• Sanitation

    Winland Foods (Fair Lawn, NJ)


    Hardworking and reliable sanitation worker with experience keeping areas clean and safe. Follows health and safety rules, works well with others, and uses cleaning tools and chemicals properly. Focused on doing quality work and keeping spaces hygienic in accordance with Plant GMP regulations.

    Employee Type:

    Full time

    Location:

    NJ Fair Lawn

    Job Type:

    Production Group

    Job Posting Title:

    Sanitation

    Job Description:

    Schedule: 5 days a week with required overtime based on production needs. Schedule to be determined at time of hire. **_Position is available on 2nd and 3rd shift._**

     

    Work Location: 20-01 Broadway, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

     

    Benefits: Based on Union Contract Provisions

     

    Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $21.27 Per Hour

     

    Shift Differential: 2nd = $0.25 and 3rd = $0.35

    Essential Functions

    + Assist Processing departments in the sanitation of the production areas including the press, dryers, and general area.

    + Assist Processing department in routine press sanitations and changeover exercises.

    + Maintain an environment in the food processing area that complies with FDA guidelines and GMP expectations.

    + Perform facility sanitation duties including, but not limited to grounds, trash, floors, walls, and restrooms.

    + Follow and perform tasks of our Master Sanitation Plan for entire facility.

    + Assist Sanitation Coordinator and Quality Manager with various projects including but not limited to pest control.

    + Assist in break coverage as needed.

    Essential Job Requirements

    + High school diploma or GED equivalent.

    + Must have the ability to lift 1-50 pounds on a regular basis and up to 80 pounds occasionally.

    + A minimum of 2 years of related work experience preferred.

    + Familiarity with GMP, SOP, SSOP, FDA, traceability and OSHA standards are desired.

    + Experience in operating a man lift, pallet jack and forklift a plus.

    + Must be able to work in hot and humid environments on a regular basis and work in cold, outdoor environments seasonally.

    + Prompt and regular attendance required.

    + Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and time management skills needed.

    Sanitation position requires the employee to:

    + Push/Pull 30%

    + Lift 30% up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis

    + Climbing 15%

    + Ascending/Descending 15%

    + Bend 10%

     

    Language Skills

     

    Ability to read, write and interpret documents in English. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints.

     

    Reasoning Ability

     

    Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is loud. Have the ability to perform all above tasks in an environment of 90 degrees F or greater up to 80% of the shift or greater than 100 degrees F for 30-minute intervals. Also have the ability to perform the above tasks in an environment of up to 35% Relative Humidity.

    Safety Responsibilities

    Be able to work and perform tasks in a confined space as needed. Be able to wear appropriate hearing protection for the whole shift. Be able to perform lockout/tagout procedures on equipment once trained. To be able to work safely in and around equipment at all times.

    EEO Statement:

    Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

     

    Winland Foods is a leading private label food manufacturer of pasta, dry dinners, condiments, syrups, and more with nearly 3,000 employees operating out of 14 production facilities in US, Canada, and Italy.

     

    As a ‘newly’ established company, we are creating the building blocks for an innovative and agile organization that is purpose driven - delivering high quality food to our customers and communities. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard, and values their contributions and ideas.

     

    By joining Winland Foods, you become a part of a new team that values passion, collaboration, and strives to prosper with our customers.

     

    To all recruitment agencies: Winland Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to Winland Foods employees, or any company location(s). Winland Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.