Sanitation

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin’ Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to “Fun Served Here”.

Job Title: Sanitation 

Job Code:                 

Department: Sanitation 

Reports to: Food Safety  

Prepared By: Human Resources 

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt 

Preparation Date: 4/28/2023  

POSITION SUMMARY: This position assists in the daily sanitation clean-up of entire plant area.  This position must also demonstrate ability to utilize time productively and efficiently. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

• Follows outlined duties in areas assigned for the plant sanitation to include painting, and scraping.  

• Follows sanitation procedures as assigned during downtime clean-ups. 

• Tasks assigned during special clean-ups. 

• Accomplishes mechanical tasks using a wide variety hand and power tools. 

• Accomplishes other related work as required. 

• Complies with all safety regulations and follows safe methods in sanitation and chemical usages. 

• Reports all accidents/injuries and unsafe conditions to the QA Manager or Supervisor. 

• Maintains any logs as required. 

• Assist janitorial staff as directed. 

• Use Panel views to operate equipment. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

COMPETENCIES:  

To perform this job successfully, the Sanitation must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  

• Must be able to work with limited supervision.  Be able to follow written and verbal instructions  

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 

• Must be able to work with limited supervision.  Be able to follow written and verbal instructions. 

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively communicate in English commensurate with the requirements of this position. 

• Must be knowledgeable in GMPs’, HACCP, SOP’s, sanitation practices, & Product Trace & Recovery pertaining to the food industry 

• Personal hygiene must meet company and government sanitation requirements.  Abide by safety rules as outlined in company policies and procedures.   

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 

• or up to one month related experience or training;  

• or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 

• None 

Job Analysis/Job Description Physical Activities Checklist 

Job title: Sanitation 

Physical Activities 

Check all that apply 

Frequency 

(N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly 

Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like. 

O 

Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces. 

O 

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods. 

N 

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. 

O 

Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions. 

O 

Communicating with others to exchange information. 

C 

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. 

O 

Operating machinery and/or power tools. 

O 

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment. 

N 

Environmental Conditions 

Check all that apply 

Frequency 

Low temperatures. 

O 

High temperatures. 

O 

Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. 

N 

Noisy environments. 

O 

Hazardous conditions. 

N 

Poor ventilation. 

O 

Small and/or enclosed spaces. 

O 

Adverse environmental conditions expected.  

N 

Physical Demands 

Check only one 

Frequency 

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. 

O 

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. 

O 

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds. 

O 

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more. 

N 

Disclaimer: 

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

EEO Statement: 

J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and 
unemployment status. 

The signature below indicates the team member's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position. 

Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement: J&J Snack Foods Corp.is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discriminatory employment actions against, and treatment of, employees and applicants for employment based on actual or perceived Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, alienage, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability or veteran's status, sex offenses, prior record of arrest or conviction, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking and unemployment status.