Job Description
Description:
Keeping our facilities clean and sanitized is critical to our success in the food industry. The Sanitation Department plays an essential part in our Food Safety and Food Defense program.
Safeguarding our customers through superior sanitation. AK Crust takes a "clean in place" approach. All food production equipment is washed by hand - soaped, rinsed, and sanitized to the highest standards. Our sanitation program is designed to meet or exceed all customer audits as well as stringent FDA and SQF requirements.
Advancement Opportunities
Career development is part of our commitment to our employees. Sanitation employees have the opportunity to earn promotions and raises as they level up their skills and core competencies. Advanced Sanitation positions pay up to $22.50 per hour.
Other Benefits
Employees of AK Crust enjoy a generous range of benefits and amazing workplace perks. See the Careers Page at AKCrust.com for more information about Company benefits.
Shifts & Locations
Positions are 2nd shift, full time, with some weekends required.
Job Duties
Sanitation follows a Master Cleaning Schedule which includes regularly:
Washing and sanitizing all food-contact surfaces: soaping, wiping, scraping, rinsing
Use of power hose and air hose to remove debris and rinse
Sweeping and mopping
Operating floor scrubber equipment
Using ladders and scissors lifts to clean at heights
Thorough facilities cleaning: windows, walls, ceilings, fixturesRequirements:
Some industrial sanitation experience is helpful but training is provided
High school diploma or GED is a plus
Ability to read labels and safety instructions on cleaning chemicals
Ability to work with industrial cleaning chemicals (safety training, PPE provided)
Excellent attendance
Physical demands. Requires the ability to perform fast-paced manual labor including:
Standing and walking, 8+ hours per day
Constant bending, reaching, twisting, pulling, pushing, repetitive wrist and hand motion
Frequent overhead reaching
Frequent lifting and carrying of 20 pounds, possible lifting up to 50 pounds
Kneeling, crouching, crawling as needed
Ability to climb stairs, step stools, step ladders
Ability to work at heights on scissors lift
Excellent hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity
Temperatures: Baked lines and frozen lines experience warmer / cooler temperatures
Dress code: Sanitation PPE is provided and required. GMP's required in the plant. Hairnets, beard nets, and uniforms are worn. No watches, jewelry, piercings, false fingernails or nail polish permitted. No dresses, skirts, shorts, capris, or pants with holes. New slip-resistant footwear is required; voucher provided for purchase of shoes.
Language skills: Requires the ability to understand and follow instructions and to communicate effectively one-on-one and in small groups
Teamwork and a positive attitude are essential in keeping with our culture of respect
Zero Tolerance Drug Free, Alcohol Free Workplace.