Manufacturing Sanitation Technician

About Ya YA Foods:

Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com

A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…

• Build a career, not just have a job

• Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals

• Become part of a teamwork focused culture

• Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path

Reports to: Manager, Quality , on-site in Ogden Utah

Responsibilities

• Safe, efficient, and effective cleaning of production equipment, processing rooms and adjacent areas.

• Perform swabbing (ATP, Environmental) of equipment and areas in support of site sanitation and other assigned programs.

• Follow good manufacturing practices (GMPs) to ensure food safety, work safety, and food defense.

• Follow the approved sanitary methods in accordance with food safety requirements.

• Ensure safety precautions are followed in performing your responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English specific to work instructions including but not limited to safety purposes.

• Highschool, GED, or equivalent diploma required

• Regularly time and attendance

• Experience in food manufacturing within a GMP environment

• Knowledge of sanitation practices for industrial cleaning chemicals and food safety related practices

Physical Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.

• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force at times and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects

• Ability to work in cold and hot environments (approximately 38F-80F degrees) 

• Ability to repeat motions that may include use of the wrists, hands and/or fingers, and standing or sitting for prolonged periods (average 8-12 hours) 

Why Join Us