Maintenance - Sanitation Associate - Days - #192841

At Flanagan Foodservice, we're more than just the biggest family-owned food distributor in Canada; we're a dynamic hub of innovation, creativity, and a shared passion for delivering exceptional service. For nearly 50 years, we've been on an exciting journey of growth and transformation. The foodservice landscape is thrilling and challenging, and as we reshape our business, we're on the hunt for imaginative minds, business strategists, and food lovers. Are you prepared to be part of the legacy?

A Culture of Innovation and Creativity: We value fresh ideas and perspectives, innovation and collaboration, where employees can thrive and make meaningful impact. If you're passionate about making a difference, you'll fit right in.

Family Values and Professional Opportunities: Experience the integrity of a family-owned business combined with the exciting growth opportunities of a leading industry player who is scaling up quickly with technology.

Outstanding Employee Benefits: From profit-sharing, pension programs and comprehensive health benefits, we invest in your well-being. We celebrate and reward your achievements.

Personal and Professional Growth: We champion your growth with a wide range of career advancement opportunities tailored to your strengths and aspirations. There is no better pairing than a foodie with an awesome career in the foodservice industry!

We are currently hiring for a Sanitation Associate in Kitchener. If you’re highly motivated and are ready for an exciting career that will shape the future of the foodservice industry, we want to hear from you.

Position Title: Sanitation Associate

Department: Warehouse

Schedule: Monday to Friday 7am-3:30pm

Position Summary:

In this position, your day will consist of operating an end rider to travel through the warehouse, cleaning product spills, sweeping, dusting, washing floors, and other cleaning duties to ensure the warehouse is up to food safety standards for cleanliness and is safe for all employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate an end rider, and floor cleaner, including pre-shift and post-shift inspection;
• Ensure warehouse if kept in HACCP audit ready conditions and safe at all times;
• Clean up product spills immediately;
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks;
• Follow safe and efficient work procedures to meet customer requirements including maintaining a clean and safe environment
• Complete and keep up to date on all Health & Safety, Food Safety and Quality Assurance training pertinent to the role
• Responsible for reporting any and all concerns related to the Health & Safety, safe handling and integrity of all items received, stored and distributed by Flanagan Foodservice
• Adherence to all Health & Safety, Food Safety and WHMIS practices
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs when needed;
• Provide support to all warehouse functions when needed;
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• General sanitation and maintenance knowledge;
• Ability to work in a fast paced, physically demanding environment - lifting from 10 to 80 lbs;
• Good communication skills (reading and writing) and strong customer service mentality;
• Ability to work in multiple environments including colder climates - refrigerated and freezer areas;
• A good attitude, with the ability to work independently and within a team environment;
• Must demonstrate a proven record of consistent on-time attendance and the ability to work overtime, and statutory holidays.
  
  
  

Unique Requirements:

• Ability to work in multiple environments including colder climates - refrigerated and freezer areas
• Ability to work in a fast paced, physically demanding environment - lifting (from 10 to 80 lbs)
• Adherence to all Health & Safety, Food Safety and WHMIS practices
• Safely operate an end rider, including pre-shift and post-shift equipment check
  
  
  

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Pension and RRSP plans
• Profit Sharing Program
• Comprehensive Flexible Benefits
• Paid Personal Days and Your Birthday!
• Annual Health & Wellness Benefit
• Family oriented culture
  
  
  

Be part of the Legacy!

All employees of Flanagan Foodservice must demonstrate adherence to all HACCP and Food Handling practices as well as all Company’s policies and procedures.

Flanagan Foodservice Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please let us know by submitting your request to [email protected] so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations.