Our first store opened on January 2nd, 1980, in Anaheim, CA and since then we have grown to 40+ stores in 4 counties: Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, and the Inland Empire. We offer our customers a full-service supermarket with a large meat department, bakery, tortilleria and prepared foods in addition to a sizeable section of domestic and imported Latin American grocery goods to provide a Mexican homeland experience. We are always looking for great people to join as a member of the Northgate Family. We look for enthusiastic people with the potential and desire to grow with us. We strive to create a great work environment that is positive and fun; where people have meaningful work, where individuals have a sense of belonging and feel appreciated, valued and secure. If you are passionate about food, are customer focused, team oriented, and want to be a part of our family, we invite you to apply! We offer flexible schedules, opportunities for growth, and 20% discount for you and one other family member in your household for most purchases made at Northgate. To learn more, please visit www.northgatemarkets.com

Sanitation Job Summary:

Maintains Plant’s food contact surfaces and non-food contact surfaces in all areas & equipment in pristine and optimum conditions throughout the shift.

Executes Company’s GMP program and strictly abides by its policies. Under the direction of Quality Assurance, executes the food safety & quality assurance programs of the plant.  

Works in conjunction with QA and specialized vendors to develop, implement and execute all sanitation standards operational procedures, (SSOP’S).

Assists Quality Assurance in the implementation and monitoring of all USDA pre-requisite requirements such as Listeria, allergens and traceability.

Manages all cleaning-related chemicals in plant. Performs the correct dilution ratios of chemicals and trains and monitors that the Sanitarian team abides by them.

Manages cost and maintains within budget all purchases of chemicals, sanitation & janitorial supplies, tools, and all safety gear related to his department.

Responsible to always wear appropriate safety gear while performing work duties and ensures that all personnel under his supervision wear it as well. Reports immediately any deviation or policy failure.

Ensures that all equipment is properly and safely disassembled, clean, rinse & sanitize and reassemble back together in a proper and safe way, according to Safety & SSOP guidelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Some of these tasks include, but are not limited to:

Must have a solid understanding of USDA, FDA, and Health Department on-the-job demands. Executes the Company’s General Manufacturing Practices, (GMP) policies & procedures. Responsible for the implementation and execution of all Sanitation Standard Operational Procedures, (SSOP’S). Assists Quality Assurance in the implementation and execution of HACCP. Responsible for managing all cleaning-related chemicals, performs the correct dilution ratios and trains all personnel in its use. Ensures that all chemicals always are locked and secured in a previously assigned place. Responsible for his safety and the safety of his direct report. Always executes the Lock-out / Tag out program. Ensures that always wear the correct safety gear to perform the job and that all sanitation personnel wear it as well and reports any deviation of policy. Works under the direction of QA in executing correct pre-operational inspections and having the plant ready for USDA inspection in time. Works closely with Production Associates and QA in preventing potential cross-contamination situations. Maintain a safe work environment by properly implementing the IIPP (Injury Illness Prevention Programs). Completes sanitation log records daily, as per QA directive. Works closely with Maintenance department to prevent water-related damage in processing equipment. Works closely with Quality Assurance department in the execution of the Pest Control program.

Other Duties and Responsibilities: 

Promote health and safety in the workplace. Maintains plant in optimum and pristine sanitation condition. Display good work ethic, resourcefulness, and organization. Reports immediately any malfunction issues and/or missing equipment parts as well as any damaged equipment while performing the daily tasks. Manages hourly schedules of all direct reports, ensuring that every associate works as previously assigned. Responsible for Managing scheduled breaks of all directs reports in a timely manner as per Company’s policy. Leads by example in the use of proper uniform and work gear. Trains all direct reports in proper filling of sanitation records, as per Quality Assurance guidelines. Trains all direct reports in the lock out / tag out program, as per Company’s policy. Trains direct reports in proper equipment prep prior to wash down. Manages water consumption in Plant. Avoids use of excess water throughout the Plant. Performs the SSOP training manual in EACH piece of equipment and trains direct reports in its implementation and daily execution. Maintains peripherical areas of plant in acceptable sanitary conditions such as associate’s restrooms, locker rooms and break rooms. Maintains the trash and other peripherical areas outside the plant in proper sanitary conditions. Leads by example in maintaining an exceptional GMP program in his/her person, team, and workplace. Keeps chemical cage area always locked. Maintains an outstanding attendance record.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must have solid leadership skills. Must be HACCP certified. Basic knowledge on Food manufacturing, processing and sanitation. Ability to understand and effectively communicate the daily pre-operational inspections and constant sanitation of plant. Must be able to work independently or in a team environment. Must be able to lead, delegate, monitor, and follow up. Must have good communication and mentoring skills. Must have a very strong Customer service commitment. Able to resolve operational problems related to projects and minimize delays or unexpected cost increases. Proactive, resourceful & highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in a high output environment. Ability to develop creative solutions to problems and challenges as they are identified and resolve them in a timely manner. Able to demonstrate attention to detail and follow through in all areas of responsibility. Ability to develop & coordinate project plans / projects and communicate changes and progress effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the department associates, peers and Plant Management.  Must be able to lift 30 Lbs. frequently and 40 Lbs. occasionally; stand, reach, climb, and lift frequently. Must be able to use calculator to perform general mathematical functions. Must be able work with others and coordinate cross-contamination prevention with co-workers. Must work with minimum or no supervision. Must have an excellent attendance record, reliable and flexible when seasonal work is occasionally required. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

(Occasionally 1-33%; Frequently 34-66%; Continuously 67-100%) Must be able to lift to 25 Lbs. (Continuously) Must be able to lift to 40 Lbs.  (Frequently) and exert force up to 50 Lbs. (Occasionally) Stand (Frequently) Walking (Frequently) Sitting (Frequently) Use hands to finger, handle or feel (Continuously) Reach with hands and arms (Continuously) Climb or balance (Continuously) Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Frequently) Talk or hear (Continuously) Plant environment may be subject to extreme temperatures with exposure to water, chemical usage, heath and heavy noise. Constant water and chemical contact. (With correct gear). High pressure hoses. Hot sanitation water of 150 degrees F. Work near moving mechanical parts (continuously) Vibration (Frequently) Moderate noise (Continuously) Extreme environment temperature changes: As hot as 85 degrees and as low as 35 degrees F.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Document Use: Prepares various reports and forms to document cleaning schedule, able to read documents and diagrams. Must write all sanitation records as per QA guidelines. 

Job Task Planning and Organizing:

Be prepared for any unexpected changes that may occur during the shift and report to immediate supervisor any deviations or unsafe environment. 

Decision Making:

 Ability to best perform a task, manage time efficiently, use appropriate equipment, and efficiently deal with a problem should one arise.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Spanish speaking a plus.

Mathematical Skills: 

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate dilution rates to obtain specific final PPM concentrations.

(The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICE

The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business or the work environment change.

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Northgate Markets is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Your Right to Work – In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Northgate Markets will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (Ban the Box Law).