Sanitation Utility

As part of Richardson’s global agriculture and food business, our food and ingredients division plays a central role in connecting farm to table through our vertically integrated supply chain. As a leading pasta manufacturer, Richardson produces a wide range of high-quality dry pasta products for diverse markets and end uses.   Richardson provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities.    Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for a Sanitation Technician at our Winchester, VA pasta production facility, where we produce Ronzoni pasta. The Sanitation Technician perform s essential work , cleaning and sanitizing our non-production areas and other parts of our facilities to ensure safe and edible product is produced consistent with food safety standards.   Responsibilities:   Follow sanitation checklist and best practices to c omplete regular, thorough cleaning of assigned areas (restrooms, breakrooms , hallways, entrances, locker rooms, offices, laboratory) , and maintain master sanitation schedule   Maintain proper inventory by s tock ing cleaning supplies , paper goods , chemicals and cleaning equipment     M onitor pest traps and activity on a weekly basis, and p roactively report any signs of infestations t o leadership     Monitor and report all product protection issues and maintenance needs as they arise    Practice appropriate safety procedures when performing work assignments , and support clean-up in the event of an accident or injury on company property   Qualifications:   High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution   Able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime   At least 18 years of age   Preferred Qualifications:   Man ufacturing experience, with strong preference for experience in a food manufacturing environment   Physical Requirements:     Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:   L ift up to 50 pounds ; anything over this weight will require team lifting techniques or the use of mechanical lifting devices   W ork in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment 6+ hours per shift    S it, stoop, reach above shoulders , climb and work off ladder/stairs , and perform fine manipulation for 3+ hours per shift    B end, crouch, and kneel for 6+ hours per shift    S tand , walk , perform simple grasping, and push/pull for 8+ hours per shift    Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken or written wor d and distinguish object s or equipment visually