Sanitation Cleaner

Ya Ya Foods; Belleville; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Ya YA Foods, located in Belleville, Ontario, is seeking a proactive Sanitation Associate to maintain cleanliness and safety across production, warehouses, labs and common areas. You will follow GMP/HACCP guidelines, read MSDS labels and ensure proper handling of chemicals while supporting a hygienic work environment.

Responsibilities include cleaning, disinfecting surfaces, restocking supplies, performing daily floor care, and keeping accurate cleaning records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Scissor lift and forklift license an added advantage.
• Good understanding of MSDS and WHMIS.
• Create and maintain an efficient, hygienic, and positive working environment.
• Skill in organization, time management, prioritization, and the ability to meet deadlines for multiple tasks.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and quality of support and service.
• Self-starter and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to stand for an extended period of time.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with all levels of management.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting is an asset.
• Team player and able to work with minimal supervision.
• NB: Successful candidates will be required to provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and disinfecting all common areas (lunchroom and washroom), production areas, warehouses, exterior premises and labs.
• Sweep and mop the floors on a daily basis.
• Empty all trash and recycling bins and dispose of waste appropriately.
• Refill soap and hand towels.
• Be able to work at heights to clean.
• Use safety signs to prevent incidents and accidents (e.g., wet floor signs).
• Restock cleaning supplies and keep the team leader updated about inventory and maintenance issues.
• Report on potential issues to management.
• Understand the Standard Operating Procedures and inspection regulations.
• Read chemical labels or MSDS and properly handle chemicals.
• Understand labels, packages, and basic measurements.
• Complete forms and maintain cleaning records.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and management to address any cleaning-related concerns or issues.
• Implement GMP and HACCP procedures that relate to cleanliness, food safety and pest control.
• Observe all safety rules and promote a safe working environment.
• Maintain strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Compliance with Health & Safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems including Production, Quality, Food Safety and GMP.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Self-starter

Team player

Safety awareness

MSDS/WHMIS knowledge

Forklift license

Scissor lift license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com.

A career at Ya YA Foods will offer you the opportunity to…

• Build a career, not just have a job
• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
• Become part of a teamwork focused culture
• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path

Reports to: Sanitation Manager

Responsibilities:

• Cleaning and disinfecting allcommon areas(lunchroom and washroom), production areas, warehouses, exterior premises and labs.
• Sweep and mop the floors on daily basis.
• Empty all trash and recycling bins and dispose of waste inappropriate receptacles.
• Refill soap and hand towels.
• B e able to work at heights to clean.
• Use safety signs to prevent incidents and accidents (e.g., wet floor signs).
• Restock cleaning supplies and keep the team leader updated about inventory and maintenance issues.
• Report on potential issuestomanagement.
• Understand the Standard Operating Procedures and inspection regulations.
• Read chemical labels or Materials Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and properly handle chemicals.
• Understand labels, packages, and basic measurements.
• Complete forms andmaintaincleaning records.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and management to address any cleaning-related concerns or issues.
• Implement all GMP and HACCP procedures that relate to cleanliness, food safety and pest control with the facility.
• Observe all safety rules and promote a safe working environment with team members.
• Maintain strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Compliance with all rules and policiesregardingHealth & Safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which include, butisnot limited to, Production, Quality, Food Safety and GMP.
• Other duties as assigned.

Profile:

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Possessing Scissor lift and forklift licenseisan added advantage.
• Good understanding of MSDS and WHMIS.
• Create andmaintainan efficient, hygienic, and positive working environment.
• Skill in organization, time management, prioritization, and the ability to meet deadlines for multiple tasks.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and quality of support and service.
• Self-starter and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to stand for an extendedperiod of time.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with all levels of management.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting is an asset.
• Team player and able to work with minimal supervision.
• NB: Successful candidates willbe requiredto provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit.

Why Join Us

We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 30-years . This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.

Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.

“We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.”

About Ya YA Foods:

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com.

A career at Ya YA Foods will offer you the opportunity to…

• Build a career, not just have a job
• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
• Become part of a teamwork focused culture
• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path

Reports to: Sanitation Manager

Responsibilities:

• Cleaning and disinfecting allcommon areas(lunchroom and washroom), production areas, warehouses, exterior premises and labs.
• Sweep and mop the floors on daily basis.
• Empty all trash and recycling bins and dispose of waste inappropriate receptacles.
• Refill soap and hand towels.
• B e able to work at heights to clean.
• Use safety signs to prevent incidents and accidents (e.g., wet floor signs).
• Restock cleaning supplies and keep the team leader updated about inventory and maintenance issues.
• Report on potential issuestomanagement.
• Understand the Standard Operating Procedures and inspection regulations.

• Read chemical labels or Materials Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and properly handle chemicals.
• Understand labels, packages, and basic measurements.
• Complete forms andmaintaincleaning records.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and management to address any cleaning-related concerns or issues.
• Implement all GMP and HACCP procedures that relate to cleanliness, food safety and pest control with the facility.
• Observe all safety rules and promote a safe working environment with team members.
• Maintain strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Compliance with all rules and policiesregardingHealth & Safety, occupational safety, environmental safety, food safety, legal regulations, company requirements, etc.
• Compliance with the Company's Integrated Management Systems which include, butisnot limited to, Production, Quality, Food Safety and GMP.
• Other duties as assigned.

Profile:

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Possessing Scissor lift and forklift licenseisan added advantage.
• Good understanding of MSDS and WHMIS.
• Create andmaintainan efficient, hygienic, and positive working environment.
• Skill in organization, time management, prioritization, and the ability to meet deadlines for multiple tasks.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and quality of support and service.
• Self-starter and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to stand for an extendedperiod of time.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills to interact with all levels of management.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting is an asset.
• Team player and able to work with minimal supervision.
• NB: Successful candidates willbe requiredto provide photo ID, banking details, a valid SIN number, and (if applicable) a valid work permit.

Why Join Us

We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 30-years . This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.

Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.

“We are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.”

Continental Rotational - 12 hour rotating day and night shifts
84 hours biweekly