Materne North America is focused on being the market leader in providing solutions to help active families with fun, smart and innovative snacks in forms and tastes that kids love. Launched in 2008, GoGo squeeZ is the first squeezable, re-sealable, no-mess, 100% fruit, all-natural, no-sugar-added fruit-based snack for kids in the U.S. Today GoGo squeeZ is available at Whole Foods, Costco, Target, Walmart, Kroger, Publix, and most major Grocery stores as well as at leading convenience store chains including 7-11 and WaWa, in KFC ‘Lil Bucket Kids Meals, and at high altitudes on Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. GoGo squeeZ is also found online at Amazon.com and Diapers.com.

Job Summary:

The Facilities Sanitation Technician for Materne North America is responsible for performing a variety of sanitation activities at the Nampa, ID food manufacturing facility and offices. This role will focus primarily on janitorial and facilities sanitation tasks. This position is C Shift (Sunday - Tuesday and every other Wednesday) from 7:00am-7:00pm, The starting pay for this position is $18.04 per hour paid bi-weekly.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform the duties of sanitation as described in the programs and systems including but not limited to sanitation, environmental monitoring, quality and food safety standards for the plant.
• Rinse, wash, and sanitize equipment and areas as needed to reduce cross contamination risk as pertains to food safety of finished product and ingredients. Including but not limited to the sanitation of:
• Clean common areas such as break rooms, locker rooms, and restrooms as well as trash, waste, recycling equipment, and grounds.
• Lead, monitor, and report on chemical usage and movement of chemicals within the common areas of the plant and ensure compliance of chemical concentrations, cleaning frequency, and sanitary conditions.
• Train, educate, and mentor team members on sanitary practices and good housekeeping.
• Participate in and initiate continuous improvement with Sanitation Leadership and team members to drive a world class sanitation program.
• Effectively communicate opportunities, inventory status, continuous improvement efforts, etc. to the Sanitation Supervisor.
• Investigate, respond, and report internal customer feedback regarding product food safety and quality issues as they pertain to sanitation.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED required.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Must be able to work safely with industrial sanitation chemicals
• Must be able to operate cleaning equipment, including a floor sweeper.
• Must give high attention to detail and consistently maintain high standards of performance.
• Able to Read and Write English
• Basic math skills, including competency with weights and measures
• Ability to communicate effectively in English

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including safety shoes and hearing protection.
• Must be able to work up to 12 hours per day and be on his/her feet for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work in wet / cold / hot internal and external environments

• Experience with food industry sanitation practices preferred
• Mixing and maintaining chemical inventory preferred

Materne North America offers a competitive compensation package which includes: Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses, domestic partners & Children; Retirement & Savings Plans, Paid Vacation and Holidays.

Materne, North America is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.