Sanitation - 3rd Shift $21.50/hour

at Savencia Cheese USA in Lena, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Summary/Objective

This position is responsible for packaging the product. This includes general packaging, stacking, lifting and restocking of material into equipment. This position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Level 3 – Sanitation

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sanitation

+ Able to take apart and clean every part of a machine and clean the whole machine;

+ Clean floors and walls;

+ Able to use necessary cleaning chemicals appropriately;

+ Able to use and operate a Clean-Out-of-Place (COP) tank and Sanitizer tank.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a manufacturing environment with the following conditions:

Exposure to hot or cold climate occasionally;

Exposure to chemical occasionally;

Exposure to noise and vibration frequently;

Exposure to wet and humid conditions occasionally.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties on the job, the physical demands are:

Stand – frequently;

Stoop/Bend – frequently;

Squat – occasionally;

Crawl – never;

Climb Stairs or ladders – occasionally;

Reach – chest level, above or below – occasionally;

Push – 50 lbs. frequently;

Pull – 50 lbs. frequently;

Lift/carry- 50 lbs. occasionally.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours vary depending on the shift and department. Overtime and weekend work is required at times. Vacation coverage as needed.

Required Education and Experience

+ Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend English.

Preferred Education and Experience

+ Experience working in a food manufacturing environment;

+ High school diploma or equivalent;

+ Basic mathematics and calculating tools;

+ Capable of operating without direct supervision;

+ Capable of following instructions.