Sanitation Technician (1st Shift)

Georgia Nut Company; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Nut Company in Skokie, IL is seeking a sanitation technician to maintain cleanliness in wash-down areas and food-contact zones. Strong knowledge of sanitation procedures and SSOP training is required; bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred; training provided.

The role requires standing on concrete, lifting up to 50 lbs, occasional overtime and weekend shifts, and reporting issues to the Sanitation Lead. GMPs/HACCP familiarity is a plus with growth opportunities in food safety.

Qualifications

• Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish) required or preferred.
• Ability to log and record sanitation activities accurately.
• Knowledge of janitorial and sanitation concepts.
• Computer skills (Word/Excel/Email) beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Communicate in English and Spanish to coordinate sanitation tasks.
• Direct and supervise wash-down rooms and sanitation duties.
• Identify equipment and electrical needs for sanitation work.
• Use color-coded tools and maintain proper tool storage.
• Report food safety and quality issues to responsible personnel.
• Maintain documentation and sign off on sanitation records.
• Work overtime and weekends as needed; cover for others.

Skills

Bi-Lingual

Cross train

Sanitation knowledge

Computer skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: 7500 - Skokie, IL 60077Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 HourlyJob Shift: First Shift

This key position is to provide GNC with a solid structural teammate, having a complete knowledge of leading & detailed cleaning. Sanitation experience required. The employee chosen for this position will be thoroughly trained in the Standard Sanitation Operational Procedure or SSOP.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Being capable of communicating in English and Spanish.
• Providing clear direction in the Wash Down Rooms.
• Identifying what equipment / electrical needs to be covered.
• Using and providing the proper color-coded tools to do the job.
• Report food safety and quality problems to authorized personnel who can act on.
• Knowledge of equipment needing detailed cleaning, taken apart and cleaned (especially in food contact areas) to prevent mold and bacterial build up.
• Applying correct chemical dilution ratios to clean (trained in chemical safety a plus but will train right individual).
• DOCUMENTATION – Have knowledge of Master Sanitation Schedule. Provide signature on any documentation that is required to verify task was completed.
• Assuring all sanitation materials/tools/chemicals are taken out of area, put back in their proper place and or disposed of when area is completed.
• Report to work on time. Overtime when necessary as well as weekend work. Covers for other Sanitation Techs in their absence.
• Conduct regular sanitation duties, Custodial, which will be provided by the Sanitation Department Lead on a daily basis.
• Direct Report is to Sanitation Lead.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Bi-Lingual.
• Ability to cross train.
• Ability to accurately Log and Record Sanitation Activities.
• Janitorial and Sanitation Knowledge.
• Computer skills a plus. (Microsoft Word, Excel, and E-mail.)

Physical/Environmental Requirements:

• Standing on a concrete floor.
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform).
• Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Required to work weekends during peak season.
• Required to work mandatory overtime when needed.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• GMPs Training
• Allergen Training
• All GNC Safety Training Required
• ALL GNC Production as Required
• HACCP Training
• All Food Safety Training
• All GNC HR Policies