Sanitation Team Member - 2nd Shift

Emmi Roth Sanitation Team Member

We are a leader in the specialty cheese industry serving our consumers by crafting and importing the best cheeses in the world while caring for our employees and our communities.

You strive for excellence in your area of expertise and are proud to work at a company producing premium products. You are passionate about continuous improvement, enjoy bringing creativity to your work, and are excited to blaze new trails to grow and improve our business. You foster a positive and rewarding workplace culture by valuing flexibility, work-life balance, and team development while inspiring team members to achieve their full potential.

If this sounds like you, we want you to consider joining Emmi Roth!

The Sanitation Team Member performs a variety of essential tasks to assist in maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards to enable the production of safe and high-quality cheese products. Responsibilities include activities such as maintaining a clean and sanitary environment throughout the facility, adhering to strict food safety regulations, and following standard operating procedures. The primary goal is to support the production team by keeping the facility clean, organized, and free from potential contaminants.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performing cleaning and sanitation of all areas in the food manufacturing facility, including production lines, equipment, tools, floors, walls, and storage areas.
• Monitor flow rates, time, temperature, steps and conductivity of CIP system.
• Follow standard cleaning procedures and guidelines to meet food safety regulations and maintain a sanitary environment.
• Remove waste and debris from production areas and dispose of it in designated containers according to waste management protocols.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment as needed for proper cleaning and sanitization.
• Conduct chemical test levels on COP and CIP tanks daily.
• Stock and rotate chemicals in storage area; ensure chemical containers are properly labeled, remove and store empty containers properly.
• Safely and efficiently handle and use cleaning agents, sanitizers, and equipment effectively and safely to achieve optimal cleanliness and prevent cross-contamination.
• Document cleaning activities, including logs, checklist, and records, as required by regulatory agencies and internal quality control standards.
• Record daily chemical use in the CIP log.
• Ensure CIP charts are changed daily and are operating correctly.
• Attending training sessions on sanitation procedures, safety protocols, and new cleaning techniques.
• Adhere to ERU food safety policies and all government food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Adheres to safety guidelines and complies with all safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Identifies and reports potential safety hazards to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

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

Please note that these physical requirements are representative but not exhaustive. The actual physical demands may vary depending on the specific tasks and work conditions within the facility.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Safety is a top priority. You will be expected to follow established safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), such as safety shoes, gloves, and any other necessary gear. Safety measures are in place to protect employees from potential hazards associated with machinery, chemicals, and production processes.