Principle Accountabilities

• Responsible for assisting all areas in maintaining high levels of daily cleanliness and adherence to site GMP's.
• Prioritize work on a daily basis by identifying pressing issues, through communication with each operator, knowing shift production plans and awareness of area.
• Promote high quality team environment through effective team work and self-management with a positive attitude.
• Performs all assigned activities and job tasks within their area
• Understands production schedules as they relate to shut downs.
• Detailed cleaning of large areas and work spaces
• Detailed cleaning of large pieces of manufacturing equipment
• Understanding of microbiological and pest control as it pertains to a food manufacturing environment
• The ability to work with all Teams at the site on Sanitation, Pest Control and Housekeeping Projects
• The ability to work in enclosed spaces
• The desire to work as an interactive team in a large plant setting
• When assigned to a specific operation area, complete all duties associated with that assignment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform sanitation duties as required by the Master Sanitation Schedule, with particular attention to lock out/tag out procedures. Complete required documentation.
• Assist the plant to meet or exceed production goals.
• Educate others on sanitation principles.

• Receive micro training and understand the hazards of cross contamination.
• Develop a detailed knowledge of the process flow of the plant.
• Understand traffic, air flow and color code system.
• Every associate at Mars has responsibility for the achievement of quality and food safety.
• Other duties and responsibilities throughout the plant as assigned by manager

Mission Critical Competencies

• Integrity & Trust
• Planning
• Self Development
• Problem Solving Skills
• Building relationships

 Physical Requirements

• Must be capable of working at elevated heights
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs repetitively
• Must not be unusually sensitive to chemicals (contact lenses not recommended).
• Vision correctable to 20/20.
• Must be able to stand on feet for long periods of time.
• Standing on a concrete floor
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)
• Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs
• Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals
• Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and getting on and off frequently
• Able to work with minimal supervision

Minimum Qualifications

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
• Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent written/verbal communication (English)
• Computer Skills
• Very Good interpersonal skills, with ability to influence, motivate and work in a team environment 
• Self-motivated
• Good working knowledge of  HACCP & Food Safety
• Excellent working knowledge of all production equipment, site layout, sanitation tool use and preventive maintenance.
• Good working knowledge of HACCP & Food Safety