PM Sanitation Worker at North Coast Seafoods in New Bedford, MA

The Sanitation Worker is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting the production and shipping areas. They play a critical role in our plants, as they work within a team to clean production equipment, machines, and work areas where food is processed daily.

The Sanitation Worker spends almost all of their time on their feet and moving. Significant strength is required for many cleaning operations, as they control high-pressure hoses (e.g. 250 psi is common), lift heavy containers of chemicals, and empty trash receptacles around production.

The Sanitation Worker are responsible for handling, the proper storage and management of chemicals and sanitizers. They are trained to work efficiently and effectively to ensure food safety and workspace cleanliness. This enables us to produce top-quality seafood products, at high volume, to customers all over the country.

This PM shift starts in the early afternoon and works through the evening, often past midnight.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create and maintain an efficient, hygienic, and positive working environment

• Promote health and safety in the workplace

• Display good work ethic, resourcefulness, and organization

• Understand company SOP

• Ensure quality control and efficient workflow

• Display positive leadership

• Valid ID

• Ability to follow instructions

• Willingness to work with others to achieve production goals

• Ability to arrive on time to on time, prepared for the workday

• Ability to work through the night

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift 30-50 pounds
• Work up to a 10-hour workday: standing/walking most of the day
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
• Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals
• Exposure to temperatures: <32 degrees Fahrenheit
• Ability to work in wet and dry conditions
• Ability to work Monday-Friday, weekends when needed
• Ability to use tools and equipment, including knives

North Coast Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

At North Coast, employees are considered part of a family where everyone works together to ensure the founding mission and values of the company are upheld every day. We offer an inclusive work environment spearheaded by an approachable leadership team who believes in the idea that it’s not just about the work we do, it’s about what the work allows us to do for our loved ones.

We foster the opportunity for real growth and long-term employment. Most members of our leadership team started out on the floor and through mentorship advanced into their current roles. We are currently looking to build the next generation of leaders.

We offer competitive compensation packages including comprehensive health care coverage, vacation and 401(k) to all full-time benefit-eligible employees. Employees also have access to the highest quality seafood at cost.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position.