QA Sanitation Tech - Natural Grocers

Job in a Nutshell:

The Food Safety Sanitation Technician position is responsible for cleaning of the production equipment, production rooms, and general warehouse.  This position will be responsible for developing and following Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP).  The Sanitation Technician will be required to perform cleaning to keep production on schedule and complete all required documentation.  The sanitation program is a process preventive control as required by FDA, and therefore requires completion of necessary certifications for FSMA compliance.

The hours required for this position are:
Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm

Friday 6:00am to 2:30pm 

Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.

10/29/2024

Main Ingredients:

1. Knowledge of production schedules and changeovers requiring machine disassembly
2. Knowledge of machine change parts required for specific products
3. Disassembles, cleans and reassembles baggers and related equipment to meet production schedule
4. Performs post-sanitation inspections of production equipment; assists with allergen swabs on clean equipment
5. Washes containers, tubs and utensils for production
6. Maintains sanitation logs of equipment, floors, walls and any other daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules for production and storage areas
7. Operates baler for recycling of cardboard and plastic
8. Operates floor scrubber, pallet jack, and scissor lift as needed
9. Maintains dust control in the production areas
10. Maintains adequate inventory of cleaning supplies
11. Assists with developing SSOP’s as needed to meet FDA requirements and startup of new equipment
12. Performs all duties in compliance with company policies and procedures
13. Maintains grounds free of litter and debris
14. Assists QA with any sanitation or food safety related duties
15. Obtains NGVC internal certifications for sanitation to meet FSMA compliance
16. Participates in monthly facility audits with Quality Assurance

Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.

Recipe for Success:

1. High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience is required
2. Must obtain level 3 Food Safety and GMP certifications within 1 year
3. Current valid driver’s license with reliable transportation is required
4. Minimum 1 year experience in food production sanitation preferred
5. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices in food production required
6. Ability to read, write and speak English clearly and concisely is required
7. Strong communication skills; ability to work with various members of staff and management
8. Able to work in different seasonal climates and temperature changes
9. Flexible to schedule changes
10. Forklift experience preferred
11. Excellent attention to detail and able to meet all deadlines

This job description is not an employment contract.  It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities.  The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice.  Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to him/her by their manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.

Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:

All Crew Members

• Birthday Bonus Pay 
• Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually) 
• Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
• Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure 
• Paid Nutrition Education 
• good4u Crew Member Discount  
• {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program) 
• Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases  
• Advancement Opportunities and Career Development 
• Health and Wellness Program  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   
• Employee Referral Program

Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• Paid Parental Leave  
• Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance) 
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance  
• Company Paid Life Insurance 
• Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance   
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match  
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match 

Diversity Statement

At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.

At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.

Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:

Physical and Environmental Demands:                              

N = Never

O = Occasional; 1-33% of time

F = Frequent; 34-66% of time

C = Constant; 67-100% of time

Physical Requirements:

Must have the ability to occasionally lift or carry up to 50 lbs.

Must have the ability to occasionally push or pull up to 30 lbs.

Must be able to constantly use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.

Must be able to constantly sit, use fine motor manipulations, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.

Must be able to frequently grip, bend, twist, and turn.

Must be able to occasionally walk, stand, squat, kneel, and reach above chest as needed.

Environmental Requirements:

Must be able to work occasionally with cold, heat, sharp tools and equipment, noise, contact stress, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.