Porter

Essential Job Functions:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Cleans and keeps in an orderly condition any common areas including locker room and break room.
• Clean and sanitize Conveyors, Filling Equipment, Floors, Walls, Garbage Containers and Cleaning Equipment.
• Monitor, clean and service washrooms.
• Respond to any major spills or other cleaning crises.
• Segregate and remove recyclables (cardboard, metals, etc.) and remove trash.
• Complete equipment cleaning procedures as directed in the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS).
• Monitor and clean grounds as directed in the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS).
• Keeps Sanitation/Cleaning areas clean at all times.
• Understand and use a variety of Sanitation Chemicals to effectively complete assigned tasks.
• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clean, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal codes and regulations.
• Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
• Support SQF program by maintaining food safety and food quality through job tasks in relation to GMPs, HACCP, sanitation, etc.
• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Work overtime as assigned.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

The minimum required qualifications for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Sanitation experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to handle hazardous chemicals is required.
• Understanding of HACCP, PMO and basic sanitation practices is preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and GMP practices is preferred.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel and climb for 5-60 minute intervals, depending on the activity, repeatedly throughout the shift. .
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, including overhead.
• Ability to work in a cold/wet environment between 30-45 degrees F.
• Ability to legibly write entries for record keeping.
• Must have the ability to handle and follow through on multiple projects.
• Strong teamwork skills with a willingness to assist others.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work all assigned work schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays, and comply with all time and attendance policies.
• Ability to work overtime when required.