Qualifications - Pasta Production Facility

- 1 to 2 years of sanitation experience in a federally registered food or meat processing facility
- Training in industrial chemical handling, titration testing, and SDS/WHMIS
- Working knowledge of Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures
- Mechanical understanding of taking apart and cleaning industrial machinery
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety
- Ability to follow CFIA personal hygiene and food safety requirements
- Ability to wear all required PPE, including aprons, face shields, and gloves
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods
- Ability to work overnight shifts
- Start Date: ASAP
- End Date: 3 months, with the opportunity for full time permanent employment
- Pay Rate: $18.50 to $19/hr, based on experience
- Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Thursday, 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with occasional Fridays and extra hours during the Christmas season

Nice to Have:

- Experience in pasta or Italian food production
- Experience with allergen cleaning and verification
- Familiarity with ATP testing and pre-op inspections
- Experience as a Sanitation Lead
- Knowledge of HACCP or GMP

Responsibilities: Sanitation Specialists are responsible for deep cleaning and sanitizing production equipment and the plant overnight so it's safe and ready for production each morning. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

- Take apart, clean, sanitize, and organize removable machine parts, blades, filling heads, and utensils
- Keep dirty and clean parts fully separated to prevent cross-contamination
- Foam and deep clean fixed equipment frames as required
- Mix and use cleaning and sanitizing chemicals at the correct concentrations following SDS guidelines
- Clean components used in allergen production runs and make sure no allergen residue remains
- Complete Master Sanitation Schedule tasks, including walls, overhead structures, drains, and floors




- Log all sanitation tasks accurately to meet CFIA and FDA requirements
- Watch for foreign material, chemical residue, and equipment wear such as cracked seals or missing pieces
- Prepare equipment to pass pre-op inspections and ATP testing
- Store chemicals securely and lock them up when not in use
- Follow LOTO procedures before cleaning any moving equipment
- Report cleaning failures, failed titration results, or safety hazards to management right away

Note: Duties may vary slightly based on shift, with specific guidance provided during site orientation.

Experience:

- 1 to 2 years of sanitation experience in a food or meat processing facility
- Experience with industrial cleaning chemicals and titration testing
- Experience taking apart and cleaning production equipment
- Experience following food safety and allergen control programs
- Ability to work independently and as part of a sanitation team

Skills:

- Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
- Safe chemical handling
- Mechanical aptitude for equipment teardown and setup
- Accurate record-keeping and logging
- Strong communication skills for reporting issues
- Commitment to food safety and workplace safety
- Ability to work efficiently on overnight shifts

We offer:

- $18.50 to $19/hr based on experience
- Temp-to-perm opportunity with potential for full-time employment after 3 months
- Consistent Monday to Thursday overnight schedule
- Extra hours available during the busy Christmas season
- The chance to join a growing food production team

If you are an experienced Sanitation Specialist who takes pride in keeping a food plant clean and safe, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team!

Pay: $18.50-$19.00 per hour

Application question(s):

- Are you able to work overnight shifts, Monday to Thursday, 11pm to 7am?
- How many years of sanitation experience do you have in a food or meat processing plant?
- Can you reliably commute to Hamilton, ON for an 11pm start?

Work Location: In person

📌 Sanitation Specialist (Canada)
🏢 SpeedStaff Medical
📍 Canada