- Previous experience as a janitor, custodian, cleaner, Maintenace team member, production crew member, chemical mixer, third shift, 3rd shift
- Willing to learn and adhere to proper procedures in safety when working with moving machinery
- Willing to accept change and work in a team-based environment
- Minimum 1 year sanitation experience required
- 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 be able to read and understand company documents pertinent to your position
- 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
Desired Qualifications
- commitment to customer service
- great work ethic
- always work with safety as priority
- seeking to grow, learn, and strive as a team player
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