Sanitation Technician - Seasonal

Refresco Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Refresco Group in Calgary is seeking a sanitation technician to ensure the highest quality products by maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of production lines in a fast-paced beverage manufacturing environment.

The role requires knowledge of GMPs, WHMIS certification, and the ability to lift 60 lbs regularly; manufacturing experience is preferred. This is a full-time on-site position in Alberta, Canada.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or certificate.
• 3–5 years manufacturing experience.
• WHMIS certified and familiar with safety protocols.
• Able to lift 60 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sanitation of production lines according to SOPs.
• Follow GMPs and PPE requirements.
• Assist with cleaning chemicals and inventory.
• Support cross-functional teams to improve yields.

Skills

WHMIS cert

Equipment knowledge

Lift 60 lbs

English communication

Education

High School cert

Job description

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

We are the world’s largest bottler for retailers and A-brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe and North America. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think: how wouldYOU put our drinks on every table?

Summary Description:

Reporting to the Quality Supervisor the sanitation technician is responsible for providing the customer with the highest quality product in an efficient and cost effective manner. The sanitation technician is responsible for following cleaning and sanitation requirements for the production lines to ensure quality of the finished product.

Key Accountabilities:

The following are essential duties and responsibilities for this position:

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas.
• Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per quality standards and/or Safe Quality Food requirements
• Works closely with all departments to maintain cleanliness standards, increase efficiencies and yields and eliminate damaged products.
• Determine priorities for cleaning either through directions provided by QA Supervisor or through consultation of the Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Mix required chemicals in according to procedures.
• Operate all equipment when needed for cleaning correctly and complete all chemical concentration monitoring as described in Standard Operating Procedures.
• Complete accurate inventory counts and keep equipment and chemical storage areas clean and tidy.
• Store all chemicals and safety equipment properly.
• Provide training to new personnel.
• Complete special projects and other reasonable duties as assigned by Management.
• Complete Filter Change Log book as required.
• Other duties as required.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Must have an operational knowledge of all equipment on the production floor
• Awareness of chemicals that are in use in the facility and WHMIS certification
• Ability to routinely lift 60lbs
• Ability to perform duties within a high stress/pressure environment
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written (English)

Education and Experience:

• High School Certification
• 3-5 years relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment

Working Conditions:

• Physical-Continuously standing or walking. Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight.
• Visual/Sensory-This position requires regular need to give moderate attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Work environment- Work and environment are very repetitive.
• Mental Stress- There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, production quotas, accuracy or similar demands.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Refresco is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Refresco does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.