Sanitation Technician 2

Blue Diamond Growers; Salida (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Diamond Growers is seeking a Sanitation Technician 2 to support the Main Production Line and office areas. Under supervision, you will follow sanitation schedules, operate cleaning equipment, and uphold BDG HACCP, GMPs, and safety practices.

You will also handle forklift tasks, move palletized materials, and use PPE daily while staying aligned with quality assurance initiatives and site safety standards at our Colorado facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Sanitation experience of at least 1 year.
• Experience operating a forklift and ability to obtain BDG forklift certification.
• Experience with cleaning chemicals (household & industrial).

Responsibilities

• Follow established cleaning and sanitizing schedules for assigned areas.
• Safely operate a forklift to transport, organize, and stage pallets.
• Dispose of dust and waste material using a forklift.
• Use cleaning utensils and PPE per SOPs.
• Follow GMPs and established safety practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or shift lead.

Skills

Forklift operation

Sanitation experience

Cleaning chemicals handling

PPE use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Work Shift: Day Pay Type: Hourly Hourly Rate (if applicable): $27.05 Targeted Base Salary Range (if applicable): N/A

JOB OVERVIEW

Under general supervision, the Sanitation Technician 2 engages in sanitation related functions ensuring the cleanliness of the Main Production Line (MPL) and office areas. Supports plant quality assurance initiatives and adheres to Blue Diamond HACCP processes, Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMPs) and safety practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows established schedules and standard operating procedures for cleaning and/or sanitizing of assigned areas which includes:


• Operating a forklift safely and efficiently to transport, organize, and stage fiber pallets


• Disposing of dust and waste material into designated open-top bins using a forklift


• Proper chemical usage


• Usage of cleaning utensils and equipment (vacuums, brooms, mops, steam cleaners, air hose, rakes, floor scrubber, etc.) to accomplish assigned tasks


• Utilizing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)


• Operating golf carts to properly reach each department throughout the site


• Following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and established safety practices


• Other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned by Department Manager, Supervisor, or Shift Lead.

WHAT YOU NEED

• Minimum requirements


• High school diploma or GED


• Basic custodial / sanitation experience of 1 year


• Previous experience operating a forklift; ability to obtain BDG forklift certification


• Previous experience working with cleaning chemicals (household & industrial)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The position involves sitting, walking, and lifting (at times 25-30 lbs.).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a standard manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, almond dust, hazardous materials, and heavy machinery in varying work and weather conditions. You may be required to occasionally climb stairs and/or ladders.

WHY BLUE DIAMOND

In addition to working at the world’s largest, state-of-the-art almond manufacturer, we offer a safe and collaborative team environment, with numerous opportunities for free training and career advancement. Check out the BDG Benefits, Health & Wellness Guide HERE.

Grow your career. Partner with us. We Are the Almond People!

Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

BDG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information. BDG also complies with all provisions of the U.S. Government's Executive Order 11246 dated September 24, 1965 and the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.

About Blue Diamond

In 1910 a cooperative of 230 California almond growers formed with the following core values: To build strong relationships among growers and with their customers; To communicate directly and honestly; and To work as a team to realize the best return on their investment. More than a century later, Blue Diamond Growers still adheres to these values at every level of our operation. Our employees are strongly committed to the brand and to each other - the word "family" is often used to describe our culture. Today, Blue Diamond Growers represents more than 3,000 almond growers in California - the state that provides over 80% of the world's supply. We are one of the most recognized food brands in the world, with annual sales exceeding $1billion. We believe in transparency and honest communication. Our work style is team-based, working together to innovate, process, and distribute the best almond products to the world. After more than 100 years, our core values of integrity, partnership, innovation and quality remain strong. Our commitment to excellence has driven Blue Diamond's unprecedented growth, innovation, high quality, and value. You'll find these values at work throughout our company. We strive for a diverse workforce, always aiming for greater levels of inclusion. In addition to a robust benefits package, we offer an employee wellness and fitness program, in which a majority of our workforce currently participates.