About Hazelnut Growers of Oregon
Wilco’s Hazelnut Growers of Oregon has been a reliable processor and marketer of hazelnuts for over 30 years. The cooperative serves over 150 hazelnut growers and processes and sells those nuts domestically in the US and overseas to multiple export markets. Hazelnut Growers of Oregon focuses on serving growers by returning profits to members and protecting the hazelnut supply chain through the highest food safety standards.
Job Summary
This is a full time, fully benefited position.
Leads and directs the sanitation team to perform routine cleaning and sanitation tasks around the plant.
Responsibilities
Direct the daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly cleaning requirements of facility and equipment.
Organize work tasks by priority for completion by sanitation team members.
Train team members to perform tasks effectively.
Keep an inventory of chemical usage and sanitation supplies. In a timely manner report the needs for replenishment of chemicals and supplies.
Clean and sanitize production equipment.
Coordinate the cleaning of interior/exterior of buildings.
Proper refuse handling.
Maintains records and daily logs.
Read chemical labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for proper chemical handling.
Follow all documented procedures.
Successful Candidates Will Have
The ability to read, write, and understand English.
The ability to work in a team environment in a positive manner of respect, cooperation & flexibility.
A good work ethic and ability to work independently.
The ability to drive a forklift.
A willingness be trained on the following:
Prior food processing experience is required.
Prior experience in a lead or supervisory position.
Prior sanitation experience is required.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision health insurance
401K retirement plan
Long term disability and Life/AD & D Insurance
Holidays and paid time off.
Employee discounts
Compensation:
$ 16.00 - $22.00/per hour
Hazelnut Growers of Oregon is an equal opportunity employer.