Sanitation Worker II - 2nd shift

Amy's Kitchen, LLC; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Discount on Amy’s products

Career growth opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits

On-site meals for lunch and dinner

Attendance and safety bonuses

Safety Shoe Program

401k with up to 4% match

Parental Leave

PTO and unpaid time off

Job summary

Amy’s Kitchen, LLC is seeking a Sanitation Associate to perform standard cleaning procedures on food processing equipment and maintain interior and exterior building areas in a clean, safe environment. The role supports production by ensuring sanitary conditions and proper disposal of waste.

The position emphasizes on-the-job training, teamwork, and a safety-focused atmosphere with benefits like 401(k) matching and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and identify chemical labels and fill out forms where they apply.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard cleaning procedures as documented and trained for equipment and facilities.
• Use personal protective equipment as required for each cleaning task performed.
• Clean and maintain production/packaging areas and related equipment.
• Ensure proper disposal of trash and recyclables and maintain sanitary conditions.

Skills

Read chemical labels

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Job description

• A fun and safe atmosphere where teamwork is encouraged
• Weeks of on-the-job training for your new role
• Discount on Amy’s products
• Opportunities to grow and advance your career
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Affordable Amy’s meals on-site for lunch and dinner
• Bonus incentives based on attendance and safety
• Safety Shoe Program, covered by Amy’s
• 401k program (up to 4% contribution matching after 1 year)
• Parental Leave Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Unpaid Time Off options

• A fun and safe atmosphere where teamwork is encouraged
• Weeks of on-the-job training for your new role
• Discount on Amy’s products
• Opportunities to grow and advance your career
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Affordable Amy’s meals on-site for lunch and dinner
• Bonus incentives based on attendance and safety
• Safety Shoe Program, covered by Amy’s
• 401k program (up to 4% contribution matching after 1 year)
• Parental Leave Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Unpaid Time Off options

About Amy’s

At Amy’s Kitchen, we're more than just a food company- we're a family-owned, proudly independent organic, and vegetarian food company on a mission. As a Certified B Corporation®, our purpose is clear: to make it simple and enjoyable for everyone to eat well.

We're committed to crafting authentic, mouthwatering dishes using only the finest organic ingredients sourced with care. From farm to table, we ensure top-notch quality in every bite, making healthy eating accessible and convenient for all. At Amy’s, we're not just serving meals; we're serving up a taste of goodness, one delicious dish at a time.

• A fun and safe atmosphere where teamwork is encouraged
• Weeks of on-the-job training for your new role
• Discount on Amy’s products
• Opportunities to grow and advance your career
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Affordable Amy’s meals on-site for lunch and dinner
• Bonus incentives based on attendance and safety
• Safety Shoe Program, covered by Amy’s
• 401k program (up to 4% contribution matching after 1 year)
• Parental Leave Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Unpaid Time Off options

SUMMARY

To perform standard cleaning procedures on food processing equipment and utensils, and maintain the interior and exterior of the building according to standards for food manufacturing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform standard cleaning procedures as documented and trained for equipment and facilities. This includes: disassembly/assembly, application of cleaning and sanitizing chemicals, scrubbing, and rinsing.
• Use personal protective equipment as required for each cleaning task performed.
• Combine and mix required cleaning agents as documented for each cleaning assignment.
• Use caution and follow correct handling procedures.
• Understand safe operation of equipment including safety devices and guards.
• Follow correct lockout/tag out and safety procedures as directed for each piece of equipment
• Understand correct labeling of chemicals and containers
• Be able to follow Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) and complete required paperwork for both the daily and Master Sanitation programs
• Collect and remove all remaining trash from production and packaging lines, kitchen, and warehouse areas. Dispose of trash in outside trash dumpsters.
• Collect recycle materials and dispose of in recycle bins.
• Notify the Sanitation Team Leader or on-duty mechanic of any malfunctioning equipment immediately.
• Inspect each cleaning job upon completion to ensure job has been performed correctly. Correct any substandard conditions.
• Comply with the rules and regulations set forth in Amy’s Kitchen Inc. employee handbook, safety manual and the GMP booklet.
• Be certified to operate a forklift and scissors lift
• Understand and monitors water usage.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

It is the responsibility of all employees to uphold the mission of the Amy’s Food Safety and Quality Policy. This includes following all Food Safety and Sustainability programs and participating in all required training.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• None

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Must be able to read and identify chemical labels and fill out forms where they apply.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two – step instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties stated above, the employee is frequently required to walk on wet floors, go up and down ladders and stairs, use the HP hoses, handle cleaning chemicals, and work in wet and warm environments. The employee must have the ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds. Must have the ability to push and pull heavy equipment such as foamers, Rubbermaid carts, depositors, pumps, etc.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential demands of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIROMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and work that must be performed in high places. The employee will be working around strong cleaning chemicals and must be able to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in conditions that may be very hot, very cold, and/or very humid. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud, i.e. tray washer, fan noise, steam noise. The work environment is subject to many of the above-described conditions on a day-to-day basis. It is essential to be able to perform all job functions while in the presence of these conditions.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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