What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sanitation Technician position at Harlan Bakeries LLC?
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 effectively and safely perform cleaning tasks;
- 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;
- 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 lockout/tagout programs;
- Must be comfortable working at heights involving ladders and scissor-lifts;
- Ability to learn how to clean all plant lines;
- Ability to prioritize work;
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a team to complete assigned tasks;
- Regular and predictable attendance and available to work weekends.
