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 9:30pm – 6:00am
• Exposure to noise and a wet temperature varied environment when in the production area
• Frequent handling of caustic and acidic cleaning chemicals
• 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