Overview

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a Sanitation Associate on behalf of our client in the Fraser Valley. We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Sanitation Associate to join our client's Operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary production facility and common areas while following established food safety, quality, and sanitation standards.

The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow established cleaning and sanitizing procedures and standards.
• Complete daily sanitation and janitorial records accurately.
• Clean and sanitize the laboratory daily.
• Maintain cleanliness throughout production areas and common areas.
• Clean lunchrooms, washrooms, showers, hallways, warehouse areas, and other shared spaces.
• Dust, sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum floors and surfaces as required.
• Empty garbage and recycling regularly.
• Clean hand-washing sinks, windows, glass partitions, doors, and other common areas using approved cleaning chemicals.
• Maintain cleanliness of parking areas and walkways and remove debris as needed.
• Remove cardboard, plastic, organic waste, and other materials from production areas.
• Sweep warehouse floors and clean sanitation equipment and tools.
• Replenish consumable supplies throughout production and general areas.
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels of janitorial and sanitation supplies.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) when completing cleaning, waste removal, recycling, and general sanitation duties.
• Ensure required FSSC, HACCP, and quality documentation is completed accurately.
• Use approved chemicals at the correct concentrations and according to proper procedures.
• Complete internal sanitation and inspection reports.
• Follow all company quality policies and procedures.
• Wear required PPE and follow all safety procedures when handling chemicals and performing job duties.
• Participate in safety meetings, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide support to the Sanitation Team and assist with coordination of activities when required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in a food manufacturing, manufacturing, or similar industrial environment.
• Experience operating industrial floor scrubbers and floor-cleaning equipment.
• Experience with HACCP, FSSC 22000, GMP, or other quality systems is an asset.
• Experience operating manual and powered pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and quality.
• Good time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written English skills with the ability to understand and communicate clear instructions.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changes or unexpected situations.
• Ability to lift up to 25 kg (55 lbs.).
• Flexible and willing to work varying shifts as required.

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be dependable, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in a production environment. You should take initiative, work well with others, and consistently follow sanitation, food safety, and workplace safety procedures.

If you are looking for a hands-on role where your work directly contributes to a safe and clean production environment, we encourage you to apply!

About us:

Express Employment Professionals works with job seekers to help them find the right job for their skills and experience. We have a variety of jobs available, and there are full-time, part-time, and temporary positions available. As one of the leading staffing companies in Canada, British Columbia, Fraser Valley, we’re ready to help you take the next step in your career.