Sanitor - 3rd Shift

Posted on Oct 7, 2024 by Ajinomoto Foods North America
Toluca, IL
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Position Summary:

About Ajinomoto:

Welcome to Ajinomoto Foods North America in Toluca, Illinois—a place where we’re not just leading the way in food manufacturing but also proudly embracing our role within this close-knit community. As our team rapidly expands, we’re dedicated to offering quality jobs that reflect our passion for community, collaboration, and a positive workplace culture. We’re looking for individuals who share our commitment to making a meaningful impact both within our plant and in the surrounding areas.

Ajinomoto Foods North America is a global leader in frozen foods, renowned for delivering nutritious and delicious meals to households everywhere. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, we’re on a mission to contribute to healthier lifestyles through our innovative and balanced Umami foods. Our commitment to excellence is evident not just in the quality of our products but in our dedication to our employees and our community.

Here in Toluca, our investment in expanding our facility and adding a new production line reflects our belief in growth and innovation. If you’re passionate about building a fulfilling career, being part of a great team, and helping to transform the way the world eats, we invite you to join us. Together, we can make a real difference—one meal at a time.

Job Description:

The Sanitor will be responsible for safely operating and cleaning equipment as assigned and of handling chemicals to sanitize production equipment and clean the production area, while following Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP). A Sanitation Technician may be required to perform minor disassembly and assembly of equipment in order to facilitate the cleaning process. Essential functions include ensuring plant sanitary conditions according to established food safety and quality standards. When any deficiency in requirements occur, it is the responsibility of the Sanitation Technician to take appropriate action and inform the appropriate personnel.

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Disassemble, clean and sanitize production machinery, equipment, tables, bins, pans, utensils and any other items utilized within the production process, using a variety of equipment, including high pressure water hoses.

Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all floors, walls, ceilings, structures, drains, vents, evaporators, light fixtures, etc. within production and support areas.

Ensure proper care of equipment during the cleaning process, including:

Covering control boxes and critical components to prevent water infiltration.

Safe and non-destructive transportation and storage of equipment and components.

Follow all safety guidelines, including:

Chemical Safety

Lockout/Tagout

Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP)

Reporting any unsafe conditions

Immediately reporting any near miss, injury, or accident to Team Leader or Manager

Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Sanitation Practices (GSP) as outlined by Ajinomoto Windsor.

Handle equipment and chemicals in accordance with company, government and safety data sheet guidelines.

Assist with other Sanitation work as needed.

Position Qualifications:

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

A High School Diploma or its equivalent required.

Experience in sanitation procedures in a food manufacturing plant is helpful.

Good English communication skills (reading, writing and verbal) are essential to interface with co-workers, Team Leaders and Managers.

Must be willing to work together with co-workers as part of a team; also, must be self-motivated and able to work with little or no supervision.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about on foot. Bending the body downward and forward by bending at the spine and legs is required frequently. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Eye, hand and foot coordination is used continuously with operation of foot and hand controls. The employee will be working in temperatures ranging from freezing to sub-freezing (coolers, freezers, etc.) and may come into contact with food allergens.

Reference: 200082710

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Sanitor - 3rd Shift

Posted on Oct 7, 2024 by Ajinomoto Foods North America

Toluca, IL
Other
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Position Summary:

About Ajinomoto:

Welcome to Ajinomoto Foods North America in Toluca, Illinois—a place where we’re not just leading the way in food manufacturing but also proudly embracing our role within this close-knit community. As our team rapidly expands, we’re dedicated to offering quality jobs that reflect our passion for community, collaboration, and a positive workplace culture. We’re looking for individuals who share our commitment to making a meaningful impact both within our plant and in the surrounding areas.

Ajinomoto Foods North America is a global leader in frozen foods, renowned for delivering nutritious and delicious meals to households everywhere. With a rich history of diverse ethnic brands, we’re on a mission to contribute to healthier lifestyles through our innovative and balanced Umami foods. Our commitment to excellence is evident not just in the quality of our products but in our dedication to our employees and our community.

Here in Toluca, our investment in expanding our facility and adding a new production line reflects our belief in growth and innovation. If you’re passionate about building a fulfilling career, being part of a great team, and helping to transform the way the world eats, we invite you to join us. Together, we can make a real difference—one meal at a time.

Job Description:

The Sanitor will be responsible for safely operating and cleaning equipment as assigned and of handling chemicals to sanitize production equipment and clean the production area, while following Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP). A Sanitation Technician may be required to perform minor disassembly and assembly of equipment in order to facilitate the cleaning process. Essential functions include ensuring plant sanitary conditions according to established food safety and quality standards. When any deficiency in requirements occur, it is the responsibility of the Sanitation Technician to take appropriate action and inform the appropriate personnel.

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Disassemble, clean and sanitize production machinery, equipment, tables, bins, pans, utensils and any other items utilized within the production process, using a variety of equipment, including high pressure water hoses.

Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all floors, walls, ceilings, structures, drains, vents, evaporators, light fixtures, etc. within production and support areas.

Ensure proper care of equipment during the cleaning process, including:

Covering control boxes and critical components to prevent water infiltration.

Safe and non-destructive transportation and storage of equipment and components.

Follow all safety guidelines, including:

Chemical Safety

Lockout/Tagout

Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP)

Reporting any unsafe conditions

Immediately reporting any near miss, injury, or accident to Team Leader or Manager

Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Sanitation Practices (GSP) as outlined by Ajinomoto Windsor.

Handle equipment and chemicals in accordance with company, government and safety data sheet guidelines.

Assist with other Sanitation work as needed.

Position Qualifications:

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

A High School Diploma or its equivalent required.

Experience in sanitation procedures in a food manufacturing plant is helpful.

Good English communication skills (reading, writing and verbal) are essential to interface with co-workers, Team Leaders and Managers.

Must be willing to work together with co-workers as part of a team; also, must be self-motivated and able to work with little or no supervision.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move about on foot. Bending the body downward and forward by bending at the spine and legs is required frequently. The employee is frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Eye, hand and foot coordination is used continuously with operation of foot and hand controls. The employee will be working in temperatures ranging from freezing to sub-freezing (coolers, freezers, etc.) and may come into contact with food allergens.

Reference: 200082710

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