Sanitation Operator - 2nd Shift: M-F; 1pm to 9:30pm - Lawrence, KS

The Hershey Company; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan - with generous

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus of $500

Job summary

The Hershey Company in Lawrence, KS is hiring a Sanitation Operator for the 2nd shift (1:00 PM – 9:30 PM). The role focuses on maintaining clean facilities, adhering to food safety standards, and supporting daily sanitation tasks in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualified applicants will perform sanitation per Master Sanitation Schedule, maintain records, and follow safety protocols. The position includes a shift differential and advancement potential after 6 months.

Qualifications

• FDA health and OSHA safety regulations must be followed.
• Experience with a food processing sanitation program is preferred.
• Ability to understand and apply safety measures for equipment operation and cleaning.
• Ability to contact external support for issues as they arise.
• Ability to work from verbal instructions and manuals for cleaning procedures.
• Inspect and maintain the overall cleanliness of the building.
• Maintain records of cleaning for food contact equipment.

Responsibilities

• Follow all FDA health and OSHA safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Complete sanitation as scheduled on the Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Manage cleaning tools and chemicals and ensure proper storage and quantities.
• Engage in quality and safety measures daily per Safety and Food Safety Management Programs.
• Complete all training as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

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Sanitation Operator - 2nd Shift: M-F; 1pm to 9:30pm - Lawrence, KS

Requisition Number: 131029

Location: Lawrence, Kansas

We are mixing up something new in Lawrence, KS. This is an exciting time to join our team. We hold ourselves to the highest of quality standards. Each bag of Dot's Pretzels tastes as if they were made straight from the home kitchen of Dot herself. Our foundation is built on relationships. We are family. We believe in our employees and lead by example. The Dot's Pretzels brand has seen an enormous amount of growth, so we are looking for employees to come be a part of our team in the Lawrence, KS location.

Pay

• Starting pay is $20.25/hr
• Shift differential of $1/hr for 2nd shift
• Up to $1/hr pay increase after 6 months of good standing employment

Total Rewards

• 401(k) Retirement Plan - with generous company match
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Bonus of $500, when eligible

Shifts

Schedule assignment is determined by plant needs and confirmed during an interview.

• Monday- Friday: 1:00pm- 9:30pm

Candidate Process

Please note-communications will be through phone, email and text. Ensure you have access to a valid email

• Qualified applicants will receive a phone call to schedule an onsite interview
• Post-Offer Background Checkand Drug Screen required

Position Summary

The Sanitation Technician ensures that the building is kept in pristine condition, and all the equipment inside are maintained in a clean and serviceable manner. This means completing all sanitation as scheduled on the Master Sanitation Schedule. They will complete sanitation projects as directed, as well as ensure that all cleaning tools and chemicals are organized and adequately supplied for the company’s needs. This person will also engage in quality and safety measures daily, such as maintaining the standards put forth in the Safety Program and Food Safety Management Program.

• Follow all FDA health and OSHA safety regulations
• Have experience with a food processing sanitation program.
• Understand the safety measures necessary for all equipment operation and cleaning.
• Understand how to contact external support needed for all issues that arise.
• Demonstrate the ability to work from verbal instructions and manuals for cleaning procedures.
• Inspect and maintain overall cleanliness of the building.
• Manage scheduled work list to maintain timely completion of all cleaning projects.
• Maintain records of cleaning for all food contact equipment.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Manage cleaning tools and chemicals in the facility and ensure they are kept and returned to the right place.
• Manage cleaning tools and chemicals in the facility and ensure all quantities are at an adequate level.
• Understand the Food Safety Management Plan and ensure all quality measures are met and issues are eliminated.
• Understand the contents of Safety Program and ensure all measures are met and any hazards are eliminated.
• Complete all training as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to use tablet for data entry.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds repetitively. Up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to bend, twist, and stand on your feet for an entire shift
• Exposed to food production environment and warehouse environment which may involve noise and fluctuating temperatures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive lost of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications or working conditions.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans.

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