Description

JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION

Position Title: SANITOR

Position Type: Fulltime, 3rd Shift

FLSA Status: Hourly

Department: Sanitation 

Location: Columbia, MO

Business Unit: Principe Foods

Reports to: Sanitation Supervisor 

JOB SUMMARY

Sanitors are the first line of defense in food safety verifying that all work area and machinery meet internal and USDA sanitary requirements before production starts each day. 

These individuals must be self-motivated and willing/able to work with little supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Sanitize all equipment and make sure it is cleaned to ensure they are free of debris and manage cleaning personnel of areas that need re-cleaning.

Ensure the production machinery is clean and following all proper cleaning procedures and work as a team if corrections are needed.

Report any unsafe conditions that may be occurring overnight

Apply sanitizer where needed to drain.

Ensure rooms are operation ready before production begins (i.e. no condensation, no pools of water etc.)

Selects areas for testing at specified stages in the sanitation process, and tests equipment and room area for variety of contaminates

Solves problems by analyzing information, conducts tests, investigates and receives feedback. Communicates findings to QA Leads, Supervisors, Plant management and any other appropriate persons

Knows and understands the HACCP process. Tests, records and files the data required to satisfy HACCP. Involved with educating, training, and auditing the HACCP process on a continuous basis to ensure food safety

Assists in the assembly or revision of a training process, uses this training tool to assist in the training of new or back-up employees of Pre-Op, Sanitation and QA Departments

Promotes and supports work teams to motivate and resolve conflict. Utilized training to assist in keeping a positive, productive attitude necessary to achieve goals during work situations.

Performs general or preventive maintenance and cleaning of testing and sampling equipment during use to ensure proper function as recommended by equipment manufacturer or SOP. Notifies QC Lead or Supervisor of malfunctioning equipment as necessary.

Strictly adheres to all company and plant policies concerning safety, performing proper Lock-Out, Tag-Out procedures, uses proper lifting techniques, wears personal protective equipment (PPE) as required, proper walking/stepping and all other safety procedure related to your duties.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

High School Diploma or equivalent

Ability to read, interpret and analyze general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Ability to comprehend and communicate in basic English and interact with all levels of the organization.

Ability to enter data with intermediate computer skills using Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time

Slippery floors, cold temperatures, and loud ambient noise

Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing

Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently

Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information

May be exposed to stressful situations

May be required to work additional hours/overtime without advance notice

Seeing, hearing and speaking clearly in order to communicate effectively

Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50# unassisted

Good attendance and safety records

More about us:

Since 1945, Principe has combined its Italian heritage with true craftsmanship to deliver the best Italian meats and charcuterie in the world. To meet growing consumer demand for great-tasting, high-quality Italian meats and charcuterie, Principe Foods is opening a new facility, combining old world traditions with innovative recipes, and expanding the authentic artisan offerings of Principe in the United States.

Swift Prepared Foods, a division of JBS USA, the leading global supplier of diversified, high-quality food products, acquired Principe Foods in February 2022.  Swift was founded nearly 150 years ago by Gustavus Swift, a pioneer whose passion and innovative spirit transformed the meat industry.

Now it is your turn to join a company with the mission to use these 100-plus years of knowledge to be the BEST in all we do; completely focused on our business, ensuring the BEST products and services to our customers; a relationship of trust with our suppliers and profitability for our shareholders.  All this, we do to provide an opportunity for a better future for all of our TEAM MEMBERS.

Opportunity for career growth – we prefer to promote internal employees into management roles as they are ready for new responsibilities

Comprehensive benefits package for full time employees including Medical, 401(k) and free tuition to select schools

Charitable involvement across Mid-West communities (Hometown Strong)

Company Culture (Purpose & Culture)

EOE/Vets/Disability