SANITATION TECHNICIAN – FREDERICTON, NB
Do you have passion for what you do? Are you self-motivated, results-driven and like working in a collaborative and team environment? Do you want to learn and grow with Purplefarm Genetics as we learn and grow with you? Then we have a position for you!
Purplefarm Genetics is one of Canada’s premier craft cannabis producers. Coming from the legacy market, Purplefarm Genetics currently operates a 12,000 sq ft facility out of Johnstown, Ontario and is expanding to Fredericton, New Brunswick to operate a 90,000 sq ft facility.
We are looking for a SANITATION TECHNICIAN to work in our Sanitation department to ensure our facility is always in a top-notch cleanliness state!
Responsibilities would include:
General:
- Following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and making suggestions for improvements
- Working with the department managers for timing of room change overs, batch changes, room cleaning and general cleaning.
Production Areas:
- Regular cleaning duties, garbage removal, sanitation of floors, door handles etc.
- Cleaning of Grow rooms before, during, and after production
- Cleaning of Post Harvest areas before, during, and after production
- Destruction of cannabis waste material
- Organization of clean and dirty items
- Operation of industrial dishwasher, pressure washers, and fogging machine
- Documenting cleaning activities in the electronic database
- Process improvement for cleaning and sanitation practices and procedures
- Coordinate with Quality for ATP swab sanitation checks
Non-Production Areas:
- Cleaning of common areas: lunchroom, offices, bathrooms, main entry, locker rooms, etc.
- Operation of washing and drying machines for production uniforms.
Facility Grounds:
- Exterior garbage. Ensuring that no garbage is laying around the Fredericton facility grounds. Inside and outside fenced area.
Other:
- Support operation tasks as needed, including but not limited to, trimming, packaging, and plant maintenance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Previous sanitation experience is an asset
- Experience in a manufacturing environment is considered a strong asset
- Previous cannabis industry experience is an asset
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Extended periods of sitting or standing are required
- Must be able to lift up to 25 kg
- Overtime is required during peak times and to meet deadlines
Position:
- Full-time position, Fredericton, NB
- Overtime is required during peak times and to meet deadlines
For more information about Purplefarm Genetics please go to: www.purplefarmgenetics.com
Interested individuals should apply by email.
Only candidates selected will be contacted and we thank each candidate for applying. Should you require accommodation at any point during the screening or interview process please let us know, as we are an equal employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: From $19.86 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fredericton, NB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
