Seasonal Sanitation Technician

Wawona Frozen Foods, Inc.; Clovis (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave

Wawona Wednesdays

End of Season Appreciation Events

T-shirts and Hats

Employee of the Month

Job summary

Wawona Frozen Foods, Inc. is seeking a Seasonal Sanitation Technician to support our Cedar or Alluvial plant locations in California. The role focuses on plant cleansing, sanitation, pest control, and adherence to GMPs and food-safety standards.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, operate with PPE, and collaborate with sanitation and production staff to meet quality goals. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs while maintaining attendance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required.
• Sanitation experience is preferred.
• Strong listening and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent time management skills.
• A strong work ethic and a can-do attitude.
• Self-motivated and self-starter.
• Must be punctual and regular attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the safety program to maintain a healthy, injury-free environment.
• Attend training and company meetings to support growth.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, Food Safety, Food Defense, and SQF policies.
• Notify and address issues within the scope of work.
• Wear required PPE and maintain hygiene standards.
• Clean floors and production equipment with water hoses.
• Handle waste with 5-gallon buckets and proper disposal.
• Work with sanitation supervisor and production personnel on issues.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk most of the shift.
• Be flexible to work at Cedar or Alluvial locations (2nd/graveyard shifts).
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Strong listening

Time management

Punctual

Independent worker

Self-motivated

Work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalency

Job description

WAWONA FROZEN FOODS

We pride ourselves on being family-owned and operated and treating our employees like family. Working at a company where safety and quality are top priorities. Every day, Wawona Frozen Foods' commitment to excellence justifies its reputation for delivering superior quality, value, and service. Wawona's state-of-the-art production methods and facilities ensure consistent high-quality products - all while maintaining the highest food safety standards as required by the USDA and state regulators.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The role of a Seasonal Sanitation Technician with Wawona Frozen Foods will be involved in all activities related to food security and sanitation programs. As a sanitation technician, they will be responsible for plant cleansing, sanitation, and pest control. Additional responsibilities are being in compliance with GMP's sanitation policies and procedures.

DUTIES INCLUDE

• Active participation in Wawona Frozen Foods' Safety program to maintain a healthy and injury-free environment.
• Participate in training and company meetings to facilitate individual and company growth.
• Compliance with all GMP, HAACP, Food Safety, Food Defense, and SQF policies and procedures.
• Empowered to notify and/or act in response to any issues or concerns within the scope of work.
• Wear all the required personal protective equipment.
• Good time management skills
• Maintains a good attendance record to ensure that there is no interruption to production.
• Meet timelines.
• Uses water hose to clean floors and production equipment.
• Uses high pressure water hose to clean floors and production equipment.
• Uses shovel to discard waste product.
• Fills 5-gallon buckets of waste product and discards waste.
• Works with around chlorine products and sanitizing chemicals.
• Must be able to use PPE (personal protective equipment) (PPE equipment provided).
• Works closely with sanitation supervisor and production personnel on sanitation problems.
• Must be able to follow and understand all company and regulatory product quality standards, sanitation standards, food safety standards, employee safety and environmental standards.
• Report any product and/or equipment issues to your immediate supervisor.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand/walk on feet 95 % of shift.
• Must be flexible in schedule and able to work in Clovis and/or Fresno plant (24 hours' notice).
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned by department supervisor or manager.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of High School Diploma or GED equivalency
• Sanitation experience is preferred, not required.
• Strong listening and communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent time management skills
• A strong work ethic and a can-do attitude.
• Self-motivated and self-starter.
• Must be punctual and regular attendance is required.

LOCATION

• This position will work out of our Cedar or Alluvial location.
• 2nd shift and graveyard shift

BENEFITS

• Sick Leave
• Wawona Wednesday's, End of Season Appreciation Events, T-shirts and Hats, Employee of the Month
• You'll have the opportunity to work with great people and make a real impact - while being your unique, authentic self at work

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY

• We learn together. We believe in supporting all employees with all the training, resources, and tools to be successful. We invest in our people, we learn together, we take the time to train, and we grow together. We celebrate OUR people and want each employee to have a long career with Wawona Frozen Foods.
• We focus on building and keeping relationships, going above and beyond, and offering world-class service. Empowering each team member to make Wawona Frozen Foods better every day, come up with improvements and suggest suggestions, and help us be innovative. We are proud of our history and want to continue to leave a legacy.
• Wawona Frozen Foods promotes a work environment that encourages problem-solving, collaboration, and a culture of growth. We roll up our sleeves, we get dirty, we exemplify true grit, and we support each other because we truly care about our people.
• We pride ourselves on having a diverse team matching our diverse product base. We have an inclusive culture where different professional and personal perspectives, ideas, and suggestions are respected and welcomed.
• We pride ourselves on the fast-paced environment that our season creates, and we recognize that if it was not for our people working hard that we would not be as successful.
• We strive to deliver the best fruit products available and to be a valued partner in every one of our customers' successes.
• We take the time to build a relationship with our customers and make sure we are producing and delivering the best products specific to your needs.

PHYSICAL AND/OR MENTAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Work in an environment where there can be medium to loud noise and in cold temperatures.
• Stand and walk, feel, reach with hands and arms. Occasionally requested to sit and talk or hear.
• A fast-paced environment that requires high attention to details and minimal down time.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Work flexible/varying schedules to support the team, customers, and deadlines.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision and ability to see all colors.
• Wear appropriate personal protection equipment and adhere to dress code as outlined for working in a food manufacturing facility.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. and physically be in the U.S.

Wawona Frozen Foods is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected factor.