Sanitation Operator – Food & Beverage (Full‑time, Permanent)

About Greenhouse

Greenhouse is a plant-based beverage company and Certified B Corporation headquartered in Toronto with our factor in Mississauga. Founded in 2014, our mission is to offer widespread, sustainable access to plant-based nutrition and wellness of the highest quality. Our goal is to make it simple to savour the present while looking out for a healthy future – ours, and that of our planet.

As a company, Greenhouse is committed to ensuring that all people-related processes such as recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, and so forth are administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, or age. We value an inclusive workplace and will ensure our practices and policies uphold just this. For individuals with disabilities, accommodation is available.

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Job Overview

As a Sanitation Operator at Greenhouse, you are a critical member of the sanitation team, ensuring that our production facility remains food-safe and ready for daily operations. Your role involves performing specific sanitation tasks, including operating Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems, assembling and disassembling equipment for cleaning, and handling cleaning chemicals in compliance with safety standards.

By following established procedures, maintaining high sanitation standards, and adhering to quality protocols, you play a vital role in delivering products that meet Greenhouse’s mission of offering the highest-quality plant-based nutrition.

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Statement of Work & Responsibilities:

Facility and Equipment Cleaning

·        Clean, scrub, and sanitize equipment, utensils, tanks, sinks, drains, floors, walls, ceilings, and other facility components to maintain food safety readiness.

·        Operate CIP and Clean-Out-of-Place (COP) systems effectively and safely.

·        Handle cleaning chemicals responsibly, including preparation, storage, and usage, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Documentation and Reporting

·        Complete cleaning checklists, sanitation logs, and chemical concentration records accurately.

·        Document cleaning cycles, supplies used, and maintain compliance with sanitation standard operating procedures (SOPs).

·        Collect samples for Quality Assurance testing as required.

Collaboration and Issue Resolution

·        Take direction from the Sanitation Leader and QA team to resolve sanitation-related issues promptly.

·        Assist production staff with large cleaning projects when necessary.

·        Analyze and resolve sanitation problems, supporting teammates in overcoming challenges.

Regulatory Compliance and Safety

·        Adhere to food safety, quality system requirements, and regulatory standards, including HACCP, GMP, WHMIS, and SQF protocols.

·        Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as provided, in compliance with OSHA regulations.

·        Understand food safety risks within the manufacturing process and escalate issues to leadership when needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

·        Experience: Must have at least 1 year of experience in the sanitation role in the food and beverage manufacturing industry. Must have at least 1 year of hands on experience with production equipment including conveyors, steam systems, and glycol systems.

·        Technical Proficiency: Must have at least 1 year of experience with cleaning processes, cleaning chemistry, and CIP/COP systems, in addition to knowledge of HACCP, GMP, WHMIS, and food safety regulations. Must have the ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and other technical diagrams.

·        Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze and resolve sanitation problems effectively.

·        Safety Awareness: Must have at least 1 year of experience working safely with strong chemicals and follow regulatory safety requirements.

·        Physical Stamina: Must be able to lift objects up to 25 kg and work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

·        Communication and Organization: Effective verbal and listening skills, with strong planning and time management abilities.

·        Certification: Forklift driving and safety training certification is required.

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