Sanitation Technician I - Grave Shift

Sweet Candy Company

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Salt Lake City, Utah

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Sanitation Technician is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of candy production equipment and areas to ensure product safety and regulatory compliance. They must safely handle industrial chemicals, manage sanitation supplies, and perform waste disposal while adhering to FDA and company standards.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience in machine operation or food manufacturing. You are capable of safely handling industrial cleaning chemicals and operating powered industrial vehicles, while maintaining strict compliance with FDA and food safety standards.

Must Have Skills for ATS

HAZCOMM

SDS

GMPs

BRC

Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIVs)

Job Description

Description

Shift: Sunday 7:30 pm - 4 am and Monday - Thursday 10:00 pm - 6:30 am

At Sweet Candy while we have been in business for over 100 years we are future focused and have some of the most advanced confectionary machines in the world. We also have some machines that have been producing candy for over half a century.

The Sanitation Technician I is accountable to maintain the highest degree of cleanliness of our candy production equipment and areas ensuring the safety of our product and an acceptable BRC audit results in area of responsibility. He/she maintains strict compliance with all FDA, and Sweet Candy Company Food Safety and Sanitation Standards.

Why Choose Sweet Candy Company?
Sweet Candy offers a strong total rewards package including;

  • Health Insurance Benefits available 1st of the month following date of hire
  • Domestic Partner Health Coverage
  • Paid Vacation
  • Up to 40hour/year Paid "Life Happens Time"
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Bonus Program
  • 401K (3% contribution with up to another 3% match)
  • Educational Benefits (Tuition Sponsorship and Dependent Children Scholarships)
  • Shift Differential
  • Professional Development
  • Supplemental Insurance Benefits
  • Employee Product Discounts and Giveaways

 Responsibilities 

  • Perform all work safely by following established safety policies and procedures and promote safe work practices among team members.
  • Safely handle and utilize industrial cleaning chemicals in compliance with HAZCOMM, SDS, and food contact surface procedures to protect product safety and employee health.
  • Maintain adequate inventory levels and proper stocking of janitorial and sanitation supplies needed to support daily operations, including gloves, paper towels, hair nets, beard nets, soap, sanitizer, and other hygiene or cleaning materials, as assigned by shift.
  • Routinely inspect supply levels, restock designated areas including restrooms, production floors, breakrooms, and sanitation stations, and ensure supplies are stored in a clean, organized, and accessible manner.
  • Notify management of low inventory levels, assist with inventory counts, and verify stocked items meet company quality and compliance standards.
  • Collect, remove, and properly dispose of trash, recycling, and waste materials; transport waste to designated disposal areas in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor waste accumulation areas and maintain clean, sanitary collection points to prevent overflow, contamination, or pest activity.
  • Respond promptly to spills, leaks, or contamination events by safely containing, cleaning, and disinfecting affected areas using proper procedures, PPE, and safety signage.
  • Safely operate required Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIVs), including lifts and other approved equipment, and work safely at heights when required.
  • Maintain sanitation tools, supplies, and equipment in a ready-to-use condition.
  • Work collaboratively with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Management, and other departments to respond quickly to sanitation needs and support a culture of cleanliness, safety, and quality throughout the facility.
  • Communicate effectively with team members and cross-functional partners regarding sanitation priorities, operational needs, and completion of assigned tasks.
  • Complete all required documentation accurately, on time, and in an audit-ready format.
  • Demonstrate compliance with GMPs, food safety, BRC/BARR (as applicable), and company safety standards.
  • Conduct oneself in a professional manner, treating all individuals with respect and contributing to a positive, productive work environment.
  • Maintain assigned work areas in a clean, neat, and organized condition to support efficient operations and smooth shift transitions.

Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • One (1) or more years of machine operating experience preferred
  • One (1) or more years of food manufacturing experience preferred
  • An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered

Sweet Candy Company

Sweet Candy Company is one of the oldest family-owned and operated candy companies in the United States. Sweet Candy Company has been making taffy, milk chocolate and dark chocolate orange sticks, and cinnamon bears for 125 years. Additionally, Sweet Candy Company makes an array of gourmet chocolate candies, holiday candy, sugar free candy, and nostalgic candy - an assortment ranging from chocolate covered peanut clusters to marshmallow Easter eggs and jelly beans.
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