Sanitation Level II - Outside 5-month Term

Grain Millers, Inc.; Yorkton; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus

Premiums- Night and Weekend

Company match RRSP program

Overtime pays.

Health & welfare benefits

Job summary

Grain Millers Canada in Yorkton, SK is hiring for an Outside Sanitation role on a 5-month term, Monday–Friday, 8h days. You will maintain a sanitary production facility, clean railcars, and support food safety and regulatory compliance.

The job involves operating powered equipment, working outdoors in cold weather, and collaborating with sanitation, bulk load-out, production, and maintenance teams. Prior rail-related certs are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating powered mobile equipment is preferred.
• Comfortable working outdoors in extreme cold and snow.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, sanitary facility per the Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Perform equipment and structural cleaning to support food safety and regulatory compliance.
• Clean railcars safely and meet company and customer standards.
• Inspect tracks, switches, and crossings to prevent delays and ensure safe operations.
• Remove snow, ice, and debris from tracks, yard, and crossings as needed.
• Operate rail equipment and assist with switching operations and railcar movements.
• Handle powered equipment (tractors, forklifts, etc.) and perform deep cleaning of production equipment.
• Report sanitation, maintenance, and pest concerns promptly.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Strong communication

Team player

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Rail operations certifications

Job description

Join Grain Millers in Yorkton, SK - where small-town living meets big-time opportunity.

Looking for a fresh start or your next great role in a reputable, stable, and value-driven company? At Grain Millers, we believe in doing the right thing, always. As a trusted North American leader in the food production industry, we're proud of our legacy of quality, safety, and integrity. Now, we're looking for passionate, detail-focused individuals to join our team of difference-makers.

As Outside Sanitation you will be responsible for maintaining the mill premises in a sanitary condition. You will also be responsible for cleaning rail cars safely and efficiently while adhering to company and customer requirements. This position is a 5-month term running approximately from November - March

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary facility by completing tasks outlined in the Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Perform equipment and structural cleaning to support food safety, HACCP, and regulatory compliance.
• Clean railcars safely and efficiently while meeting company and customer standards.
• Perform regular inspections on tracks, switch and crossings to ensure smooth operations and avoid operational delays
• Responsible for timely removal of snow, ice and debris on tracks, yard, switches and crossings
• Avoid snow and ice accumulation in switches and tracks which could create delays and safety risks
• Inspect, apply, document, and verify vessel seals.
• Operate rail equipment, including assisting with switching operations, coupling and uncoupling railcars, and moving railcars using specialized equipment.
• Operate a variety of powered equipment including tractors, skid steers, forklifts, aerial lifts, loaders, sweepers, snow removal equipment, and other mobile equipment.
• Perform deep cleaning of production equipment.
• Properly maintain sanitation tools and equipment.
• Report sanitation, maintenance, and pest control concerns promptly.
• Complete required documentation and work orders accurately.
• Work collaboratively with the Sanitation, Bulk Load-Out, Production, and Maintenance teams.
• Follow all company policies related to safety, food safety, GMPs, environmental standards, and ethical conduct.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience operating powered mobile equipment.
• Ability to obtain required certifications and licenses related to rail operations and equipment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Must be comfortable working in an environment with exposure to weather extremes, including extreme cold and heavy snow.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow written procedures and accurately complete documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of food safety, GMPs, sanitation practices, or pest control is considered an asset.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces.
• Ability to repeatedly climb ladders and stairs and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a grain processing environment with exposure to dust, gluten, allergens, and varying temperatures.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, when required.

Hours of work

This position will be working 8hr/DAY Monday – Friday schedule.

Enjoy a competitive compensation package with a variety of perks:

• Quarterly Bonus
• Premiums- Night and Weekend.
• Company match RRSP program
• Overtime pays.
• Health & welfare benefits (Medical, dental, Vision, LTD, STD, etc.)

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