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SmuckerProduction Food Safety Sanitor
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Salary$25/hr
LocationTopeka, KS
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 20, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live13h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
High-school degree or equivalent
Knowledge of chemical application and lockout/tagout procedures
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions
Good communication skills
Must be able to report to work on time and entire scheduled shift
Must be able to handle and manage stress
Ability to work in high-volume, fast-paced environment
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
Strong problem-solving skills
Flexibility to work additional hours when needed
Team player attitude
Ability to stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to work in cold environment (40-50 degrees)
Tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials
Ability to climb steps and ladders 10ft high frequently
Ability to work as part of a team
Prior sanitation experience
1 year of experience
About the role
(Start Rate $25.30 per hour)This position will support the Food Safety and Sanitation initiatives in the Topeka, KS facility. This position will be responsible for maintaining sanitation levels in and around company facilities as set by the Food Safety Plan, Sanitation SOPs, and company standards. This position requires knowledge of chemical application and lockout/tagout procedures. This is a physically demanding position which requires climbing, walking, bending, and crawling up to 90% of the time
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TITLE
Production General Labor- Entry Level Food Safety Sanitor
REPORTS TO
Area Leader/Team Leader
SUMMARY
This position will support the Food Safety and Sanitation initiatives in the Topeka, KS facility.
This position will be responsible for maintaining sanitation levels in and around company facilities as set by the Food Safety Plan, Sanitation SOPs, and company standard
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).
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Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
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Assigned shift attendance is required.
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To work in all areas of production and packaging, as assigned, which includes operating, being in close proximity to and crossing platforms over machinery.
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Ability to work as part of a team.
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Safety operate powered industrial equipment
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Emphasis on sanitation/cleaning
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Requires Knowledge of chemical application and lockout/tagout
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Clean and sanitize food production areas using brooms, shovels, squeegees, scrapers, cloths, vacuums, air-guns, foaming sprayers, mops and necessary chemicals.
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Clean and sanitize totes, brooms, shovels, and other equipment.
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Inspect and fill footbaths, hand-soap, and hand-sanitizers.
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Clean floors using floor scrubbers.
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Document cleaning and sanitation task completion in the Master Cleaning and Sanitation Schedules.
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Other tasks as required
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QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of the position.
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Must be able to report to work on time and to work the entire scheduled work period or shift. Timely and regular attendance is required.
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Must be able to successfully handle and manage stress.
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Accustomed to and able to work in a high-volume, fast-pace, complex and busy environment.
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Proven ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities.
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Strong problem-solving skills coupled with the ability to act. A “can-do” mindset and attitude is a must.
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Must be flexible and have the ability to work additional hours when workload, deadlines, production requirements, shift coverage or overtime demand it of the role.
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Consummate team player attitude of sharing and helping others. Must be able to interact positively, professionally and in cooperation with others.
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EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High-school degree or equivalent is required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP’s and general instructions. Good communication skills are required.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and lift. The employee is required to stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time.
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The employees must occasionally lift/push/pull or carry up to fifty (50) pounds, and should be able to lift 30-35 pounds on a frequent basis.
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The employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis.
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The employee must be able to work in a cold (40-50 degree) environment.
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The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.
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The employee must be able to climb steps and vertical ladders 10ft high on a frequent basis.
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SAFE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without a reasonable accommodation.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environments characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Hot in summer, cold in winter
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
Nice to have
Additional Job Description
Education:
High School Diploma or GED required
Years of Experience:
1 year preferred
Special Requirements:
Prior sanitation experience is preferred
The Right Place for You
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