Sanitation Operator at Kerry Group

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jan, 26

Salary

26.0

Posted On

02 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Food Sanitation, Chemical Handling, cGMP, HACCP, Teamwork, Organizational Skills, Mathematical Skills, Data Entry, Communication Skills, Mechanical Aptitude, Flexibility, Safety Policies, Quality Policies

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

We Are Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment. Where You'll Work Our Seattle, WA location is part of our Liquid Beverage division and creates sweet syrups and sauce variations for Kerry customers and brands. You’ll be working in a state-of-the-art facility with a team that’s committed to helping each other succeed in their roles though structured training with committed and engaged leadership. Are you looking to build a career in manufacturing with a team you can have some fun with? With our engagement program, volunteer days and energetic culture, we might be the team for you! What You'll Do The Sanitation Technician is responsible for janitorial tasks completing the Sanitation Program. They support the Production Supervisor with food grade sanitation needs which include the common, office and production areas. Duties involve cleaning drains, working with production and maintenance teams to ensure equipment is sanitized and meets food processing standards. This position reports to the Sanitation Supervisor. In the absence of the Industrial Sanitation employee, another Industrial Sanitation employee will serve as backup. We offer multiple career paths, training in GMP, HACCP, food safety and food production related subjects. The primary duties include, but are not limited to Cleaning duties as set out on the master sanitation schedule for floors, drains, walls perimeters in the plant and warehouse meeting company, customer and government standards Daily cleaning i.e. tanks, pipes and equipment, (some CIP and COP) and filling room floor. Safe handling and documentation of chemicals used. Careful use of water so equipment is not damaged Removal and emptying of production garbage and debris Manual and/or electrical pallet jacks Maintain all sanitation documents in accordance with plant quality and safety requirements. The shift hours are set at 900pm - 530am, Monday through Friday with Sunday Overtime, Hours are Not Negotiable What You'll Need to Succeed High School Diploma or Equivalency required. Previous experience in food sanitation, knowledge of chemical handling, cGMPs and HACCP. Able to work independently, as well as a team environment. Good organizational and mathematical skills, data entry of related information. Ability and willingness to follow, plant Quality, Safety and Security policies and guidelines. Able to effectively communicate with co-workers and plant management. Have a good mechanical aptitude, basic math and measurement. Able to work flexible hours and overtime as required. What's In It For You The pay rate for this position is $26.00 per hour. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance. This job posting is anticipated to expire on November 26, 2025. Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at Know Your Rights Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).

Responsibilities

The Sanitation Technician is responsible for janitorial tasks completing the Sanitation Program, including cleaning drains and ensuring equipment is sanitized. They support the Production Supervisor with food grade sanitation needs in common, office, and production areas.