Sanitation Worker

US Foods; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pre-tax spending accounts

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Sanitation Crew Member to clean production equipment and the facility to meet food safety, quality, and worker safety standards. You will operate cleaning systems and perform required QA checks, while maintaining accurate records and documentation.

The role requires English literacy, basic math skills, and ability to work in refrigerated environments (35–45°F; freezer -10° to +10°F).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Must read, write and communicate in English for safety.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Able to work in refrigerated environment 35°F-45°F.
• Able to work in freezer -10°F to +10°F; company apparel provided.
• Overtime possible; finish time depends on tasks.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize plant equipment and environment thoroughly.
• Operate cleaning systems and equipment as trained.
• Ensure QA checks are performed at designated intervals.
• Maintain accurate records of testing and charts.
• Adhere to SOPs, procedures, and quality requirements.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area.
• Collaborate with employees from all departments.
• Obtain and maintain required training and certifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned by plant management.

Skills

English literacy

Math basics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

## Sanitation WorkerApply: Birmingham AL: Full time: Posted Today: R283356ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEPrimary role of Sanitation Crew Member is cleaning of the plant production equipment and facility to meet food safety, customer quality, and worker safety requirements.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** (Each item should account for 10% or more) • Perform cleaning and sanitation of plant equipment and environment in a through and safe manner. • Operate cleaning systems and equipment as trained and specified. • Ensure all quality assurance (Pre-Op) checks are performed at designated intervals. • Ensure accurate record keeping of performed testing and recording charts are properly documented according to company and regulatory regulations. • Adhere to all current SOP’s, procedures, and quality requirements. • Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area throughout the facility and common areas. • Maintain cooperative working relationships and communications with employees from all other departments. • Obtain and maintain training, certifications, and licenses that are required. • Perform all other duties as assigned that are necessary, required, or directed by plant management.**RELATIONSHIPS** • Internal: Required interaction with all employees of responsibility throughout the company**QUALIFICATIONS** Education/Training: High School Diploma/GED preferred. Must be able to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations. Must have basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide). Must be able to work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F. Must be able to work for periods of time in a freezer environment -10°F to +10°F with company provided apparel. Finish time is when work is completed and could require overtime with or without notice. **Related Experience/Requirements:** Minimum one year sanitation, production or warehouse experience required, preferably in a food environment. **WORK ENVIRONMENT** The work environment is cool and wet with temperatures ranging from 34 to 38 degrees Fahrenheit. Ability to wear personal protective equipment. Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $17.00-$19.00/hour.This role may also receive overtime compensation. Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html