Sanitation Technician 3rd Shift
Ferrara Pan Candy Co., Inc.

Job Info

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Job Location: DeKalb

Want to make an impact?

The Sanitation Technician will plan, direct, and control daily and nightly cleaning activities to meet established standards. Position is responsible for following proper procedures to clean industrialized equipment, ensure adherence to food safety standards and assist in minimizing down time.

Ways you will make a difference

• Manage plant sanitation procedures, programs and regulatory requirements, ensuring all plant equipment is clean and safe for production
• Strictly adhere to sanitation, GMP, and safety standards
• Perform cleaning and sanitation activities according to Master Sanitation Schedules for the facility interior and exterior and ensure superior sanitation of equipment and surrounding areas
• Participate in regular meetings with plant management to discuss quality and sanitation improvements
• Facilitate problem resolution related to sanitation and sanitation quality issues
• Follow up on work orders with the appropriate associates to ensure expeditious performance of the requested work
• Monitor the Chemical storage and dispense the appropriate concentration for cleaning activities
• Receive and track sanitary and chemical inventory
• Monitor sanitation team in the use of chemicals and proper safety procedures, checking inventory levels of chemicals and ordering supplies when necessary
• Understand and demonstrate the Company's core values and operating principles
• Perform other duties as assigned to support Ferrara's business objectives

Skills that will make you successful

• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals
• Basic knowledge of HACCP, BRC food safety and GMP principles
• Sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines; self-directed
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize; ability to work under pressure and meet established goals and objectives
• Demonstrated knowledge of efficient and safe manufacturing operations

Experiences that will support your success

• Minimum of 2 years sanitation experience in the food-industry preferred
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office software

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