Sanitation Attendant I

JOB RESPONSIBILTIES

Strategic and tactical work for which this position is accountable:

It is the responsibility of the Sanitation Attendant l to become familiar with Kreher’s pre-established processing plant sanitation procedures and guidelines, and while working in a supervised manner:

• Cleaning and sanitation of the egg grader, the packing room, and may include the cooler and the dry storage warehouse.
• Sanitation of the egg washing area including conveyors, washers, blowers and egg inspection units, along with walls, floors and drains.
• Sanitation of the egg grader including the egg baskets, brush area and covers/doors of the grader.
• Sanitation of the packer area including rollers, egg holders, all conveyors, machine framework, floors and drains.
• Review daily sanitation report to implement corrective action(s) during next sanitation time.

• Meeting or exceeding standards in the tasks performed for the department without sacrificing quality or personal safety.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area to avoid accidents and encouraging the team to do the same.
• Prior to beginning cleaning and sanitation; Sanitation Attendant I may work on packaging eggs to ensure that products are packaged in the correct carton/cases/carts.
• Monitoring products for valid dates (sell by, use by, and packaging dates).
• Complying with Kreher’s Policies and Work Rules, as well as federal and state laws.
• Learning the proper operation of basic warehouse equipment and machinery.

• Performs other job duties as required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Capabilities and traits essential to perform satisfactorily

• Knowledge and experience in the use of basic hand tools.

• Ability to be a good team mate while working with other employees.
• Good attention to detail.
• Good organization skills.
• Strong desire to learn and develop knowledge and skills.
• Ability to be flexible with working schedule - employees may need to work longer or shorter hours to meet operational needs, as determined by leadership. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1+ years of work experience, in a food processing plant preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is a high-stress position based on full responsibility for Kreher Farms’ egg processing operations. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to

• Sit, talk, see and hear 
• Stand and walk, often for long periods of time
• Lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Verbally communicate in a concise manner
• Hours may be long and irregular

The physical work environment is a processing plant environment with frequent high noise level. However, the employee will often be exposed to:

• Dust and dirt associated with agricultural farming
• Excessive noise levels associated with a processing plant and machinery