Supervisor

The J.M. Smucker Company; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 26,139 - 37,229; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1000 Retention Bonus

Job summary

A food manufacturing company in Memphis is seeking a Production Food Safety Sanitor to support sanitation initiatives. The role involves maintaining hygiene standards, producing quality products in line with safety rules, and requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Candidates should be effective problem solvers, flexible about working hours, and possess good communication skills. A retention bonus is offered for this position.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Must manage stress effectively and attend entire scheduled shifts.
• Flexible to work additional hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sanitation levels in food production areas.
• Produce high quality products while following safety rules.
• Document completion of cleaning tasks.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Team-player attitude

Good communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Production Food Safety Sanitor ($1000 Retention Bonus! Start Rate $23 per hour). This position will support the Food Safety and Sanitation initiatives in the Topeka, KS facility. It is responsible for maintaining sanitation levels in and around company facilities as set by the Food Safety Plan Sanitation SOPs and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).
• Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
• Attend assigned shifts and be present for the entire scheduled work period.
• Operate and be in close proximity to production and packaging areas, including crossing platforms over machinery.
• Work as part of a team and demonstrate a positive, professional attitude.
• Operate powered industrial equipment safely.
• Sanitize food production areas using brooms, shovels, squeegees, scrapers, cloths, vacuums, air‑guns, foaming sprayers, mops, and necessary chemicals.
• Clean and sanitize totes, brooms, shovels, and other equipment.
• Inspect and fill footbaths, hand‑soap, and hand‑sanitizers.
• Clean floors using floor scrubbers.
• Document cleaning and sanitation task completion in the Master Cleaning and Sanitation Schedules.
• Perform other tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to report to work on time and attend the entire scheduled shift.
• Must manage stress and work in a high‑volume, fast‑paced, complex and busy environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a “can‑do” mindset.
• Flexible and willing to work additional hours when workload or overtime demands it.
• Team‑player attitude of sharing and helping others.
• Professional interaction and cooperation with others.
• High‑school degree or equivalent is required.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMPs, and general instructions. Good communication skills are required.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.

Physical Demands

Stand and walk minimum 70% of the time; stand and lift/push/pull/carry up to 50 pounds, lift 30‑35 pounds frequently, squat, kneel, bend, climb steps and vertical ladders up to 10ft, work in a cold (40‑50°F) environment, tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.

Safe Performance Requirements

Employee must have the ability to perform essential job functions consistent with safety standards and practices, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

Hot in summer, cold in winter. The noise level is usually moderate to high.

Additional Job Description

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Years of Experience: 1 year preferred.
• Special Requirements: Prior sanitation experience is preferred.