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Aerotek Sanitation Worker in Richmond, British Columbia
Job Title: Sanitation Worker
Job Description
The Sanitation Worker maintains a clean, safe, and organized food production environment while production lines are actively running. This role involves regular use of cleaning chemicals and equipment, repetitive lifting, and working in a cool-temperature facility. The position also supports the packaging line as needed and follows strict sanitation and safety procedures to ensure high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
Responsibilities
Keep all areas of the production floor clean, organized, and free of debris.
Collect and remove garbage from the production floor and designated areas.
Use approved cleaning chemicals to wash and sanitize floors, surfaces, equipment, bins, tools, and other production-related items.
Learn, follow, and consistently apply established sanitation procedures to clean and sanitize equipment and floors while production is running.
Stock and replenish sanitation supplies at designated stations around the production floor.
Maintain hygiene-focused areas such as footbaths and other hygiene zones to ensure proper use and cleanliness.
Operate cleaning and production-related machinery safely, following all safety protocols.
Work safely with cleaning chemicals and water, using appropriate personal protective equipment.
Lift and carry buckets of water (approximately 35 kg) and metal trays (approximately 10 kg) repeatedly throughout the shift.
Stand, lift, and move continuously for up to 8 hours in a fast-paced environment.
Help on the packaging line when required to support production and meet operational needs.
Ensure the facility remains clean, organized, and compliant with food safety and sanitation standards at all times.
Communicate effectively with team members in English to follow instructions and report issues.
Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including the use of safety goggles and other protective gear for the entire shift.
Essential Skills
Ability to stand, lift, and move continuously for an 8-hour shift in a fast-paced environment.
Capability to lift up to 40 lbs very repetitively in a work setting, with verifiable experience performing similar physical tasks.
Comfort working with cleaning chemicals and water as part of daily duties.
Ability to lift and carry buckets of water weighing approximately 35 kg on a regular basis.
Ability to lift metal trays weighing approximately 10 kg repetitively.
Good English communication skills to understand instructions and work safely.
Comfort working in a food production facility at temperatures of approximately 8–10 degrees Celsius.
Willingness and ability to wear safety goggles for the entire shift.
Comfort working in a very multicultural environment and collaborating with diverse teams.
Possession of steel toe work boots for use on the production floor.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience in a food manufacturing or food production environment.
Experience working on a packaging line or in a packaging role.
Prior sanitation experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or food-processing setting.
Why Work Here?
You join a supportive, family-oriented environment that values teamwork and inclusivity, with a highly multicultural workforce. Once permanent, you receive a comprehensive benefits package, including life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, extended health care, prescription drug coverage, vision care, and dental care, many of which continue with survivor benefits. You have access to an Employee Assistance Plan offering counselling, coaching, and online resources to support your well-being and life transitions. A Group RRSP with employer matching and immediate vesting helps you build long-term financial security. The workplace recognizes effort with perks such as a premium on all Sunday shifts, summer barbecues, and a Christmas dinner, creating a sense of community and appreciation. No prior industry experience is required, providing an opportunity to build a stable career and grow your skills in a structured and supportive setting.
Work Environment
This role is based in a food manufacturing facility with numerous conveyors and machines running continuously, creating a fast-paced and dynamic environment. The production area is maintained at a cool temperature of approximately 8–10 degrees Celsius, and you will work around water, cleaning chemicals, and active production lines. The culture is very multicultural, with team members from diverse backgrounds working closely together. The standard schedule is Monday to Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with opportunities for overtime. The dress code includes steel toe work boots, lab coats, hair nets, gloves, and beard nets if needed, with no jewelry allowed, and you must wear safety goggles for the entire shift to ensure compliance with food safety and workplace safety standards.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, BC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.10 - $19.10/hr.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,BC.
À propos d'Aerotek:
Nous savons qu’il est difficile de trouver du travail, et qu’il est encore plus difficile de trouver un travail enrichissant. Chaque année, Aerotek met en contact plus de 180 000 travailleurs de l’industrie légère et de métiers spécialisés avec plus de 14 000 employeurs, aidant ainsi nos travailleurs à naviguer dans un marché du travail en constante évolution et à trouver des emplois qui correspondent à leurs objectifs, à leurs compétences et à leurs centres d’intérêt. Depuis 1983, nous offrons une variété de possibilités de carrière dans l’industrie nord-américaine, soit des affectations à court terme dans les entreprises du Fortune 500 où vous pouvez développer vos compétences, soit des possibilités à long terme où vous pouvez jouer un rôle important en relevant les défis des entreprises en matière de construction, de fabrication et d’entretien. Notre équipe de plus de 1 500 recruteurs chevronnés, répartis dans plus de 250 bureaux, travaille sans relâche pour permettre à notre main-d’œuvre de s’épanouir. Permettez-nous de nous montrer à la hauteur de vos défis et de mettre à l’épreuve notre philosophie « Notre monde nous tient à cœur » au fur et à mesure que votre carrière évolue.
Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.
La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.