Sanitation Technician – $ 24.71hr

Job Description

Sanitation Technician

Kraft Heinz Company 

Mason City, IA

The Kraft Heinz Company is seeking a Sanitation Tech to work at our production facility in Mason City, IA.   Ideal candidates must be safety and quality-oriented and willing to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to work overtime as necessary

 Preferred Qualifications 

• Basic math, excellent communication skills, and read and write proficiently
• Previous sanitation experience
• Familiar with the safe use of sanitation chemicals
• Ability to work under pressure and multi-task
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to acquire knowledge of chemicals and chemical concentrations to maintain adequate sanitation
• Understanding of CIP systems and valve actuation

 Benefits & Compensation Overview: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision – we offer a variety of benefit plans to choose from
• 401(k) 
• (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account Also:  Company paid Life Insurance, Company paid Short-term Disability, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, and Pet Insurance 
• Starting rate of $24.71/hour 
• Starting with 4 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)

 Work Schedule: 

• Core schedule is 40 hours per week, M-F
• Works overtime as required, including weekend coverage
• Flexibility to adjust shift schedule to work with employees on other shifts as required
• Required to work during plant shutdowns

Plant & Community Overview: 

• Products: Refrigerated Ready-to-Eat Jell-O gels, puddings and cheesecake 

• Plant runs 24 hours a day / 7 days per week. This continuous process is supported by four shift teams with over 200 employees.
• Non-union facility
• No product recalls

Community Overview: 

Welcome to Mason City:  https://www.masoncity.net/

Job Overview: 

The Sanitation Tech is responsible for executing periodic sanitation schedule (PSS) and master sanitation schedule (MSS) tasks to support a sanitary production environment. The Sanitation Tech is responsible for executing the floor drain cleaning, sink cleaning, and hose cleaning and assisting in various sanitation tasks. The Sanitation Tech will be responsible for assisting in CIP validations and passivation and titration of chemicals. This position will primarily work in hot temperatures and be exposed to a wet and dusty atmosphere. This position requires the use of additional chemical-resistant PPE while completing work duties.

Responsibilities & Duties include but are not limited to: 

• Cleaning of drains according to plant master sanitation schedule
• Cleaning of sinks, hoses, and sanitation tools according to plant sanitation schedule
• Assists in plant performance monitoring
• Support allergen and CIP validation for all lines
• Ensure proper handling, labeling, and storage of all chemicals (primary and secondary), including validating new chemicals
• Support passivation of parts and new equipment
• Titrate CIP solution strength
• Train employees on best sanitation practices
• Follow safe work practices for chemical handling, equipment lock out tag out (LOTO), confined space, fall, and fire protection
• Observes all safety, environmental regulations, accident prevention procedures, food safety procedures, and GMP's
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (steel toe shoes, hard hat, ear plugs, glasses, face shield, gloves & other job-specific PPE (green rain suit while cleaning drains)
• Complete all other assigned tasks

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, & twisting
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.

About Us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands worldwide, we deliver the best taste, fun, and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility, and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans who work to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Why Us

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and commitment to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins – and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.

Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and cultivating strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NATAI@kraftheinz.com.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

EEO Statement

Kraft Heinz Company, Inc. is an equal employment employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals. As an equal opportunity employer, Kraft Heinz Company, Inc. is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the American’s with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact 847 646-6044 for assistance.

Location(s)

Mason City Plant

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.