Warehouse Sanitation Associate, Starting at $17.00/Hour - Military veterans preferred

**Warehouse Sanitation Associate, Starting at $17.00/Hour**

at Sunbasket Morgan Hill, CA We are looking for awesome Sanitation Associates to join our Sunbasket Family. The Sanitation Team is responsible for maintaining assigned areas clean through effective use of established procedures and chemicals as required by the sanitation program at Sunbasket. Inc. The Associate is also responsible for supporting with other duties such as but not limited to: cleaning machinery, storage, disposal of chemicals and all other activities related to the shipping of meal kit boxes.

* Entry-level opportunities start at $17/HR.

* We offer a competitive salary and we offer plenty of opportunity to grow and earn more.

* Quality health and wellness benefits, paid partially by the company. We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for qualified employees.

* We help you save for retirement with our 401(k) + company match.

* You'll work hard, but we'll make sure you're rewarded for it through our company sponsored events and employee recognition programs.

* Paid Holidays.

* Paid time off (PTO).

* Access to our weekly internal Farmer's Market, where you can take home free quality produce and pantry items.

**What types of shifts you may be working:**

* Approximately 40 hours per week.

* Some overtime may be required.

* Weekend availability is required.

* Daily cleaning and sanitizing of the production area. This includes but is not limited to the interior and exterior of the warehouse.

* Assist with conventional and organic cleaning on production lines in sanitation practices outlined by the company.

* Ensure compliance with production and industry standards (USFDA, NOP Organic) by maintaining the Sanitation Master schedule.

* Adhere Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) guidelines by following cleaning procedures using established SOP/SSOPs.

* Ability to follow established procedures for cleaning at all times and offer support and suggestions when necessary.

* Able to work responsibly and safe at all times. Report any hazardous conditions to a supervisor and or member of the Human Resources Department.

* Properly complete daily record keeping forms as part of task documentation.

* Follow all established procedures for proper machinery and equipment cleaning.

* Responsible for following and enforcing all Food Safety rules and regulations.

* Service, clean, and supply restrooms as well as clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.

* Follow procedures for the safely use of chemical cleaners and power equipment as per manufacturer specifications to prevent damage to floor and fixtures.

* Keep the facility clean, comfortable, and a great place to work.

* As needed, support other teams with preparing, packing, and auditing product.

* Perform other duties as assigned or required.

**Who you are and why you're right for us:**

* Demonstrated experience with food handling, sanitation, warehouse operations or related field preferred.

* Ability to read, understand and follow manuals, procedures and policies in English.

* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, independently with minimal supervision or in a group environment.

* Excellent oral and written communication skills.

* Must be self-motivated with a positive attitude and take ownership of job with a strong degree of professionalism and personal integrity.

* Able to work responsibly in a way to minimize damage to company equipment or property.

* Highly detail oriented and meticulous.

* Must demonstrate Sunbasket, Inc.s values.

* Must be able to work in a refrigerated environment (10- 40) for 8 or more hours and in some instances, in a dark environment.

* Ability to work a variety of shifts, long hours and weekends as needed.

* It's cold and we work in a refrigerated environment. You must be able to work in a cold environment for part of all of your shift. We keep our distribution center at -10-40 degrees constantly.

* You must be able to transport up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds on occasion.

* This job is physical. As a Team Member, you will be bending at the waist & neck, raising items above your shoulders, experience repetitive hand usage, pushing & pulling items, twisting at the waist and neck, walking, grasping with light & firm force, and reaching for items frequently.

* You're comfortable on your feet. You must be able to walk and/or stand for 8-10 hours at a time with or without reasonable accommodation.

**U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment Information (Completion is voluntary)**

Individuals seeking employment at Sunbasket are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. You are being given the opportunity to provide the following information in order to help us comply with federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action record keeping, reporting, and other legal requirements.

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A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.

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Expires 05/31/2023

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