Sanitation Worker, Stuart in Stuart, Florida at Pero Family Farms Food Company LLC

Title: Sanitation Worker

Reports to: Sanitation Supervisor

Location: Stuart, FL

Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Non-Exempt

COMPANY SUMMARY

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century. Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer. As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

JOB PURPOSE

Assure consistent cleaning of plant and food equipment. Performance of cleaning procedures that comply with stated corporate mission and strategic plan, corporate policies, and customer requirements.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Dry cleaning, garbage removal and janitorial activities
• Wet cleaning to include rinsing, soap application, and scrubbing
• Work with soaps / other cleaning chemicals.
• Other duties as required

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in a food processing and produce manufacturing environment.
• Regular exposure to wet and humid conditions during sanitation and wash-down activities.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, including refrigerated areas at 35°F or below.
• Frequent exposure to cleaning and sanitizing chemicals, including chlorine, soaps, detergents, and other approved sanitation agents.
• Exposure to produce-related odors and fumes, including onions, peppers, and other vegetables.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including rain gear, gloves, safety footwear, and other sanitation-related protective equipment.
• Work may involve cleaning production equipment, processing areas, common areas, and waste disposal locations.
• Must be available to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts as business needs require.
• Fast-paced manufacturing environment with strict food safety, sanitation, and GMP requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods of time while wearing rain gear and PPE.
• Frequent use of hands for grasping, handling cleaning tools, equipment operation, and documentation.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, crouching, kneeling, and climbing.
• Ability to push, pull, and maneuver sanitation equipment and cleaning supplies.
• Frequently lift, carry, and move materials weighing 5 to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely operate sanitation equipment such as foamers, brooms, shovels, hoses, and related cleaning tools.
• Ability to perform repetitive cleaning and scrubbing motions throughout the shift.
• Visual ability to inspect equipment, production areas, and sanitation results for cleanliness and compliance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and management.
• Ability to work safely around moving equipment, machinery, water, and cleaning chemicals.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum High School Education / G.E.D. preferred or applicable certification
• Understanding of Produce Standards, and or basic produce experience preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Microsoft Office: Excel, Word - basic computer skills
• Working knowledge of English and basic math
• Ability to interact with management

COMPANY BENEFITS/PERKS

• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

The company (Pero) reserves the right to alter, amend, expand or contract these duties and responsibilities as the company's needs evolve.