Job Information
Dairy Farmers of America Sanitation Operator in Rensselaer, New York
Position : Sanitation Operator
Location : Rensselaer, New York
Requisition ID: : 26855
General Purpose
Guarantee proper sanitizing of production area and equipment. Maintain a safe, quality, and sanitary plant operation while adhering to all sanitation guidelines and following all established procedures.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Perform cleaning procedures required by the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) and other required duties to maintain assigned areas and equipment sanitary and clean
Clean floor drains, hand wash sinks, overheads, production trash cans, equipment ledges, etc.
Complete work orders and logs accurately and in a timely manner
Ensure all chemical containers have proper and legible labels on them
Inspect personal protective equipment (PPE) used for cleaning and report or replace any damaged equipment
Complete special cleaning projects
Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent
1 to 3 years of sanitation or related experience
Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of plant operations
Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories
Able to effectively work in a team environment
Able to follow directions and carry out instructions
Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
Able to perform task and duties under general supervision
Able to work in various weather conditions both inside and outside of the facility
Must be able to read, write and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer