Sanitation Associate

Misfits Market; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical dental vision

401(k)

Grocery box credit

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Commuter benefits

Hourly $18.00

Job summary

Misfits Market is seeking a Sanitation Associate to maintain cleanliness and sanitary conditions across our refrigerated facility, ensuring GMP, HACCP, and OSHA standards are met. You will support day-to-day operations and assist with logging donations and proper disposal of damaged items.

We offer strong benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), a weekly grocery box credit, life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, sick days, commuter benefits, and hourly pay of $18.00.

Qualifications

• Experience in a food distribution, manufacturing, or warehouse environment.
• Comfortable working in a refrigerated environment (36 degrees).

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with company policies and food safety standards (GMP, HACCP, OSHA).
• Perform sanitation- and hygiene-related duties as assigned by Maintenance Tech.
• Monitor chemical dilution of detergents and food contact sanitizers.
• Address hazards in the FC such as puddles and waste build-up.
• Escalate sanitation issues to Maintenance Tech.
• Prepare and log donations for donation partners.
• Dispose of damaged items properly.
• Maintain a safe, clean warehouse and proper product storage.
• Monitor sanitation inventory and coordinate reorders.
• May use computers or tablets for record-keeping.
• Support Operations with different duties as needed.

Skills

Strong interpersonal communication

Job description

Misfits Market is a mission-driven, high-growth startup dedicated to reducing food waste and making shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable. We deliver organic produce, high-quality meats and seafood, plant-based proteins, dairy, bakery, wine, and other grocery items to nearly every zip code in 48 states at up to 30 percent off traditional grocery store prices. In 2022, Misfits Market acquired sustainable e-grocer Imperfect Foods and now leverages its in-house transportation network to deliver directly to consumers with one of the most carbon-efficient grocery delivery models on the market. By tackling inefficiencies in the food system, our passionate and motivated team of problem solvers helps save an average of 500,000 pounds of food per week from waste or lesser outcomes , with an all-time savings of 190+ million pounds of food As Misfits we support our customers and mission by embracing our core values of: Prioritizing our Customers Doing more with less Thinking Differently Respecting one another Moving deliberately and quickly Taking initiative and delivering At Misfits Market, our customers choose us for what we - quite literally - bring to the table: foods that may look a little different but are still fresh and safe to eat. The Sanitation associate will assist with the day-to-day operations within the Sanitation Department. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that all parts of the facility are cleaned and in sanitary condition for the safety of our team and our customers.

What we do for you:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1200 paid in weekly installments
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick days
• Commuter benefits
• Hourly Compensation - $18.00/Hour

Schedule: Thursday-Monday 6:30am-3:00pm

What you will do:

• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures, including food safety rules, safe handling of materials, and following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Perform sanitation- and hygiene-related duties as assigned by Maintenance Tech using approved cleaning procedures and practices.
• Monitor chemical dilution of detergents and food contact sanitizers..
• Proactively assess and address hazards in the FC such as puddles, unclean food surfaces, and waste build-up.
• Escalate any sanitation issues to the Maintenance Tech.
• Prepare and log donations for our donation partners.
• Assist with logging and appropriately disposing of damaged items.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized warehouse environment, including proper storage of products and adherence to safety protocols.
• Monitor and maintain sanitation inventory levels, partnering with the Maintenance Tech for reorders.
• May use computers or tablets for record-keeping, communication, and training.
• Support Operations with different duties as needed.

Who you are:

• Authorized to work in the United States
• Experience in a food distribution, manufacturing, or warehouse environment
• Comfortable working in a refrigerated environment (36 degrees).
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Strong interpersonal communication

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, bend, squat, climb, reach, and kneel
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Sedentary work; involves sitting some of the time
• Standing desks and/or other ergonomic accommodation is available upon request
• Occasional movement around the office may be necessary
• Regular work with computers, including keyboards, mouses, and screens
• Regular use of mobile devices, including smartphones and tablets
• Able to work in cold temperatures in a refrigerated environment