Frito Lay Sanitation Technician (Lethbridge)

Socket.dev; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Career growth

Sustainability initiatives

Job summary

PepsiCo in Lethbridge seeks a Sanitation Technician to maintain sanitation, food safety, and housekeeping standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will support audits, lead changeovers, and coach teammates on best practices.

Shifts are Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM with potential flex shifts; Level 2 training may precede qualification. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform sanitation activities to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Execute cleaning and sanitation procedures during production shutdowns.
• Ensure compliance with the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) and complete assigned sanitation tasks.
• Address audit findings and support corrective actions arising from audits and inspections.
• Demonstrate expertise in WHMIS requirements and safe chemical handling practices.
• Lead and support sanitation activities during product changeovers.
• Support waste room cleaning, sanitation tool cleaning, and related duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Tools

WHMIS

Scissor Lift

Job description

Overview

The Sanitation Technician is a key contributor to producing the highest quality products at the Lethbridge Manufacturing Facility. This role is responsible for helping balance our four imperatives: People, Quality, Service, and Cost through the execution of sanitation, food safety, and housekeeping programs. The Sanitation Technician plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, clean, and audit-ready manufacturing environment while supporting production efficiency and product quality.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs.
• A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole self to work.
• Inspiring positive change for people and the planet through sustainability initiatives.
• A supportive team that encourages professional growth and development

Compensation:

$33.37 per hour (Level 2) + applicable shift differential. Successful candidates may begin at Level 1 training rates ($30.23/hr) until Level 2 qualifications are achieved.

Shift:

Monday to Friday, Afternoon Shift (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM)

Candidates must be willing to flex shifts as required to support operational and sanitation coverage needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform sanitation activities to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.
• Execute cleaning and sanitation procedures during production shutdowns.
• Ensure compliance with the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) and complete assigned sanitation tasks.
• Address audit findings and support corrective actions arising from third-party audits, self-inspections, and sanitation assessments.
• Demonstrate expertise in WHMIS requirements and safe chemical handling practices.
• Promote and communicate GMP, Food Safety, and sanitation standards to employees, visitors, and contractors.
• Support and coach team members on sanitation, housekeeping, and food safety best practices.
• Lead and support sanitation activities associated with product changeovers.
• Assist with developing and implementing sanitation and changeover best practices.
• Perform fryer boil-outs and support micro-testing activities.
• Provide relief coverage for sanitation leadership functions when required.
• Support waste room cleaning, cart cleaning programs, and sanitation tool cleaning activities.
• Perform janitorial coverage and sanitation support duties as required.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach.
• Ability to motivate self and others to achieve results.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Previous experience in Food Safety, AIB, Health and Safety, forklift operation, or sanitation is considered an asset.
• Scissor Lift and Working at Heights certifications are considered assets; forklift certification is an asset.
• Good employment history demonstrated through attendance and performance records.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to cleaning chemicals, sanitation equipment, and varying production conditions.
• Ability to perform frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, and cleaning activities throughout the shift.
• Ability to complete all required Safety, Quality, Food Safety, and GMP training and adhere to site policies and procedures.

Power the Brands People Love

From the products on shelves to the moments consumers share every day, PepsiCo's frontline teams make it happen. Through the essential work of making, moving, and selling our products, you bring beloved brands like Lay's, Quaker, and Gatorade into homes and communities around the world.

Here, you'll build skills, work with a company that values its people, and grow with opportunities designed for your success today and for the long run. Join us and be part of a team that works together, takes pride in what we deliver, and creates smiles every day.