Sanitation Associate

 

Job Duties

• Wash and sanitize all production equipment and utensils; ensures they are free of dirt, soybeans, soy skin, soymilk, Okara, tofu bits and protein haze.
• Ensure that all floors are free of garbage such as tofu bits, soy skins, Okara, caps, plastic film, soy beans, paper, etc.
• Ensure that garbage is not be dumped into drains but is swept and dumped into the garbage bins.
• Prior to pressure washing or general rinsing of any equipment, properly covers all electrical components to prevent water from damaging the equipment.
• Follow all the working procedures, using the correct cleaning chemicals and correct concentration of the cleaning chemicals.
• Follow all the safety-working procedures and wear all the correct personal protective equipment when working.
• Report any machinery problems to Sanitation Lead Hand or to Maintenance staff. Perform pre-op and post-checks with team members.
• Perform sanitation checklist.
• Carry out special assignments given by QA Manager.
• Carry out production related assignments as required.
• Participate in root cause analysis.

 

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent qualification
• Some experience in working in a food manufacturing plant is an asset
• Good verbal and written English language skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Self-starter
• Detail oriented and ability to work well under pressure and with minimal supervision.
• Able/willing to work graveyard shift

 

Work Conditions

• Permanent Full-time position (40 hours per week)
• Work is performed in production facility
• Regular shift work / Regular shift work from 10:30pm - 7:00am
• Exposure to noise and a wet temperature varied environment when in the production area
• Heavy lifting
• Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays as required to meet business needs
• Wearing of company provided Uniform and other Personal Protective Equipment is required as applicable