Sanitation, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Company Description

Running with Sasquatch is more than just a clever marketing campaign. As a Jack Link’s team member, Running with Sasquatch means we roll up our buffalo plaid sleeves and do the hard work first. We don’t shy away from challenges. In fact, we push hard and take risks. True to our North Woods roots, we're a bunch of ordinary people who accomplish extraordinary things by driving results with innovation, creativity and a clear sense of urgency.

Like our awesome protein products, we have an unwavering passion for quality, and you won’t find anything artificial here. What you see is what you get… authentic, humble and fun people who Run with Sasquatch!

Running with Sasquatch takes a team. We invite you to run with us, succeed with us, and celebrate with us. Most importantly, Feed Your Wild Side with us on our journey to be the dominant global leader of branded protein snacks!

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Still family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, and operates a total of 11 manufacturing and distribution facilities in four countries. Jack Link’s produces high-quality, great-tasting protein snacks that feed the wild sides of consumers around the world.

Jack Link's Protein Snacks family of brands includes Jack Link's, Lorissa's Kitchen, World Kitchens Jerky, Bifi and Peperami.

Assists and coordinates activities concerned with all Sanitation operations. Ensures the cleaning and sanitizing of all production equipment, production areas, and facility in accordance with Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOP’s). Confirms readiness for morning inspection by QA and USDA.

• Works closely with Supervisor to plan and schedule work for team.
• Leads a team of Sanitation Specialists who complete the proper and timely cleaning and sanitation of all processing areas within acceptable levels consistent with JL and USDA guidelines.
• Ensure all equipment is operational for shift start-up (i.e., belts and other equipment reassembled).
• Understand and perform all procedures to set-up, and perform minor adjustments of machinery.
• Assist the Sanitation Supervisor/Manager to document all process and procedures in SOP format.
• Perform production paperwork, and control procedures with complete accuracy.
• Proper and timely cleaning and sanitation of all processing areas within acceptable levels consistent with company and USDA guidelines.
• Keep all chemical containers properly labeled and clean at all times.
• Fill out Pre-Op inspection sheets daily.
• Properly use personal protection equipment when dispensing or working with chemicals.

• Perform all duties within OSHA and company safety standards;
  Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO), wear PPE and maintain safety equipment.
• Use proper Lockout/Tag out (LOTO) procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Keep warehouse neat and organized daily.
• Immediately report all accidents and deficiencies to the supervisor.
• Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly.
• Monitor work environment for general food safety hazards such as condensation monitoring, etc.

• Report chemical equipment malfunctions to Sanitation Supervisor/Manager immediately.
• Communicate with peers, subordinates, and leaders in an effective, timely manner.
• Continuously collaborate with Sanitation Supervisor/Manager to communicate: daily production expectations, directives and schedules, challenges and problems that arise, protocol and schedule changes, personnel issues.
• Keep supervisor informed daily of problems incurred during the shift.
• Communication to and for the team.
• Communicate effectively with personnel and manager to prevent and address any machine malfunctions.
• Confer with appropriate personnel to coordinate activities between departments.
• Work with QA personnel to ensure all standards are met.
• Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities.

• Follow good manufacturing practices and HACCP training, along with company…