Sanitation Associate -3rd Shift

Rich Products Corporation; Minnesota; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Parental leave

Family planning support

Associate resource groups

Job summary

Rich Products Corporation in Motley, MN is seeking a Sanitation Associate for the 3rd shift. You will clean and sanitize production lines and plant areas, following GMPs and safety procedures, and you may train other associates in sanitation operations.

Physical work includes lifting up to 50 pounds and operating cleaning equipment. You will rotate through different machinery areas, handle lock-out/tag-out and chemical handling protocols, and ensure clean, safe production environments consistent

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One year work experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• One- to three-year working experience in Sanitation.
• Ability to train other Associates in Sanitation/Environmental operations.
• Follows GMPs and safety procedures; physical capability to lift 10–50 pounds and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes production lines and general plant areas.
• Covers electrical panels/outlets before washing; prevents overspray.
• Removes and cleans machine parts; reassembles after cleaning.
• Ensures drains and waste containers are clean and functional.
• Operates pallet jack, scissor lift, forklift; rotates sanitation tasks as needed.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Sanitation experience

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lock Out Tag Out certification

Chemical Handling certification

Powered equipment operation

Job description

Sanitation Associate -3rd Shift

Location

Motley, MN, US, 56466

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s′—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

The Sanitation Associate is responsible for ensuring that sanitation is compliant with company standards and policies.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

Cleans and sanitizes the production lines in LIP1, LIP2, and LINP.
Cleans and sanitizes the general plant according to Master Sanitation Schedule
Covers all electrical panels/outlets before washing
Ensures that working lines are protected from overspray and cross contamination
Cleans and sanitizes production areas as defined in department specific cleaning form,
Removes machine parts (belts, rollers, guards, etc.) and takes to be cleaned and sanitized — reassembles once cleaned
Ensures internal drains are clean and working
Maintains plant cleanliness ( i.e., waste receptacles, carts, plastic pallets)
Maintains Parts cleaning rooms — including parts organization, cleaning supplies, brushes, buckets, floor squeegees.
Cleans other plant areas per master sanitation schedule — nonproduction areas
Uses motorized pallet jack, scissor lift, and forklift to access or move equipment
Rotates positions to learn the complexities of cleaning each piece of machinery
Performs other assigned duties as required
SAFETY
Follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and all other food safety requirements
Performs Lock-Out Tag-Out per posted procedures to ensure machinery is safe to work on
Must be certified in Lock Out Tag Out and Chemical Handling
May be certified in the use of the motorized Pallet Jack, Scissor Lift, Forklift

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

High School Diploma or GED
Demonstrate ability to understand and take directions
One year work experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
One- to three-year working experience in Sanitation
Must have the ability to train other Associates in Sanitation/Environmental operations
Communicatesclearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; responds well to question
Contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts the success of the team above his/her own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed; maintains a positive attitude; generates ideas and suggestions that improve the team’s performance, the efficiency of the process or the quality of the products
Treats people from own and other cultures with respect; works with honesty and integrity; upholds organizational values
Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to thehours of work when necessary to reach goals; is consistently at work and on time
Must be able to deal with sudden changes in scheduling; working longer hours as necessary; filling in on other positions to help out when needed
Able to handle problems and think through to solutions. Knows when to act independently or in teams and when to involve the Team Leader or Supervisor
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to sit, stand and walk about the facility.
Be able to safely lift items from 10-50 pounds – boxes, scrap bins, garbage bins, machine parts, belts – ask for help for lifting heavier items
Ability to operate powered equipment.
Ability to use a full range of motion in both arms, hands, and legs..
Ability to work on concrete floors in a cool, wet and damp environment.

COMPENSATION

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$20.60-$20.60

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity , standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Associate Experience Network at [e-mail] if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

BRINGING YOUR BEST SELF TO WORK.

As a family-owned company, caring for our associates—their whole selves is a top priority. That’s why we provide benefits and tools to help our people balance the integration of work and life:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Family planning support
• Associate resource groups
• Volunteering & community impact opportunities
• Holiday gatherings
• In-house taste tests (we are a food company after all)!

It’s all part of how we support our family of associates.Because in the company of family, all things are possible.

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With over 13,500 associates working in 100 locations globally, and annual sales at $5.9billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.