Sanitation Technician - 3rd shift - Ajinomoto Foods North America
San Diego, CA 92154
About the Job
Position Summary:
Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the sanitation supervisor, responsible for the safe and efficient cleaning and sanitation of production equipment and building facilities in compliance with company, customer and government requirements. |
- Understand and use a variety of approved sanitation chemicals to effectively and safely complete assigned tasks.
- Dry clean production area prior to sanitation operations; remove inedible ingredients from production floor, and ensure remaining combos and vmags are covered and transferred to coolers.
- Must ensure product and ingredients are protected from contamination while completing assigned tasks.
- Report any acts or conditions that may place our product at risk immediately.
- Properly uses all sanitation equipment safely and ensures cleaning steps are completed according to company specifications.
- Cleans machines; pressure washes, foams with approved food grade chemicals, pressure rinse, sanitizes and removes any rust or debris present.
- Responsible for cleaning building and equipment following a Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), including but not limited to; plant grounds, locker rooms, floors, docks, office spaces, disposing of trash, etc.
- Dries and removes all condensation from the walls, ceilings, doors, pipes, etc.
- Protects electrical panels and other sensitive equipment parts prior to washing.
- Operates self-contained cleaning systems or appropriate CIP equipment.
- Report any safety and mechanical problems to department supervisor or team lead immediately.
- Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); recognize and practice Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP).
- Keep assigned area clean, organized and free from safety hazards, including the chemical storage room.
- Responsible for learning safety rules, including LOTO, HAZCOM, PPE, etc.
- Responsible for keeping safety as a high priority for yourself and co-workers around you.
- Account for all assigned cleaning equipment and tools at the end of shift.
- Properly stores all cleaning equipment and tools according to 5S Standards.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Physical demands
- Must be able to bend and lift up to 50 pounds repetitively, while using proper lifting techniques.
- Must be able to stand, sit or walk, for extended periods of time up to 12 hours a day.
- Exposure to temperatures that range from freezing to sub-freezing (coolers, freezers, etc.)
- Must be able to push, pull, squat, bend, and reach above and below shoulders; repetitive use of hands
- Must be able to work overtime and week-ends as necessary.
- 0-6 months experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
- High School Education or GED desired preferred.
- Mechanical aptitude with the capability to learn and follow instructions for disassembly and re-assemble of food processing equipment.
- Self-motivated individual who requires minimal supervision and direction
- Ability to demonstrate excellent safety work habits at all times.
- Ability to work safely, calmly and effectively under pressure.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
- Must be able to work as a member of a team
Pay rate: $19.86/hr base pay + $0.75/hr shift differential.
Source : Ajinomoto Foods North America