Environmental Technicial - 3rd Shift

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world’s leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 35 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.

Hearthside’s exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!

We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.

Job Summary:

Ensure that plant sanitation rules are followed, customer micro sampling programs are followed, environmental monitoring programs are followed, and that documentation is maintained for these activities.

Job

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performing regularly scheduled environmental swabs.
• Performing customer-required swabs and microbiological sampling.
• Preparing swabs for shipment and completing sample analysis request forms daily.
• Maintain environmental swab records
• Track inventories of swabbing / micro supplies and alert the Quality Manager when supplies are needed.
• Other tasks as required and assigned by the Sanitation Supervisor or Quality Manager.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Sustain plants 5-S efforts.
• Keep, all information pertaining to our operations (products, customers, production details, etc.) confidential.
  
  

Required Competencies & Knowledge :

Education Requirements

Required – High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Experience Requirements

Preferred – Associate’s Degree or other continuing education.

• Preferred – 2 years of experience in Quality or another Technical department.
  
  

Requirements

Skills, Knowledge, and Ability Requirements

• Must have demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Must have demonstrated proficiency with general computer file operations, scanning, email, etc.
• Must be able to maintain good interpersonal communications with co-workers, employees from other departments, and superiors.
• Must be able to comprehend the basics of microbiological testing as it relates to Food Safety.
• Must be able to communicate via phone and email with vendors and customers as needed.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

Body Positions - Sitting, Standing, Kneeling, Crouching

Body Movements - Walking, bending arms, wrists, and fingers; twisting/turning of head, shoulders, and torso.

Must have ability to lift 40 pounds occasionally and stand or sit for lengthy durations.

Other Requirements:

• Mathematics – Must be able to perform simple mathematic calculations and be able to work with fractions / ratios and percentages.
• Language - Must be able to communicate in English both verbally and in writing and interface with customers, vendors and employees. Must be able to read and comprehend English. Ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend Spanish and/or French is a plus.
• Must be able to perform routine tasks on a computer using Windows, Microsoft Office and other software packages as needed.
  
  

Working Conditions:

• Work will be done both in a climate-controlled office and in non-climate-controlled production facilities of the business.
  
  

Measures of Performance:

The Environmental Technician shall be considered to be performing in an acceptable manner when the following have occurred:

Excellent attendance and punctuality are vital.

Micro testing samples and swabs are sent out correctly and on time.

Willingness to work as a team member and help out where needed to ensure maximum departmental efficiency.

Willingness to maintain a positive and productive relationship with co-workers, production, management and others with whom the position may have contact with.

Safety Requirements:

Hearthside’s number one priority is keeping our employees and visitors safe.

Therefore, all employees are required to:

• Follow all current and future safety policies, at all times.
• Participate in all safety training and pass written exams.
• Wear Safety Glasses and Hearing protection at all times while in the production area of the plant.
• Participate in a daily exercise stretching program.
• Report all accident/incidents immediately to the proper person.
• Provide post-accident drug screen.
  
  

Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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