2nd Shift Tray Washer

Forsman Farms; Minnesota; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsman Farms is seeking a Tray Washer to maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and proper handling of trays in the food processing area. This role supports compliance with food safety standards and helps ensure smooth plant operations.

You will operate the tray washing equipment, remove residues, replace with clean trays, inspect for damage, and follow GMPs and PPE requirements to keep the workplace safe and efficient. This is a hands-on position in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Able to follow sanitation and safety procedures consistently.
• Capable of performing repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with ability to identify damaged or non-compliant trays.
• Able to stand for the duration of the shift and handle trays as required.

Responsibilities

• Remove residual product from trays prior to washing.
• Operate tray washer equipment to sanitize trays and clear jams as needed.
• Replace soiled trays with clean, sanitized trays to maintain workflow.
• Inspect trays for damage, wear, or defects.
• Follow sanitation procedures, food safety standards and company policies.
• Assist with organization and handling of clean trays and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area following GMPs and PPE requirements.

Skills

Sanitation procedures

Attention to detail

Stamina

Lifting & handling trays

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The Tray Washer is responsible for maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and proper handling of trays used in the food processing environment. This role is essential to ensuring compliance with food safety standards, supporting sanitation protocols, and contributing to efficient plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Remove residual product from trays prior to washing
• Operate correct tray washer equipment to sanitize trays, clearing jams as necessary
• Replace soiled trays with clean, sanitized trays to maintain workflow efficiency
• Inspect trays for damage, wear, or defects
• Follow all sanitation procedures, food safety standards, and company safety policies
• Assist with the organization, storage, and handling of clean trays and related equipment
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety procedures, and wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Qualifications

• Ability to follow sanitation, food safety, and safety procedures consistently
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced production environment
• Attention to detail and ability to identify damaged or non-compliant trays
• Ability to stand for the duration of the work shift
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull trays as required throughout the shift

Resumen del Puesto:

El Lavador de Bandejas es responsable de mantener la limpieza, desinfección y el manejo adecuado de las bandejas utilizadas en el entorno de procesamiento de alimentos. Este puesto es fundamental para garantizar el cumplimiento de las normas de seguridad alimentaria, apoyar los protocolos de saneamiento y contribuir a la eficiencia de las operaciones de la planta.

Responsabilidades Clave

• Retirar los residuos de producto de las bandejas antes del lavado
• Operar correctamente el equipo de lavado de bandejas para su sanitización, despejando atascos cuando sea necesario
• Reemplazar las bandejas sucias con bandejas limpias y sanitizadas para mantener la eficiencia del flujo de trabajo
• Inspeccionar las bandejas para detectar daños, desgaste o defectos
• Cumplir con todos los procedimientos de saneamiento, normas de seguridad alimentaria y políticas de seguridad de la empresa
• Apoyar en la organización, almacenamiento y manejo de bandejas limpias y equipos relacionados
• Mantener un área de trabajo limpia y segura siguiendo las Buenas Prácticas de Manufactura (BPM), los procedimientos de seguridad y el uso del Equipo de Protección Personal (EPP) requerido

Calificaciones

• Capacidad para seguir de manera consistente los procedimientos de saneamiento, seguridad alimentaria y seguridad laboral
• Capacidad para realizar tareas repetitivas en un entorno de producción de ritmo acelerado
• Atención al detalle y capacidad para identificar bandejas dañadas o que no cumplan con los requisitos
• Capacidad para permanecer de pie durante toda la jornada laboral
• Capacidad para levantar, cargar, empujar y jalar bandejas según se requiera durante el turno