We are currently seeking a motivated individual to join our Hensall Food’s team as a Sanitation Operator for our Ready Meals Plant. This position will primarily focus on washing and sanitizing equipment, utensils and production areas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform washing and sanitizing of production equipment, utensils and areas throughout the shift as needed as per sanitation program requirements and or directed by the CRM management.
• Perform shift sanitation tasks ensuring RM equipment and areas are cleaned after the run as per written sanitation programs.
• Dismantle and set up production equipment before and after sanitation is completed.
• Understand the operation of CRM equipment such as fillers, sealers, printers, conveyors.
• Provide proper cleaning directions to the support sanitation staff, and ensure that all assigned tasks are completed properly, according to schedule.
• Complete/assist in the completion of sanitation checklists/paperwork as per the sanitation program.
• Work in other areas/on the line in CRM plant during the shift as directed by the Production Manager HFI.
• Work with Production Manager HFI in implementing sanitation KPIs to accurately measure and track items related to RM production.
• Assist in executing continuous improvement plan for RM operations.
• Assist in developing and updating S.O.P. for proper sanitation of the equipment.
• Follow all standard operating procedures for equipment and machinery in processing and during sanitation activities.
• Follow all HC Health and Safety (especially wearing proper sanitation related PPE’s), Environmental, Quality and HACCP policies and procedures.
• Be aware of and always report all potential quality issues.
• All other duties as assigned by the Production Manager HFI.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Technical knowledge and understanding of equipment functions, dismantling procedures.

• Good verbal and written communications skills.

• Capable of building strong working relationships within the production team.

• Coaching and mentoring skills.

• Attention to detail and time management.

• High level of integrity, confidentiality and accountability.

• Ability to commute into Exeter.

Required Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in an Agricultural or Business-related program

• 2+ years sanitation related experience or working experience in a food manufacturing facility.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume through our online portal. 

Hensall Co-op is committed to employment equity and encourages members of the four designated groups to apply.

Accommodation will be made upon request.