Sanitation Utility

As part of Richardson’s global agriculture and food business, our food and ingredients division plays a central role in connecting farm to table through our vertically integrated supply chain.As a leading pasta manufacturer, Richardson produces a wide range of high-quality dry pasta products for diverse markets and end uses.

Richardson provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, flexible benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and training and career development opportunities.

Working with Richardson opens the door to a world of possibility. We currently have an opportunity for aSanitation Technicianat our Winchester, VApasta production facility, where we produce Ronzoni pasta. The Sanitation Technicianperforms essential work, cleaning and sanitizing our non-production areas and other parts of our facilities to ensure safe and edible product is produced consistent with food safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• Follow sanitation checklist and best practices to complete regular, thorough cleaning of assigned areas (restrooms, breakrooms, hallways, entrances, locker rooms, offices, laboratory),andmaintain master sanitation schedule

• Maintain proper inventory by stocking cleaning supplies, paper goods, chemicals and cleaning equipment

• Monitor pest traps and activity on a weekly basis, and proactively report any signs of infestations to leadership

• Monitor and report all product protection issues and maintenance needs as they arise

• Practice appropriate safety procedures when performing work assignments, and support clean-up in the event of an accident or injury on company property

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution

• Able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime

• At least 18 years of age

Preferred Qualifications:

• Manufacturing experience, with strong preference for experience in a food manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements:

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the following physical job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Lift up to 50 pounds; anything over this weight will require team lifting techniques or the use of mechanical lifting devices

• Work in hot, humid, and cold manufacturing environment 6+ hours per shift

• Sit, stoop, reach above shoulders, climb and work off ladder/stairs, and perform fine manipulation for 3+hours per shift

• Bend, crouch, and kneel for 6+ hours per shift

• Stand, walk, perform simple grasping, and push/pull for 8+ hours per shift

• Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken or written word and distinguish objects or equipment visually