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What they do
A Sanitation Specialist completes sanitation inspections and monitors sanitation practices for a company or government public health agency. Maintains cleanliness and equipment sanitation at a production facility, monitors safe storage of supplies, and inspects and monitors product safety. May inspect public and food service establishments and report on compliance with public health requirements, or advise on sanitation for public health initiatives.
$55,886 / year median in Arkansas
+13% projected growth
Job Description
- Use approved chemicals and methods to clean and sanitize equipment, production areas, and floors.
- Disassemble and reassemble equipment for thorough cleaning.
- Coordinates all daily sanitation activities within the plant.
- Follow all safety guidelines, including the proper use of chemicals and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Adhere strictly to established sanitation programs and follows all GMP and HACCP procedures that relate to cleanliness and product safety with the facility.
- Ensure product safety and product defense in the plant.
- Conduct visual inspections and use testing methods to ensure surfaces are clean.
- Responsible for managing and maintaining supply of cleaning chemicals necessary for the sanitation program compliance with OSHA and all plant regulations.
- Assist operations to maintain the highest rating possible on all audits and inspections.
- Supports all food safety initiatives. Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience)
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Entry level does not require previous experience in a Sanitation role. Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Self-directed with the ability to work independently as well as with groups.
- Ability to effectively plan, organize and prioritize work.
- Ability to train, maintain and promote a safe work environment.
- Read and understand HACCP along with FDA and OSHA requirements as needed. Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledgeable of Sanitation principles and practices in the food industry.
- Knowledgeable and understands HACCP program along with FDA and OSHA requirements.
Working Conditions:
- Position requires working around processing plant equipment.
- Must be physically capable of working extended hours, overtime, holidays, and weekends if needed.
- Must be physically capable of working in varying elements that could include damp, cold, wet, hot or warm environment and standing for long periods of time.
- This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment while in the manufacturing environment.
- The noise level in the manufacturing environment may exceed 85 DBA and require hearing protection.