Sanition Technician
Ferrara Pan Candy Co., Inc.

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Sanition TechnicianPosition Summary

Position Summary

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.

Essential Accountabilities

• 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
• Mentor and motivate Janitors and Balers on shift, providing training and development to optimize performance and personal growth
• 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
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned support to Ferrara Candy Company business objectives

Knowledge, Skills, Education and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years sanitation experience in the food-industry preferred
• 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 to include product and associate safety, product quality (success rates), throughput delivery and cost control (minimizing downtime and waste, optimizing yield)

• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office software

Working Conditions

This position requires knowledge and awareness of manufacturing and industrial sites. Protective gear will be required where appropriate. Position requires ability to work varying start times, overtime and weekends dependent on business needs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

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