Sanitation Operator - Days

Position Title: Sanitation Operator - Straight Days

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Grade: 4A

Requisition ID: 42719

Sanitation Operator

Coaldale, Alberta, Canada

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

About the role .

Operate equipment in a safe manner and perform all essential sanitation duties in the plant.

What youll be doing.

• Operates all equipment pertaining to Sanitation (includes the Portable Foamers, Gellers, Hotsys, Zambonies, Foaming stations, Hose repair equipment etc) in a safe and efficient manner.

• Performs Titration, PH, Chlorine and Quat tests for our chemicals.

• Maintains all required documentation and good housekeeping in work areas.

• Complete routinely scheduled sanitation tasks including high pressure washing, scrubbing, deep cleaning, waste disposal, and general housekeeping.

• Responsible for mixing, handling and distributing for some chemicals and cleaning supplies in the plant.

• Ensure all chemicals on site are properly identified, labeled and CFIA approved.

• Perform corrective actions to resolve issues identified in daily Food Safety and Sanitation audits.

• Take a lead role in the completion of daily HPC (High Performance Clean).

• Provide support and guidance to all operations staff during every scheduled plant cleanup and boil-out.

• Carry out various light janitorial tasks as required.

• Is a safety Champion in matters related to Chemicals and proper PPE.

• Other related duties as assigned.

This position is based in a regulated manufacturing environment and requires strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Employees must consistently follow all GMP, safety, and hygiene requirements, including restrictions on jewelry, personal items, and attire while on the production floor. Compliance with these standards is an essential duty of the role to ensure product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

What youll need to be successful.

• Basic computer skills.
• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Mechanically inclined and able to diagnose and troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Experienced with the safe handling of chemicals in accordance with WHMIS and TDG.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize efficiently using effective time management and organizational skills
• Thorough understanding of WHMIS, TDG, plant sanitation requirements, industrial chemicals, and HACCP and AIB Gold standards.
• Able to work in a high humidity, high temperature work environment
• Must have strong communication skills, ability to follow detailed instructions, and be able to maintain good working relationships with Supervision and coworkers as well as ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work on a rotating shift basis.
• Mathematical ability to perform basic calculations.
• Must be willing to work in a team based atmosphere. Ability to multi-task and prioritize efficiently using effective time management and organizational skills.
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Must have proven history of safe work habits.
• Ability to work shift work when required- will be scheduled to work all cleanup and boil-out days.

Required Length, Type of Experience & Licenses (if applicable)

• Previous janitorial or sanitation experience is an asset.
• Must be willing to successfully complete Forklift, Zamboni, Confined Space, Personal Fall Protection and Scissor/Boom Lift training (minimum height requirement 20). Must be able operate this equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Physical Requirements

• Physically capable of performing all required duties including some heavy lifting (up to 50lbs).

Benefits of the role .

• Hourly rate $28.46, Medical benefits, 401k match or similar financial matching, Maternity/paternity leave, Set schedule/overtime allowances, Attendance incentives, Pay for skills program/education, reimbursement, Health and wellness days

About McCain

Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters.

Leadership principles .

At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

The McCain experience .

We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, youll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why were better together.

Compensation Package : - Starting at $28.46 CAD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Benefits: At McCain, were on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each persons needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned to the Collective Agreement, country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and nature of the role. Additional benefit details are available during the application process.

Your well-being matters to us, and were here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work and at home.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know , and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCains Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy , as applicable. McCain leverages AI in the hiring process, though all final decisions are made by humans. You can understand our approach to AI and how your personal information is being handled here .

Job Family: Manufacturing
Location(s): CA - Canada : Alberta : Coaldale

Company: McCain Foods (Canada)