Sanitation Technician - Evenings

MELALEUCA INC; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

MELALEUCA INC in Idaho Falls is seeking a dependable sanitation/production associate to clean and sanitize production equipment and areas in a climate-controlled facility. You will operate a forklift and assist with routine maintenance, follow all safety and regulatory procedures, document cleaning activities, and support a team focused on quality and efficiency.

The role is full-time, on-site, with overtime opportunities and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Experience in sanitation environment preferred.
• Able to work in hot, humid, dusty environments.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment and areas.
• Maintain logs of cleaning activities and equipment.
• Operate forklift and scissor lift safely.
• Follow all safety, FDA/FSMA/HACCP/GMP/OSHA procedures.
• Work with team to meet production timelines.

Skills

Forklift operation

Sanitation experience

Reading and following instructions

Basic math skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

MasterControl

Job description

Manufacturing Plant
Idaho Falls, ID 83402, USA

• On-site
• Rate : $17.10 USD per hour
• Manufacturing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SANIT004773

Description

Cleans, and sanitizes Production and Formulation equipment (buckets, barrels, lids, utensils, hoses, augers, processor parts, production parts, etc.) with limited assembly and reassembly required. Maintains and cleans Sanitation areas.

• Starting Pay of $16.10 + $1.00 Shift Differential
• Longevity Bonus (5 Yrs/$5000, 10 Yrs/$10,000, 15 Yrs/$15,000, etc.)
• Company Profit Sharing (After 6 Mo of F/T Employment)
• First Pay Review After 6 Months
• Free Company Products (Monthly voucher currently equal to $100/month value - $1200/year)
• Company Sponsored Employee Appreciation Events
• Healthy Work Life Balance
• Clean Indoor Climate Controlled Environment
• Opportunities to Promote
• No Layoffs
• Safe/All Natural Product Line

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for following all Plant Policies, Safety Policies, Procedures and Regulations (including but not limited to FDA, FSMA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA, Lock Out Tag Out, Required PPE)
• Excellent Technological Skills to use the copier, and navigate such programs as Microsoft Word, Excel, and MasterControl
• Excellent communication skills including being able to read and follow instructions and to write detailed explanations of work performed. Also able to communicate professionally between Supervisors, shifts and departments any process changes or delays
• Accurately maintain all equipment and other cleaning logs
• Clean and maintain sanitation areas, and hallway
• Responsible for sanitation using hot water, cleaning and sanitizing chemicals, and vacuums to maintain a clean and safe environment for the consumer and the plant
• Actively participate in meetings, safety programs, personal development, and company improvements
• Responsible for driving a forklift and scissor lift safely and under control in tight spaces and in high traffic areas
• Ability to work well under pressure and multi-task as the demand necessitates
• Expected high personal and team performance with an ability to work without direct supervision
• Take responsibility for all equipment that is cleaned in sanitation (i.e. ensuring employees are following the proper cleaning procedures, that all equipment is functioning within set parameters)
• Perform other duties in the facility as needed or assigned

Qualifications:

Just as important as your experience and skills will be the following characteristics and competencies:

• Ability to learn and drive a standup forklift and a scissor lift safely
• Ability to work in and around high places
• Must be able to work with allergens (Milk, Soy and Shellfish)
• Must be able to read and follow directions as given without deviating from the process
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide)
• Must be able to problem solve and work under pressure
• Ability to work independently, efficiently and accurately with limited supervision
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs on a regular basis
• Must work in tight spaces including under and around processing equipment
• Must be able to work in varying working conditions including hot, humid and dusty environments
• Must be willing to learn, remember and follow all Plant Policies, Safety Policies, Procedures and Regulations (including but not limited to FDA, FSMA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA, Lock Out Tag Out, Required PPE)
• One year or more experience in sanitation environment or equivalent is preferred
• One year or more experience driving a forklift safely is preferred
• Willing to work overtime and on weekends as needed
• Good mechanical understanding to be able to disassemble and reassemble processing equipment

Equal Opportunity Employer
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