Sanitation Operator

**Sanitation Operator ( Full-Time)**

**Department**: Sanitation
**Reports to**: Sanitation Supervisor
**Shift: Start Time : 3pm ( Monday to Friday) ; 1 Sunday/month**

**Job Scope**:
Reporting to the, the scope of this position involves the tear-down, cleaning, sanitizing and re-assembly of packaging rooms and equipment.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Tear down equipment in various packaging rooms in preparation for cleaning
- Clean and sanitize all packaging equipment and packaging rooms according to Quality Control and Company Standards as outlined in SSOP’s
- Re-assemble and test all machinery and equipment in preparation for next day production and ensure everything is operating normally
- Interact with Maintenance, Quality Control, the Packaging Supervisor and other supervisory staff regarding equipment or room issues
- Housekeeping and cleaning of other areas of the plant as needed
- Complete documentation of GMP’s, H&S and HACCP related items
- Maintain accurate and detailed documentation including the Clean and Pre-Operation Checklist and the MSS (Master Sanitation Schedule)
- Cross Train to learn how to dismantle and clean packaging equipment in all areas of responsibility
- Provide relief coverage for other Sanitation Operators and Janitorial
- Food Safety & Quality responsibility as outlined in SOP’s & other training materials provided and accurate record keeping
- Monitor and maintain the Quality, Food Safety and SQF systems
- Attend prescribed courses and training
- Other duties as assigned by Management

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum high school diploma and/or relevant dairy experience
- Minimum 2 years sanitation experience in a regulated dairy or food manufacturing environment an asset
- Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), including excellent sanitary habits, CIP systems and possess knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to be flexible in terms of shift work and perform other duties as required
- Physically capable of performing the demands of the job and ability to multi-task

**Working Environment**:
Extended exposure to chemical substances and a wet environment. Frequent exposure to sharp objects. Regular exposure to extreme temperatures. Occasional exposure to odour, working from heights and noise.

**Physical Demands**:
Walking and crouching for extended lengths of time. Considerable amount of time lifting, pushing, pulling, stretching, reaching and working in awkward positions. Moderate amount of time required for climbing. Moderate lifting of equipment to a maximum weight of 30 kg (Shred Wheels).

**Gay Lea Foods** is a proud Canadian owned dairy food and beverage company with a robust portfolio that includes 7 established brands such as Gay Lea Butter, Nordica Cottage Cheese, Ivanhoe Cheese, Salerno Cheese and Hewitt’s Dairy. Our wide range of products are sold in Retail, Foodservice, Industrial, Co-pack and Export markets, developed and produced out of our 13 manufacturing facilities in Ontario and Alberta.

Delivering high quality and innovative products - from the consumer favourite Spreadables and North America’s first Smooth Cottage Cheese, to Nothing But Cheese, an innovative snack made with 100% cheese, is what makes us market leaders in our categories. Our grassroots approach to business is what guides our direction and differentiates us from our competitors.

Our employees inspire our culture of excellence and entrepreneurship. We hire innovative and passionate professionals who know that greatness is achieved through people, partnerships, and acting with a business owner mindset.
- Gay Lea Foods is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace._
- Reasonable accommodation is available upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process._

**Thank you for your interest in Gay Lea Foods.**

**Wishing you all the best with your career search**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Madoc, ON K0K 2K0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Are you available for an afternoon shift Monday to Friday?

**Experience**:

- machine operator: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person