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