OVERVIEW:

Our client, a leading Canadian grower of cannabis and producer of cannabis products, is in need of several Sanitation Associates. The Sanitation Associate will be joining this rapidly-growing company as they continue to expand their production facilities in Ancaster Ontario. This is a full-time, permanent position to be based in their Ancaster greenhouse and indoor facilities. The position will be responsible for supporting plant-wide safety & sanitation programs during the production, processing, storage, and distribution of high-value perishable goods. Work activities involve maintaining a hygienic, clean and sanitary facility environment, its equipment, building structure & grounds.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleans/sanitizes various mechanical and electrical equipment and workstations in the plant.
• Disassembles, Cleans, sanitizes and re-assembles equipment according to standard operating company procedures.
• Works with quality, production, warehouse and maintenance departments on executing projects and process improvement plans.
• Responsible for clear and consistent documentation of work done.
• Cleans and sanitizes floors manually by mopping and or floor scrubber.
• Be trained and train others on cleaning chemicals according to chemical safety and right-to-know guidelines.
• Follows safety procedures and participates in safety training.
• Maintains safe and efficient use of equipment, tools, and person.
• Reports any injury, accident and/or unsafe condition immediately to management team.
• Supports product safety, quality and regulatory guidelines.
• Follow and promote Good Manufacturing Practices and plant cleanliness among all plant personnel.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.
• Ensures all equipment is maintained and operated according to established sanitary and housekeeping standards, to highest efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Primarily working day shift, but must be willing to work flexible hours when required for specific projects.
• The employee frequently is required to stand for a prolonged time and will be required to do frequent manual labour.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Mechanical aptitude to understand and effect equipment operation and basic maintenance for the job function described.
• 2+ years of sanitation work experience (in a food, beverage, or pharmaceutical facility is preferred).
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Basic computer skills