Sanitation

The Sanitation Worker is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing production equipment, utensils, and facility areas to ensure a safe, clean, and food-safe bakery manufacturing environment. This position plays a critical role in maintaining compliance with company sanitation standards, food safety programs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and all applicable regulatory requirements. The Sanitation Worker helps support efficient production by ensuring all equipment and work areas are properly cleaned and ready for operation.

Key Responsibilities

Cleaning and Sanitation Duties
- Clean and sanitize bakery production lines, mixers, ovens, racks, pans, conveyors, floors, walls, drains, and other equipment and facility areas.
- Disassemble and reassemble equipment as needed for proper cleaning and sanitation.
- Follow established sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOPs) and master sanitation schedules.
- Use approved cleaning chemicals and sanitizers according to company procedures and safety guidelines.
- Ensure production areas are cleaned thoroughly and are inspection-ready before startup.

Food Safety and Compliance
- Follow all food safety, GMP, allergen control, lockout/tagout, and safety procedures.
- Help prevent cross-contamination by cleaning equipment and production areas according to allergen and sanitation requirements.
- Maintain compliance with FDA, OSHA, and company sanitation and workplace safety standards.
- Properly document sanitation activities, chemical usage, and cleaning records as required.
- Report any food safety, equipment, pest control, or facility concerns to management immediately.

Equipment and Facility Care
- Safely operate sanitation tools and equipment such as pressure washers, foamers, scrubbers, hoses, and cleaning utensils.
- Inspect equipment and facility areas to verify cleanliness and identify any maintenance or repair needs.
- Assist with deep cleaning and periodic cleaning projects throughout the facility.
- Keep sanitation tools, chemical storage areas, and janitorial supplies organized.