
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $17.50
Work Schedule
Night Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
basic life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
401k Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Employee assistance program
Training and development opportunities
Job Description
Fortrex Solutions is a leading company specializing in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry within the food processing industry. With over 10,000 dedicated team members working across North America in more than 250 plants, the company has established itself as a trusted partner with over 50 years of experience. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, Fortrex Solutions is committed to protecting the food supply by eliminating risks, ensuring that families everywhere can consume products safely and without fear. The organization operates with a strong mission to protect what matters by putting safety at the forefront, delivering on promises through integrity and ethical standards, promoting teamwork and collaboration, and advancing sustainable, innovative food safety solutions.\n\nThe role of Food Safety Sanitor offered by Fortrex Solutions is a crucial position dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety in various food production environments. This entry-level position involves performing sanitation labor by following the comprehensive eight-step sanitation process, while strictly adhering to food safety and company protocols to ensure a sanitary environment in food processing plants. The position is hourly, paying $17.50 per hour, with working hours typically from 1:00 AM to 5:30 AM. Employees will be actively involved in physical tasks such as lifting hoses, equipment, and chemical containers, standing and crouching for extended periods, and using specialized personal protective equipment (PPE) to safely handle chemicals and maintain hygiene standards. The sanitation process includes tasks such as lock-out tag-out procedures and cooperative work with leads and management to uphold sanitation protocols.\n\nWorking with Fortrex Solutions offers a structured training program designed to provide employees with essential skills and knowledge related to sanitation and safety procedures in the food processing industry. This structured training allows for career advancement over time, enabling team members to grow within the organization. The job also takes place in environments that may be wet, hot, or cold, demanding the ability to work under extreme temperature fluctuations. Fortrex values safety awareness and accountability, seeking reliable individuals who can attentively follow instructions and contribute actively to the team’s success. Additional benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, a 401k retirement plan, paid holidays and vacation (varying by location), an employee assistance program, and ample training and development opportunities.\n\nFortrex Solutions embraces diversity and inclusion, being an equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations under applicable laws. The company fosters a unique culture rooted in collaboration, respect, and commitment to high ethical standards. Interested applicants should be at least 18 years old and demonstrate a strong commitment to food safety standards and workplace safety practices. Fortrex’s mission-oriented environment offers the chance to be part of a dedicated team that protects America’s food supply daily, ensuring public health and safety with pride and professionalism.
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
- Ability to stand and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods
- Willingness to wear personal protective equipment
- Availability to work 1:00 AM to 5:30 AM shifts or similar hours
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to follow directions and instructions from managers
- Accountability for own actions
- Strong safety awareness and attention to detail
- Ability to work in extreme temperature fluctuations
- Experience with sanitation or food safety preferred but not required
- Willingness to work night shifts or variable hours
Job Duties
- Perform sanitation labor by executing the eight steps of sanitation
- Comply with all food safety and safety policies and procedures
- 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
- Perform all tasks safely including lock-out tag-out procedures
- Stand, lift, and crouch for extended periods
- Other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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