JOB DESCRIPTION

Purpose

The Sanitation Technician is responsible for deep cleaning the areas/equipment in the food manufacturing area (packaging area) of the warehouse and maintaining the common areas in clean. This role requires maintaining areas of the food plant hygienic. 

Responsibilities

• Conduct deep cleaning procedures by following the Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures written by the Food Safety Program Technologist.
• Maintain and keep records of completed duties daily. 
• Perform a variety of tasks while standing, lifting, crouching for long periods of time. 
• Keep chemical and janitorial supply and storage area clean and organized.
• Handle sanitation chemicals in accordance with proper safety procedures.
•      Check and replenish supplies in break rooms, lunchrooms, washrooms, mops washroom, first aid room weekly.  
• Empty/change garbage, clean below the trash and cardboard compactor on a weekly basis.
• Maintain warehouse areas including sweeping, cleaning and washing of floors, coolers and docking bays.
• Clean and sanitize surfaces in the warehouse, lunch rooms and staff washrooms.
• Clean washrooms including cleaning of toilets and sinks when required.
• Assist with cleaning underneath the dock plates when scheduled.  
• Maintaining the exterior of the warehouse tidy by picking up garbage 
• Operate scissor lift to clean lights and pipes in heights of up to 22 feet or more.
• Operate scissor lift to clean and sanitize drip pans in the warehouse.   
• Effectively communicate with all departments regarding sanitation activities. 
• Handle sanitation chemicals in accordance with proper safety procedures 
• Follow standard procedures including proper set up. 
• Other duties as assigned.
• Complies with Sysco’s Food Safety Policy and procedures to ensure food safety,     quality and legality requirements are met.
• Is willing to work safely with minimal environmental impact and understands the importance of reporting all hazards, incidents, and environmental spills immediately to their supervisor.
•     Understands that they play an integral role in their own safety and that of their colleagues and is willing to speak out when hazards are present.
• Perform other duties as assigned.  

Skills

• Proficient in operating a variety of cleaning equipment, including specialized machinery such as floor scrubbers, high-pressure washers, and steam cleaners.
• Ability to train and guide other team members.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and sanitation standards (e.g., OSHA, HACCP, GMP).
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ability to troubleshoot minor equipment malfunctions and perform basic maintenance.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Schedule:

• Full time
• Tuesday - Saturday 12:00 p.m. - 08:30 p.m.
• Statutory Holidays and OT as required.

Certifications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience

0-2+ years of experience

Physical Demands

• Be able to work in freezer and coolers for long periods of time.
• Primarily working indoors but may be required to work in outdoor work environments with varying temperatures.
• No travel is required.
• Required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Operate material handling equipment (Power jacks, floor washer, scissors lift, grass cutters etc.),
• Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods.
• Requires bending, stooping, reaching up.
• Ability to read and comprehend SDS to use chemicals.
• No travel required.
• Reasonable accommodations will be taken where necessary

Travel Requirements

0-25%

Sysco is committed to Employment Equity. Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request for candidates with disabilities.

At Sysco, we aspire to create a global culture that is decidedly diverse, equitable, and inclusive – one where we foster belonging as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. We are Better Together.

COMPANY 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.

Our Purpose: Connecting the world to share food and care for one another

Our Mission: Delivering success for our customers through industry-leading people, products and solutions

Our Identity: Together we define our future of foodservice and supply chain

Here’s a sample of the many benefits Sysco colleagues enjoy:

Comprehensive Flexible Benefits including Health and Dental, Health Care Spending and Wellness Accounts • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability • Life Insurance • Voluntary Optional Insurance • Parental Leave Plan • Company Pension Plan • Group RRSP & TFSA • Employee and Family Assistance • Stock Purchase Plan • Maple Virtual Care • Unlimited on-line learning • Sysco product discounts • Preferred vendor discounts • Associate Resource Groups

(*benefits may vary based on location or bargaining unit)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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This Job Requisition is for an existing vacancy.