
Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $22.00
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
basic life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Employee assistance program
Training and development opportunities
Job Description
Fortrex and Safe Foods, a division of Fortrex, are industry leaders in providing food safety solutions focused on contract sanitation and chemistry within the food processing sector. With over 50 years of rich experience and a dedicated workforce exceeding 10,000 team members spread across more than 250 plants throughout North America, this company is a trusted partner for numerous food processing facilities. Their corporate headquarters is located in Atlanta, Georgia, serving as the central hub to support their broad operations and uphold their commitment to food safety. The corporate culture centers on collaboration, ethical business practices, and a commitment to innovation to safeguard the food supply chain, ensuring consumers can trust the products they consume. Fortrex and Safe Foods emphasize safety in every aspect of their work and continually work towards delivering sustainable and cost-effective food safety methods.
The role of Food Safety Sanitor is vital within this organization. This position is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety across all food production environments, ensuring the complete sanitation and safety compliance necessary in food processing plants. Those in this role perform sanitation tasks adhering to the industry's eight recognized steps of sanitation, and they must consistently follow all safety policies, including the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, aprons, face shields, and boots. The position involves physically demanding tasks including lifting equipment and chemical containers, standing for lengthy periods, and working in varying temperature conditions ranging from hot to cold environments. The Food Safety Sanitor must also apply safe chemical handling practices, including adherence to Lock-out Tag-out (LOTO) procedures, to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of themselves and their coworkers.
Working as a Food Safety Sanitor at Fortrex and Safe Foods means joining a team dedicated to protecting the food supply chain by eliminating contamination risks, thereby enabling families around the world to eat safely without fear. The company values integrity, teamwork, and the continuous pursuit of safer food environments. Employees are expected to work cooperatively with management and team leads, demonstrating strong accountability and attention to detail. This role offers a unique opportunity for individuals dedicated to meticulous sanitation tasks and safety vigilance in food production settings to contribute meaningfully to public health and safety.
This is a position that demands reliability, physical stamina, and a commitment to sustaining safe working conditions at all times. Fortrex and Safe Foods support their employees with comprehensive benefits such as medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and retirement plans, further emphasizing their dedication to employee well-being. The company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing accommodations as required and fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member is respected and valued. Join Fortrex and Safe Foods and contribute to their mission of advancing a safer future through effective sanitation and food safety initiatives.
The role of Food Safety Sanitor is vital within this organization. This position is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety across all food production environments, ensuring the complete sanitation and safety compliance necessary in food processing plants. Those in this role perform sanitation tasks adhering to the industry's eight recognized steps of sanitation, and they must consistently follow all safety policies, including the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, aprons, face shields, and boots. The position involves physically demanding tasks including lifting equipment and chemical containers, standing for lengthy periods, and working in varying temperature conditions ranging from hot to cold environments. The Food Safety Sanitor must also apply safe chemical handling practices, including adherence to Lock-out Tag-out (LOTO) procedures, to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of themselves and their coworkers.
Working as a Food Safety Sanitor at Fortrex and Safe Foods means joining a team dedicated to protecting the food supply chain by eliminating contamination risks, thereby enabling families around the world to eat safely without fear. The company values integrity, teamwork, and the continuous pursuit of safer food environments. Employees are expected to work cooperatively with management and team leads, demonstrating strong accountability and attention to detail. This role offers a unique opportunity for individuals dedicated to meticulous sanitation tasks and safety vigilance in food production settings to contribute meaningfully to public health and safety.
This is a position that demands reliability, physical stamina, and a commitment to sustaining safe working conditions at all times. Fortrex and Safe Foods support their employees with comprehensive benefits such as medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and retirement plans, further emphasizing their dedication to employee well-being. The company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing accommodations as required and fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member is respected and valued. Join Fortrex and Safe Foods and contribute to their mission of advancing a safer future through effective sanitation and food safety initiatives.
Job Requirements
- must be 18 years of age or older
- ability to take direction and instruction from managers and be accountable for own actions
- safety awareness and attention to detail
- ability to work in extreme temperature fluctuations
Job Qualifications
- must be 18 years of age or older
- ability to take direction and instruction from managers and be accountable for own actions
- safety awareness and attention to detail
- ability to work in extreme temperature fluctuations
Job Duties
- work cooperatively with leads and management to ensure sanitation procedures are followed
- frequently lift hoses, equipment, and chemical containers
- wear employer-specified personal protective equipment such as gloves, face shield, eye goggles, aprons, boots, safety glasses
- exposure to chemicals with PPE required for the task
- all night standing, lifting, and crouching for periods at a time
- perform all tasks safely
- use lock-out tag-out (LOTO)
- other duties as assigned
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