Sanitation (USDA shift)

Jjsnackfoods; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Snack Foods is seeking a Sanitation Associate to support daily cleaning of the plant area and ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards. The role requires following established procedures and using hand and power tools for mechanical tasks.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, with up to one month of related experience or training. A willingness to work closely with QA and janitorial staff is essential for maintaining a clean, compliant production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Up to 1 month related experience or training.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily sanitation clean-up of the plant area.
• Follow sanitation procedures during downtime clean-ups.
• Perform mechanical tasks using hand and power tools.
• Report accidents/injuries and unsafe conditions to QA Manager/Supervisor.
• Operate equipment using panel views.
• Maintain required logs and assist janitorial staff as directed.

Skills

Self-motivation

Detail oriented

English communication

Follow written & verbal instructions

GMPs/HACCP/SOPs knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

One month related experience or training

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

Job Title: Sanitation

Department: Sanitation

Reports to: Food Safety

Prepared By: Human Resources

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Preparation Date: 4/28/2023

POSITION SUMMARY

This position assists in the daily sanitation clean-up ofentireplant area. This position must also demonstrateabilityto utilize time productively and efficiently.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follows outlined duties in areas assigned for the plant sanitation to includepainting, andscraping.
• Follows sanitation procedures as assigned during downtime clean-ups.
• Tasks assigned during special clean-ups.
• Accomplishes mechanical tasks using a widevarietyhand and power tools.
• Accomplishes other related work as required.
• Complies with all safety regulations and follows safe methods in sanitation and chemical usages.
• Reports all accidents/injuries and unsafe conditions to the QA Manager or Supervisor.
• Maintains any logs as required.
• Assist janitorial staff as directed.
• Use Panel views to operate equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

To perform this job successfully, theSanitationmust be self-motivated, able to problem solve,detail-oriented, and abletostay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Must be able to work with limited supervision. Be able to follow written and verbalinstructions
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must be able to work with limited supervision. Be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively communicate in English commensurate with the requirements of this position.
• Must be knowledgeable in GMPs’, HACCP, SOP’s, sanitation practices, & Product Trace & Recovery pertaining to the food industry
• Personal hygiene must meet company and government sanitation requirements. Abide by safety rules as outlined in company policies and procedures.
• The noise level in the work environment is usuallymoderate

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• or up toone monthrelated experience or training;
• or equivalent combination of education and experience.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• None

Job Analysis/Job Description Physical Activities Checklist

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps,poles,and the like. (O)
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces. (O)
• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing,or sitting for prolonged periods. (N)
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. (O)
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions. (O)
• Communicating with others to exchange information. (C)
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. (O)
• Operating machinery and/or power tools. (O)
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment. (N)

Environmental Conditions

• Low temperatures. (O)
• High temperatures. (O)
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. (N)
• Noisy environments. (O)
• Hazardous conditions. (N)
• Poor ventilation. (O)
• Small and/or enclosed spaces. (O)
• Adverseenvironmental conditions expected. (N)

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. (O)
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. (O)
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds. (O)
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more. (N)

Disclaimer

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities,and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

J&J Snack FoodsCorp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal,State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color,age,national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, maritalstatus, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran'sstatus, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing geneticcharacteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.