Avena Foods is recruiting a highly-motivated full time Sanitation Technician. The job location will be Rowatt, SK. This position includes cleaning and sanitizing building structures, mill production equipment and supporting Avenas pest control program. Daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly tasks must be completed.
Key Responsibilities Prepare production equipment for cleaning by locking out machinery
Operate cleaning equipment (e.g. floor scrubber, vacuum system, blower etc.)
Clean the food production facility inside and outside (all seasons)
Hand clean production equipment, which may require some disassembling and reassembling
Work with maintenance & millers to ensure internal parts are cleaned and sanitized
Conduct pest control inspections, support corrective actions
Ensure that all processing equipment is cleaned to specification of all food safety guidelines to reduce food safety risks
Maintain accurate sanitation documentation
Work safely with chemicals and follow chemical usage labels for application and Personal Protective Equipment




Keep work area and office neat and clean and organized
Other duties as required
Preferred Skills Knowledge of HACCP principles and prevalent food safety and quality standards is preferred. Food Safe certificate is an asset. Familiarity with Food industry is a strength
Basic sanitation experience is desired, and mechanical aptitude is a strong advantage
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task, establish priorities and follow through on them
Ability to work independently and in as team with minimal supervision
Excellent interpersonal skills that enhance inter-departmental interactions
Willing to be flexible on schedule; ability to meet schedules and deadlines, including overtime as required
Ability to work at heights above ground level using a scissor lift and ladder and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly

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📌 Sanitation Technician (Manitoba)
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