Job Description

Position Summary

Sanitation Associates will have a focus area of either the Kitchen department, Plate and Pack room, Compactor room or Warehouse/general areas of the building; may also help or provide backup for any of these areas. Associates must become familiar with and follow internal Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP) and ensure FDA and USDA guidelines regarding allergens and food contact surfaces are maintained.

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to

• Continually squeegee and clean debris off floors and give prompt attention to cleaning spills
• Break down boxes/containers and collect/remove cardboard
• Regularly empty trash cans and transport waste to trash compactor and receptacles
• Take initiative to assist with general cleaning tasks in the work area, remove clutter and garbage from areas as needed; must be careful not to touch food contact surfaces when doing various sanitation tasks
• Monitor rooms for condensation and wipe down doors, walls, ceiling, etc. as needed
• Regularly remove expired food from the Ready To Eat area and help treat and trash unusable food products as assigned
• Properly use and maintain cleaning equipment and chemicals
• Transfer dirty items (pans, totes, scoops, carts) to Dishroom for cleaning
• Help with general housekeeping and organization
• Follow and encourage others to follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
• May help clean and maintain bathrooms, hand wash stations, break room, or other general office areas
• May help clean around exterior of the building as needed
• May help in other areas of the plant as needed (e.g., plating, dishroom, etc.)
• Help clean and ensure all machines and food surfaces meet FDA, USDA, and internal sanitation standards

Required Skills and Experience

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Strong observation and initiative skills
• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail as sanitation programs are key to preventing listeria, E.coli , and other potential bacteria problems
• Ability to conduct work tasks without disturbing assembly line or other workers
• Willingness to cross-train and help in other areas as needed
• Ability to properly use floor squeegeesand other cleaning tools and equipment; ability to use cleaning chemicals

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Some previous work-related experience

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to use hands to feel, grab, or operate objects, tools, and controls while reaching with hands and arms
• Frequently required to stand, communicate, and listen.
• Occasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Visual perception to perform job including peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to perform repetitive movements
• Able to work in variable temperatures (cold/hot)

Company Overview

Moms Meals is a home-delivered meal service providing fully prepared, refrigerated meal solutions direct to homes nationwide for over 25 years. We provide seniors, patients recovering post-discharge and those managing a chronic condition with tailored nutrition solutions to manage their specific needs. If you are passionate about the well-being of others and have a strong sense of community, Moms Meals could be the place for you! We are a family operated business looking for fun, compassionate, and friendly people who want to make a difference in the lives of others.

EEO

Moms Meals complies with all applicable federal and state non-discrimination laws. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regards to race, religion, national origin, ancestry, color, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or military status.

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