Winlandfoods

Sanitation Associate

WI Milwaukee · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 28 days ago

ExcelSAPInventory ManagementGMPLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMicrosoft OfficeHACCPFood Safety

About the role

At Winland Foods, our commitment to Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration shapes everything we do-from the food we make to the people who make it possible.
As a Sanitation Team Member, you'll play a vital role in creating a safe, clean, and high-performing production environment.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

You'll guide daily sanitation activities, support line employees, and help ensure our facility meets the highest standards of food safety and quality.
Acting as a trusted partner to the Sanitation Supervisor, you'll not only keep our operations running smoothly but also model the values that define Winland-leading by example, fostering teamwork, and respecting the well-being of every employee.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation.
Work with supervisors and team to develop solutions to issues.
Perform daily inspections, preventive maintenance on Sanitation equipment.

Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors and others at the worksite regarding work matters, which are mostly conducted in English.
This includes the ability to understand and respond to oral communications
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.

High School Diploma or GED required.
Minimum 2 year of work experience in manufacturing or food production sanitation preferred.
18+ years of age.

Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities.
Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Safety & Compliance:
Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.
Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., push heavy loads, stand/walk up to 90 % of shift, and climb as needed.
Must have near and far visual acuity, some color perception, and full range of hand/arm movement.
Teamwork, Communication & Leadership:
Personal Attributes & Work Ethic:
Positive attitude, dependable, self- motivated, and willing to work overtime or weekends as needed.

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.
Provide backup coverage for multiple roles, share knowledge with peers, and support training.

This is more than maintaining cleanliness-it's about protecting the integrity of our products, supporting the success of your team, and contributing to Winland's mission of delivering food experiences that delight consumers and earn their trust.

Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace.
Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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