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Sanitation Technician

Apple Valley Foods, US - Inc.

Chaska, MNJobNo compensation foundPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Chaska, MN
Work Authorization
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Job overview

Apple Valley Foods, US - Inc. is hiring a Sanitation Technician. The Sanitation Technician supports the Company's sanitation food safety program by focusing on proper cleaning and sanitizing of plant equipment and building. This role ensures compliance with all food safety policies, FDA, and OSHA regulations.

Key focus areas include Perform basic wash area duties including running a pan washer and cleaning utensils by hand, Perform basic machine disassembly/setup for cleaning, including covers and piping, and Complete cleaning tasks according to Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs).

Preferred (not required): Cleaning Utensils, Machine Disassembly/Setup For Cleaning, Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures, and Recognize Equipment Needing Deep Cleaning.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Cleaning UtensilsMachine Disassembly/Setup for CleaningSanitation Standard Operating ProceduresRecognize Equipment Needing Deep CleaningProper Chemical UsageJanitorial DutiesReport Safety ConcernsComply With Safety RequirementsBasic Knowledge of Pre-Rinse/Wash/Rinse/Sanitize StepsBasic Knowledge of Top-Down Washing SequenceBasic Knowledge of Sanitation Chemical UsageBasic Knowledge of Lock Out/Tag Out ProgramsLearn to Clean All Plant LinesWork IndependentlyWork as a Team

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDOne Year Working in a Food Plant as a SanitorRegular and Predictable AttendanceAvailable to Work Weekends During Peak Periods

Full job description

Sanitation Technician

Summary

Title:Sanitation Technician

ID:1058

Location:Austin, MN

Department:Operations

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Description

Overview

The Sanitation Technician is responsible for supporting the Company's sanitation food safety program by focusing on proper cleaning and sanitizing of plant equipment and building in a manner that meets and complies with all food safety policies, FDA and OSHA regulations.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform basic wash area duties including running a pan washer, cleaning utensils by hand when needed, etc.;

  • Perform basic machine disassembly/setup for cleaning (e.g., covers, piping, cover electrical with plastic);

  • Complete cleaning tasks per Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs);

  • Recognize and address equipment needing deep cleaning;

  • Properly use chemicals to perform cleaning tasks effectively and safely;

  • Perform basic janitorial duties (e.g., emptying garbage, sweeping, stocking supplies, cleaning restrooms, break rooms and common areas);

  • Report employee safety, food safety, and quality concerns to appropriate personnel;

  • Comply with all employee safety/food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures;

  • Perform other required tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred;

  • Minimum one year working in a food plant as a sanitor cleaning equipment/machines preferred but not required;

  • Basic knowledge of pre-rinse/wash/rinse/sanitize steps;

  • Basic knowledge of top-down washing sequence for proper food safety;

  • Basic knowledge of sanitation chemical usage;

  • Basic knowledge of lock out/tag out programs;

  • Ability to learn how to clean all plant lines;

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a team to complete assigned tasks;

  • Regular and predictable attendance and available to work weekends during peak periods.

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