Hillside - Sanitation Operator - 2nd Shift

Stratas Foods; Hillside (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Stratas Foods in Hillside, NJ is seeking a Sanitation Operator for the 2nd shift. This full-time role offers compensation up to USD 21.80 per hour with on-location work in Hillside, NJ.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED and at least 6 months of sanitation experience. Candidates should be able to read MSDS, follow written and verbal instructions, and work safely in a production environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 6 months experience in a sanitation role.
• Ability to read and comprehend MSDS (Materials Safety Data Sheets).
• Ability to read and follow instructions, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Clean/sanitize assigned production areas following SSOPs.
• Operate industrial truck to transport materials within the plant.
• Clean, sanitize and disassemble/assemble equipment per procedures.
• Follow GMP, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Complete all required documentation for procedures performed.
• Assist in other sanitation tasks as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

Skills

MSDS reading

Safety awareness

Following procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hillside - Sanitation Operator - 2nd Shift

• Full-time
• Work Location: Hillside
• Compensation: up to USD 21.80 - hourly

Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressings, mayonnaise and sauces. Stratas Foods was formed in October 2008 as a 50/50 joint venture between ACH Food Companies (ACH) and Archer Daniels Midland (ADM).

Manufacturing facilities are located in Dallas and Houston, TX; Decatur and Quincy,IL; Englewood, NJ; Hillside, NJ; Fresno, CA; Nashville, TN; and Valdosta, GA. Corporate offices are located in Memphis, TN.We arecommitted to maintaining a progressive workplace by utilizing the ideas, skills and talents of all of our employees. We strive to makeStratas Foodsa great place to work and are building a team capable of meeting our business goals.

2nd Shift Position

Description:

The Sanitation Operator will be responsible for keeping areas in the production and or administrative areas clean and in orderly condition as assigned by leadership. This operation is to be performed keeping safety as a primary objective and following established GMP, Safety, Regulatory and Stratas Foods procedures and policies.

• Responsible for supporting the plant's food safety culture and complying with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements applicable to the position.
• Clean/ sanitize assigned areas by following SSOPs
• Protect, cover, or remove boxes, material, or other industrial equipment that may be affected by the sanitation process.
• Collect and properly dispose of major dirt and /or product left over on production department floors or pans.
• Clean / prewash heavy oil, grease, and visible dirt from machines, overhead pipes, and conveyors.
• Wash walls and ceiling.
• Transport trash and waste to proper disposal area.
• Start pump to force cleaning solution through production machinery, piping or vats.
• Clean, sanitize, disassemble, and assemble equipment according to company procedures.
• Clean processing equipment, overhead pipes, and conveyors.
• Scrub processing tanks, vats, and kettles.
• Clean floors with mop and/or use electrical scrubber.
• Operate industrial truck to transport materials within plant.
• Must be trained to use cleaning chemicals according to OSHA guidelines.
• Complete all required documentation for procedures performed.
• Performs other cleaning duties of a similar nature as assigned by Supervisor and/or Manager.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Related Experience: Previous relevant experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment or commercial cleaning.

• High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Experience reading and understanding MSDS (Materials Safety Data Sheets)
• 6 months experience in a Sanitation role.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short memos.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• No direct reports but must be able to direct other plant personnel who are assisting in the sanitation process.
• Bilingual is a plus

Physical: Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds, climb stairs, lift, bend, kneel, stand for long periods of time, work in confined spaces, and work with heights

Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law, including but not limited to, on the basis of race or color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, mental or physical disability, family status/marital status, military/veteran status, and any other legally protected status.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision-The Employer will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Employer’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)