Sanitation Technician Training (12 Hour Nights) $20.10/hr. + $2/hr. shift differential en Idahoan Foods

*This role begins at a training rate of $20.10 per hour. After sucessful validation, the pay rate is increased to $20.85.

Main Responsibilities

• Maintains an acceptable level of cleanliness on all production and packaging equipment and work areas.
• Eliminates any garbage, debris and waste on the floor or on the manufacturing equipment.
• Able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy while working independently and professionally.
• May be called upon to help with a production position under special circumstances.
• Must be able to read and follow chemical labels and review SDS’s to obtain appropriate hazard information and safety statements. Must be able to follow mixing instructions for chemicals used in cleaning and sanitizing of equipment.
• Able to scrub equipment if needed to clean with scrub pads, brushes etc. Must assist in disassembly of equipment for cleaning and assist with reassembly when finished.
• Able to be trained in the Lockout and Tagout program to be an Authorized person.
• Must work any shift for cleanup and startup, may include holidays, and weekends. 
• Must be able to use good judgment in the absence of the Lead or Supervisor.
• Must be able to learn and understand Master Sanitation Schedules.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Required Skills

Education and/or Experience: Previous experience working around manufacturing equipment preferred.  Able to read and comprehend work related material such as Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS).

Language Skills: Exhibits effective oral communication skills when communicating with supervisor and co-workers. Works well with others and communicates in a positive manner. Reads, comprehends, and performs the cleaning instructions for each piece of equipment as required.

Work Environment: Shows an ability to perform heavy lifting up to 60 lbs. Able to stand on concrete floors for extended periods and follows safety precautions. Utilizes cleaning chemicals and sanitizers safely.  Physically able to climb stairs repetitively and carry loads upstairs when required. Must be able to work different shifts.

Reasoning Ability: Possesses self-confidence and maturity to make decisions and to solve problems with minimal direction.

Interpersonal Skills: Team player, flexible and accepts changing assignments and accountabilities.

Safety: Follows all safety precautions while working independently and professionally. Keeps work area clean.  Must be able to wear proper PPE while performing job duties.  Could be required to use any of the following PPE including wet suit, rubber boots & gloves, safety goggles, and dust mask.

Alignment with Core Values of the Company

• Respect & Value Our People
• Stay in Front of Change While Reducing Costs
• Delight Our Customers
• Food Quality & Safety