Sanitation Technician

Cherry Republic; Empire Township (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Republic is seeking a dedicated Sanitation Technician to coordinate and perform daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly sanitation of production equipment, as well as cleaning and maintenance of Cherry Factory and Distribution Fulfillment Center.

The role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and teamwork. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and be capable of lifting 50–70 lbs, with basic computer skills and safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: Minimum of High School / GED required.
• Language Skills: Read, analyze, and interpret instructions.
• Mathematical Skills: Calculate figures and amounts when analyzing data.
• Reasoning Ability: Solve practical problems and communicate issues clearly.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills for daily tasks.
• Physical Requirements: Walk/stand for long periods and lift 50–70 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule and complete sanitation of production equipment daily, weekly, monthly and yearly.
• Perform nightly rinsing, cleaning and sanitation of equipment in production areas.
• Clean and disinfect floors, drains, mats in production rooms.
• Disassemble/reassemble equipment for sanitation as needed.
• Track chemicals and sanitation supplies as part of maintenance records.
• Maintain cleanliness of Cherry Factory, DFC, restrooms, break rooms and test kitchen.
• Adhere to safety standards and OSHA regulations; operate safely.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Organized

Communication

Positive attitude

Team player

Education

High School / GED

Job description

Cherry Republic’s Sanitation Technician is responsible to coordinate, schedule and complete daily, weekly, monthly and yearly sanitation of production equipment, as well cleaning, sanitation, and general maintenance of Cherry Factory and Distribution Fulfillment Center.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform nightly duties of rinsing, cleaning and sanitation on all equipment within the Jar Production room.
• Clean and disinfect floors; including floor drains and floor mats in all Productions rooms.
• Mop the Commercial Bakery and Assembly area once a week or as needed.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment as needed for sanitation purposes.
• Mix and utilize chemicals in a safe and effective manner to comply in accordance to OSHA regulations.
• Take out all garbage daily and adhere to CR recycling standards.
• Comply with all safety standards put forth.
• Maintain tracking records of chemicals and sanitation supplies.
• Continued knowledge and proficiency regarding equipment operations, sanitation techniques, and overall quality of cleanliness of all equipment as well as facilities.
• Perform daily cleaning and stocking of DFC and Cherry Factory restrooms, break rooms, corridors and test kitchen.
• Perform daily laundry needs that include washing, drying, folding and turn-over of all in house towels, aprons etc.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Sanitation Technician reports to the Sanitation and Maintenance Supervisor without any supervisory responsibilities.

Personality Traits for the Job

To be passionate about providing amazing customer service to both our guests and to our fellow employees at Cherry Republic while embracing the essence of our core values that include Life (local), Liberty (wholeheartedness & passion), Beaches (whimsical), Pie (generosity) and We Journey (personal growth).

Necessary Skills

To perform your job successfully, you should demonstrate excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, well organized, good communication, positive approach to workload, and a TEAM player within a dynamic and evolving work environment.

Qualifications for the Job

• Education and / or Experience - Minimum of High School / G.E.D required.
• Language Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret instructions.
• Mathematical Skills - Ability to calculate figures and amounts when analyzing data.
• Reasoning Ability - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to communicate issues accurately and thoroughly to all individuals involved. Assist in the development of solid procedures/practices that follow appropriate accounting principles.
• Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, you should have basic computer skills.
• Physical Requirements - Ability to walk / be on feet between buildings approximately 70% of the time when performing primary job duties. Capability to lift boxes weighing approximately 50-70 lbs, push large wheeled carts, and moving of floor equipment when necessary.

Other Things You Should Know

Sure, listed here are the important parts of your job. But more important, you are here to think, to use your judgment and to always act in the best interest of the company. There is one foremost responsibility that may never be specifically requested of you, but that you need to always keep in mind while on our team. This is the "Ultimate Expectation" and it is as follows: Always do what most needs to be done without waiting to be asked. If you are acting in the company's best interests and in accordance with core values and policies, you have permission to act in our mutual best interests.