1171 - Food Safety Team Member - General Labor (Night) / FT / 3rd Scott, LA

Fortrex and Safe Foods are recognized leaders in the food safety solutions industry, specializing in contract sanitation and chemistry services within the food processing sector. With over 50 years of experience, the company has built enduring partnerships and operates across North America, employing more than 10,000 dedicated professionals. Their corporate headquarters is located in Atlanta, GA, with team members stationed at over 250 plants throughout the continent. Fortrex and Safe Foods are committed to protecting the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can feel confident about the safety of the food they consume. Their mission centers on safety at every step — from the protection of plant team members to the end consumers — by delivering honest communication, ethical practices, and collaboration to achieve stronger outcomes.

This opportunity is for a Food Safety Sanitor who will play a crucial role in safeguarding product safety through meticulous sanitation practices. The Food Safety Sanitor is responsible for carrying out comprehensive sanitation tasks by executing the eight steps of sanitation and strictly adhering to food safety and workplace safety policies. The individual will work closely with leads and management to maintain cleanliness standards throughout food production environments. This role involves physical labor, including handling hoses, equipment, and chemicals — all performed in accordance with employer-specified personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines, such as gloves, face shields, eye goggles, aprons, boots, and safety glasses. Candidates should expect to be exposed to varying temperatures and chemical substances while ensuring that all tasks are completed safely and efficiently.

The job requires standing, lifting, and crouching for extended periods and demands a detail-oriented and safety-conscious mindset. Responsibilities include using Lock-out Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures to ensure safe equipment handling, demonstrating accountability, and following directives from management to maintain the highest sanitation standards. The Food Safety Sanitor is also expected to carry out any additional duties assigned to support the food safety mission. This position emphasizes teamwork, safety awareness, and dedication to maintaining a safe food processing environment.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, possess the ability to follow instructions, demonstrate strong safety awareness, and be able to work in environments with fluctuating temperatures while wearing PPE. The role may require shifts based on location and involves working in wet, hot, or cold conditions. Fortrex and Safe Foods prioritize equal opportunity employment and comply with laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities, providing reasonable accommodations where necessary. This job offers various benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic life, short-term, and long-term disability; retirement plans; paid holidays and vacations; employee assistance programs; and opportunities for training and development.