Sanitation Technician

Plantbased Innovations is a food manufacturing company focused on yogurts, dairy and cultured products.

Summary/Objective The Sanitation Teche will work with the Sanitation Supervisor to keep the sanitation of the plant with high standards. They will work with all departments to clean, CIP, and COP all equipment, floors, walls, and machinery in the plant.

Key Responsibilities are as followed:

• Complete day to day cleaning and sanitation work duties including cleaning and sanitizing of all production machinery and equipment throughout the plant such as conveyor belts, screens, filters, kettles, pipes, walls, totes, sanding/ oiling drum, tables, and facility housekeeping including plant exterior, and ensure proper cleaning procedures are followed.
• Handle chemicals used in the process of cleaning and sanitation by following safety pre-cautions.
• Complete the removal and disposal of waste and recycling in an effective manner.
• Using ATP bioluminescence device to verify cleaning and sanitation effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot root cause of cleaning and sanitation failure and work on problem solving.
• Observe and follow safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOP) Food Safety Plan (HACCP) and Food Quality Plan (FQP).
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and document cleaning and sanitation activities records.
• Responsible for following the company’s food and safety policies.
• Responsible for reporting any food safety issues to management.
• Responsible for following all the responsibilities outlined in the SOP job responsibilities.

Preferred Skills:

• Be able to lift and move 55lbs or more.
• Use of sanitary equipment
• Be able to climb, bend, pull, and push during all hours of shift.
• Be okay to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime if needed.
• Be able to drive a forklift, and pallet jack.

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule:

• 8-10 Hour Day
• Swing Shift
• Monday to Friday

Hourly: $18-$23 based on experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience.

License/Certification:

• Food Handlers (Preferred)
• HACCP Certification (Preferred)
• SQF Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In Person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Clackamas, OR 97015 (Required)

Work Location: In person