Sanitation Technician

WHO WE ARE We're Talking Rain, and we're so much more than water. We build flavorful brands, like Sparkling Ice, Sparkling Ice +Caffeine, Sparkling Ice +Energy, Talking Rain Waters, and AQA pH waters. We're creating connections with every sip. When it comes to success, we know we're only as strong as our team. That's why we're an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and practice inclusivity, hiring great people who enhance our company. We empower our Rain Makers to forge the way-creating opportunity at the intersection of what they love, what we need, and where they thrive. Want to get to know us better? Click to learn about us and our careers. You can also follow us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Instagram, and Facebook. WHAT YOU'LL DO Our Plant Operations team makes ideas a reality. They work hard to ensure our refreshing, flavorful beverages are bottled safely and on time. In this role you'll perform a variety of routine tasks including cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining sanitary conditions of the processing areas of the plant. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative teammate to help maintain Talking Rain's high-quality standards and contribute to departmental improvements. Reports to: Production Supervisor Direct Reports: N/A Base Hourly Rate: $21/hour + shift differential for hours worked outside of 1st shift Discretionary Bonus Potential: Up to $450 bi-annually. Eligibility is based on Plant and Company profitability. Location: Onsite at our Preston, WA Plant 5 days a week Core Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 PM - 5:30 PM Maintain a safe environment for the plant and surrounding areas. Clean and sanitize listed equipment as prescribed on the master sanitation schedule and QA PMs; follow SOP's. Operate cleaning and sanitizing equipment as directed by the supervisor or sanitation chemical supplier. Maintain all equipment with care and immediately notify the manager of any issues or concerns. Ensure all work is done safely with proper use of PPE. Maintain thorough records and forms to accurately account for activities completed. Maintain proper chemical and supply inventories and notify the supervisor of the quantity and timeframe to restock. Notify appropriate department(s) when encountering situations that may impact production efficiencies. Seek to improve process, develop best practices, and ensure quality. Work on projects and special assignments as assigned or initiated. Operate Talking Rain's recycling machine, (crusher), and organize completed bails using a forklift. This position may occasionally ask for help in the area of production and rainbow during the slow season which requires heavy lifting. Ability to work independently with little supervision. Cross-train lab technician work including line quality checks, product testing, and other essential duties. Promote and enforce GMP's. Ensure food safety, quality, and SQF practices are followed at all times, advising your immediate manager of any food safety and/or quality issues. Complete other responsibilities as assigned. WHAT YOU BRING High School Diploma required. Experience in an automated production environment preferred. Ability to accommodate a flexible schedule, occasionally working weekends as needed for special assignments. Ability to take initiative and prioritize tasks; good time-management, organizational, problem-prevention, and problem-solving skills. Chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, or food science experience a plus. Ability to stand for long periods. Ability to wear appropriate PPE and handle chemicals. Ability to lift to 70 lbs. This role is safety-sensitive. This means that you'll be regularly responsible for your own safety and/or the safety of others (e.g., driving on behalf of the company, working in a warehouse or plant environment). Rain Makers are people who are accountable, curious, and inclusive. We hold ourselves accountable and recognize room for growth while openly accepting feedback. We embrace change to deliver progressive results. Rain Makers don't wait for answers - we go find them. Curiosity is part of what makes us so successful. Sometimes we push back, productively challenging the status quo. We promote inclusivity. Valuing communication and respect, ensuring everyone has a seat at the table. We are an approachable bunch, building and fostering relationships with people of all backgrounds. WHAT WE OFFER Nothing makes a great job even better than throwing in a few perks, and we want to equip our Rain Makers with everything they need to maintain their health and well-being. That means things like Three Weeks of Vacation. And that's just to start. Spend some time with us, and you'll accrue an additional week every few years, depending on your exempt status. Six Weeks of Paid Parental Leave. Parents get to spend time at home bonding with their new addition (whether it arrives by birth, fostering, or adoption). For birth mothers, additional time is provided for medical leave. Depending on the state in which you reside, additional time may also be available for parents who do not require medical leave. Flexibility Stipend. For eligible Rain Makers, spend this extra monthly stipend as you wish, but know it's intended to contribute to things like your phone, internet or other business uses while working remotely or needs outside of normal working hours. Relocation: Relocation Available (when available) Vehicle Program - Field Sales Specialist - Mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate Field Sales Managers and Market Managers - Company car included. Regional Sales Managers and Sales Directors - We use the leader in vehicle reimbursement solutions, Motus. This program provides a monthly fixed and variable rate that adheres to IRS guidelines for the business use of personal vehicles. HQ Directors/VPs - Vehicle Stipend - This role qualifies for a vehicle stipend equaling $650/$800 monthly. 401k with Immediate Vesting. With matched contributions and investment customization, we'll help build a plan to reach your goals. Fitness Reimbursements. We're all about going the extra mile, so we provide reimbursements for community events and competitions like fun runs, triathlons, and cycling tours. Medical/Dental/Vision. Not only do we offer it, but our plans are excellent and flexible to your needs. And one is even free for our Rain Makers. Please note, eligibility for our full benefits package is based on an average of 30+ hours per week in regular (not temporary) positions.