Clean-In-Place Technician- Night Shift

Socket.dev; Mount Jackson (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowman Andros Products is seeking a Clean-In-Place Technician to maintain equipment cleanliness and operate sanitation systems on production lines. You will follow all sanitation policies, run CIP procedures, and assist with daily sanitation tasks in a fast-paced facility.

The role requires 1 year CIP experience, knowledge of food safety practices, and the ability to work evenings, nights or weekends. Candidates must be able to lift and handle cleaning equipment and work around chemicals.

Qualifications

• Requires experience in sanitation and CIP.
• Must meet food safety standards and follow SOPs.
• Ability to read/execute written instructions and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Perform CIP and sanitation on all lines and equipment.
• Follow SOPs and maintain clean, safe production areas.
• Complete sanitation documents and logs accurately.
• Maintain cleanliness of production surfaces and facility.
• Operate sanitation equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Food Safety

CIP experience

Attention to safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary:

The Clean-In-Place Technician (CIP Tech) is responsible for efficiently and thoroughly maintaining Plant / Manufacturing equipment cleanliness and the operation of sanitation equipment and chemicals. The CIP Tech will follow all Sanitation and Food Safety policies and procedures to maintain a clean and safe production environment that meets and exceeds Company, customer, industry and regulatory standards and specifications.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Perform CIP and Sanitation operations on all process and packaging lines, support equipment, fillers, mixers, etc., within company policies and procedures.
• Follow and adhere to standard operating procedures (SOP’s).
• Assist in daily, weekly, monthly and yearly Sanitation duties.
• Responsible for accurate completion of documents, records and the posting of CIP times.
• Maintain a positive relationship between all departments and staff.
• Responsible for maintaining sanitation supplies / materials.
• Responsible for the grounds, machine cleanliness, and production surfaces in the facility.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe facility.
• Safely operate all sanitation equipment, to include brushes, air hoses, steam cleaners, water hoses, floor driers, and all CIP equipment as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in Food Safety and prior CIP experience required, with a minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role.
• Regular and reliable attendance required.
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills are required and used daily.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Evening, overnight and weekend work is required.
• Must be able to follow all safety procedures.
• Must be able to work with extremely hot water and a variety of chemicals.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to work efficiently and effectively.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities change quickly.
• Willing to work as part of a team.
• Basic Computer skills preferred.
• Must be able to communicate with all levels of management and maintenance.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The CIP Tech is required to work on the production floor. While performing the duties of this job, the associate frequently will be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme heat and/or cold, and may involve exposure to chemicals. The associate occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high precarious places, and has the risk of exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and the risk of electrical shock. The incumbent will be exposed to loud noises from production equipment and thus will be required to wear PPE. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but may be high at times due to production and mechanical equipment noise.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be performed by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, twist and reach for long periods of time for the duration of the shift. The associate frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, sit, crouch, or crawl. Associates must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull, and balance up to 100 pounds. This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of associates under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty. I understand that signing this job description does not create a contract of employment nor guarantee employment for any definite period of time. Bowman Andros Products reserves the right to change this job description as needed.