OVERVIEW:
Pete and Gerry’s is dedicated to the humane treatment of animals, sustainability, and the restoration of the small family farm to the American landscape. Our farming model provides opportunities for family farms to remain in business, from the organic grain farmers who supply our feed to the families across the country that produce our eggs. Best of all, it allows us to provide you and your family with safe, wholesome, organic, free range eggs at a fair price.
In our Georgia location, we are responsible for packing and shipping eggs to stores all over the United States. The Sanitation Specialist will be responsible for all work-related activities in relation to cleaning and sanitizing all processing equipment, floors, and drains on a nightly basis. This person must be able to work independently and efficiently.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Always wear PPE’s when handling and using any chemicals (safety glass’ and gloves are the minimum)
- Rinse, foam, scrub and wash, rinse and then sanitize the following:
Pre-loader
Loader
Orientator Table
Spools
Washers
Dirt Detector
Crack Detector
Scales
Dryer
Transfer
Packers 1-20
Drop Brushes
Pre and Post process Floors
Gutters
Drains
- End of day hygiene sweep of entire processing plant – remove waste and debris
- Comply with all food safety procedures, regulatory requirements, and process efficiencies
- Report any food safety issues to any manager
- Follow all workplace safety procedures per safety training
- Complete all daily sanitation logs
- Put all cleaning supplies and tools away at the end of each shift
- Assist co-workers as needed
- Comply with Food Safety and GMP requirements at all times
- Any and all other duties as assigned.
- All issues or non-conformances related to quality assurance or food safety must immediately be reported to the Quality Assurance Supervisor or departmental supervisor/manager for communication with the Quality Assurance Manager.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience in a processing environment preferred
Essential Skills:
- Attention to detail
- Highly organized
- Strong work ethic
- Excellent communication skills
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Maternity and Paternity leave
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick time
- Paid vacation time
- 401(k) retirement plan with 4% employer match
- Footwear/uniform reimbursement
- Free eggs each week
- Opportunities for advancement
- Great company culture
Pete and Gerry’s Organics is and Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to continually creating inclusive environments for all of our employees.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Sanitation: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person