3rd shift Sanitation Coordinator

Gorton’s, America’s leader in Frozen Seafood, is seeking Maintenance Mechanic Level 1 at our new processing facility in Lebanon, IN.
Be part of something BIG here at Gorton’s. With the iconic yellow sticker and a catchy jingle, Gorton’s is now reaching more households than ever. As the #1 brand within Frozen Prepared Seafood, we have long been committed to a passion for the consumer and driving growth through innovation. We are looking for equally passionate people to help us fulfill our mission of spreading the goodness of the sea to everyone!

Hours - Sunday to Thursday 10:45pm -7:15am

What you’ll do:
This position will coordinate shift sanitation activities to ensure that all processing and packaging equipment is cleaned and sanitized according to Gorton’s SSOP’s.

• Coordinate and communicate sanitation activities in the plant with the other Sanitation Coordinators and the Production Supervisors daily.


• Ensure that employees responsible for sanitation activities are adequately trained, with documented training records and an up-to-date training matrix maintained


• Perform inspection of cleaned equipment


• Audit, refill and organize chemicals, supplies and soaping machines


• Assist and improve batter and product changeovers


• Works with QC Technician on startups and batter sampling


• Overtime will be required as needed to ensure smooth transition between shifts


• Coordinate with the Sanitation Manager to order supplies


• Verify accuracy and completion of documentation


• Perform housekeeping throughout work area


• Utilize Lockout/Tagout when tasks require


• Perform additional duties as needed

What you’ll need:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English


• Demonstrates sound judgment in decision making.


• Demonstrate proper use of Lockout/Tagout procedures as it applies to the equipment you are operating.


• Ability to engage and collaborate positively with all levels and departments.


• Understanding standards and measurements.


• Math and computer skills.


• Reliable and consistent attendance.


• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment (after a training period) – if required by your role


• Lift up to 60 pounds


• Stand for long periods of time up to 10 hours


• Abide by company GMP and PPE policies


• Perform other duties as assigned


• Meet the internal job posting policy requirements

Who we are:
Since 1849, America has trusted the Gorton’s Fisherman. And for over 175 years, Gorton’s has trusted our employees to work with integrity, pursue their curiosity, respond with agility, work collaboratively, and be passionate about our mission to spread the goodness of the sea by making quality seafood accessible to everyone. We provide a rich opportunity for professional growth, in a fun and collaborative environment, supported by our development and training programs, our generous benefits, work life balance, and the ability to make a difference. We invite you to join our national brand based in Gloucester, Massachusetts.