Farmingdale Meat Market/Main Street Wholesale Meats is hiring a Sanitation Specialist to join their team.
The Sanitation Specialist is responsible for ensuring that our facility meets mandatory federal sanitation requirements. This position requires a safety-minded individual with strong chemical awareness who can perform basic equipment breakdowns. No prior experience is required; we will train the right candidate who possesses a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain mandatory sanitation requirements for all production equipment and facilities to ensure daily USDA operational approval.
- Mix, blend, and apply routine cleaning solutions to proper, safe concentrations.
- Perform basic equipment breakdowns for cleaning and demonstrate a basic understanding of equipment functions.
- Clean floors using industrial-size mops, floor machines, or power washers. Sweep sidewalks and tiled surfaces.
- Safely dispose of infectious waste, and empty and decontaminate trash containers.
- Move, rearrange, and wipe down equipment. Report minor building or equipment repair needs directly to the supervisor.
- Farmingdale Meat Market, Inc. reserves the right to add or change duties at any time
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Primarily works in a wet, refrigerated production plant. Occasional outdoor work is required during both winter and summer months.
- Ability to stand, walk, push, pull, reach, and bend for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read, write, and utilize basic mathematical skills.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Experience in operation of warehouse equipment preferred
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.