Company:  

US1668 FreshPoint Bix Produce Company, LLC

Sales Territory:  

None

Zip Code:

55117

Travel Percentage:  

0

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison.  Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

SUMMARY

Responsible for providing technical support, subject matter expertise and training to other associates in the respective primary job function of Sanitation Associate as directed by the immediate supervisor.  Complete and maintain sanitation recordkeeping and monitor completion of tasks by Sanitation Associates.  

Responsible for general custodial care of the facility office areas, warehouse, and other areas as assigned under general supervision.  Performs all duties safely, accurately, and meets all set productivity goals to maintain an environment that assures a high level of associate and food safety.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide and coordinate on the job training related to custodial duties and maintaining sanitary conditions, technical support, and subject matter expertise to sanitation associates on proper procedures and policies on all shifts as directed by the immediate supervisor.

• Assist sanitation associates in resolving any issues, i.e., equipment or procedures.

• Maintain and consolidate all documentation and paperwork associated with sanitation processes, as required.  

• Communicate any safety or equipment issues or concerns immediately to supervisor.

• Communicate any food safety issues or concerns immediately to the Food Safety Coordinator and supervisor.

• Perform random audits/inspections for proper cleaning of equipment and surfaces, warehouse areas, offices, and all other common areas. 

• Participate and actively collaborate in scheduled and unscheduled internal/external facility audits. 

• Assist in the preparation for regulatory and customer inspections. 

• Perform all custodial duties following an established master cleaning/sanitation schedule throughout the facility office areas, warehouse, guard shack(s) and break rooms which includes proper sanitizing/disinfecting, dusting, sweeping, washing, wiping, scrubbing, shoveling, and mopping.  Care of other areas may be requested.  May be required to climb ladder (stepstool) to perform these duties.

• Perform proper sanitation procedures in special situations such as floor drain cleaning, chemical spill cleanup, elevated cleaning (cleaning at heights), and clean-up of blood borne pathogens.

• Maintain sanitary conditions in the requested areas to include collection and daily disposal of trash or debris.  Clean up all spills in those areas.

• Maintain floor coverings by sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming in assigned areas. 

• Maintain employee and guest parking areas/lot(s), main entrance and associate entrance areas and common areas on a weekly basis or as needed to maintain appearance.  Remove litter/trash or other property damaging elements (i.e., nails, glass, cigarette butts). 

• Complete daily cleaning log to provide accurate documentation for planning and evaluation of sanitation activities.

• Clean and disinfect any/all restrooms as scheduled to maintain sanitary conditions.  This includes the cleaning of urinals, toilets, sinks, counters and counter tops, mirrors, sweeping and mopping of floors, and restocking paper and soap dispensers. 

• Maintain proper and safe utilization of chemicals.

• Responsible for the neatness and cleanliness of assigned work areas.

• Report to supervisor immediately any unfixable/unsafe issues.

• Observe and enforce all safety rules to eliminate accidents and injuries.

• Understand and comply with all applicable company policies (i.e., attendance, Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, Associate Handbook, etc.)

• Comply with all applicable State/Federal laws, regulations, and policies (i.e., OSHA {Occupational Health and Safety Administration}, HACCP {Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points}, etc.).

• Supports food safety policies, standard operating procedures, and prerequisite food safety control programs that meet legal and quality requirements and industry best practices as defined in our Food Safety Commitment documentation.

• Accept additional responsibilities or special projects as requested.  Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

• Must pass a functional capacity test. 

• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.

• Must be able to communicate effectively with supervision, management, and co-workers.

• Must work independently with minimal supervision and have a strong attention to details.

• Internal candidates must be in a Sanitation Associate position for at least one year to qualify for the Lead Sanitation Associate position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) preferred, or one year sanitation related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must have ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Must have ability to read and write simple correspondence.  Must have ability to speak effectively with co-workers and in small group settings.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 

REASONING ABILITY

Requires ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form, and the ability to deal with standardized situations with occasional variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

The working conditions and physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  An individual should contact his or her supervisor or the Human Resources Department if he or she believes that an accommodation is needed.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls.  Is frequently required to stand and walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, talk and hear.  The associate is required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit.  The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, occasionally lift an/or move between 41 and 50 pounds, and seldom lift and/or move 51 pounds and up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  The job is performed in a warehouse and office environment; however, some time will be spent outdoors.  While performing the duties of this job, the associate will be exposed to fast moving material handling equipment or other mechanical equipment.  The associate will be exposed to freezer/cooler warehouse environments.  The associate is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, vehicle emissions, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions.  The associate is exposed to enclosed electrical equipment.  The noise level in the office work environment usually is moderate; however, the noise level in the warehouse work environment usually is loud.

WORK HOURS

This is a full-time position.  The incumbent must have the ability to work a varying schedule which might include shift work (days or nights), weekdays or weekends, and some holidays.  Work hours may vary, or change based on departmental requirements or business needs.

TRAVEL

The position does not require travel.

The above statement reflects the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.