Sanitation Teammate - Commissary

Northeast Grocery; City of Schenectady (NY); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Northeast Grocery is seeking a sanitation associate to maintain a clean, safe, and food-safe environment within the commissary through cleaning and sanitizing equipment, surfaces, and tools in accordance with SSOPs and company standards. You will safely disassemble and reassemble production equipment for hygienic and efficient operations, following GMPs and PPE policies.

Maintain cleanliness of sanitation areas and report concerns to supervisors, ensuring allergen segregation is followed.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and allergen control practices.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Dependable attendance and task completion.
• Team-oriented with safety-first mindset.

Responsabilités

• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation of equipment, utensils, and surfaces per SSOPs.
• Safely disassemble and reassemble equipment for thorough cleaning.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures when handling equipment.
• Apply cleaning chemicals per dilution ratios and safety protocols.
• Complete sanitation checklists and report findings to supervisors.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of sanitation supply areas.
• Monitor chemical usage and storage per safety standards.
• Remove waste, rinse and sanitize surfaces, and ensure allergen segregation.
• Assist in end-of-shift cleanup and production line changeovers.
• Adhere to GMPs, PPE standards, and company safety policies.
• Report food safety, quality, or GMP concerns promptly.

Connaissances

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Independent work

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Previous sanitation experience in food manufacturing

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SUMMARY

Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and food-safe environment within the commissary through cleaning and sanitizing equipment, surfaces, and tools in accordance with SSOPs and company standards.

Properly disassembles, cleans, and reassembles food production equipment to ensure hygienic and efficient operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation of food production equipment, utensils, and facility surfaces in compliance with SSOPs.
• Safely disassemble and reassemble complex equipment for thorough cleaning.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures when handling equipment with mechanical or electrical components.
• Apply cleaning and sanitizing agents per established dilution ratios and chemical handling protocols.
• Complete pre-operational sanitation and inspection checklists; communicate findings to Supervisors or QA.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of sanitation supply areas and tools.
• Monitor chemical usage and storage per safety standards.
• Remove waste, rinse and sanitize surfaces, and ensure allergen segregation is followed.
• Assist in end-of-shift cleanup and production line changeovers.
• Follow all GMPs, PPE standards, and company safety policies.
• Report any food safety, quality, or GMP concerns to Supervisors or FSQA immediately.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and allergen control practices.
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Dependable, consistent attendance and task completion.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills and a safety-first mindset.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous sanitation experience in food manufacturing or commissary preferred.
• Comfortable handling cleaning chemicals and disassembling mechanical components.
• Ability to read and follow safety instructions, SSOPs, and batch documentation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Pushing/Pulling Frequent 3-5 Hours up to 50lbs

Lifting Frequent 3-5 Hours up to 50lbs

Twisting Frequent 3-5 Hours

Exposure to Cold Environment Frequent 3-5 Hours

Exposure to Hot Environment Frequent 3-5 hours

EQUIPMENT USED

• Sanitation tools: hoses, foaming units, scrub brushes, and squeegees
• Disassembly tools: wrenches, screwdrivers, hand tools (as trained)
• Floor cleaning machines and waste disposal systems
• Chemical dispensing equipment
• PPE including gloves, safety glasses, ear protection, and aprons

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.