Sanitation Technician

Who We Are: 

Connors Bros. located in Blacks Harbour, New Brunswick is one of Canada’s oldest seafood manufacturers and is the largest sardine canning plant in North America. Our products are enjoyed in over 50 countries.   

For over 100 years, we have delivered delicious, healthy, and affordable canned seafood to consumers and there’s never been a better time to join our team and grow along with us. 

Clover Leaf Seafoods, along with our U.S. affiliate, Bumble Bee Foods, forms one of North America’s largest branded seafood companies with $1B in annual revenue.  In 2020, Clover Leaf Seafoods, along with Bumble Bee Foods, was acquired by our long-time partner, FCF Company Ltd.  FCF is a privately held company and one of the world’s largest marine trading companies, with 50 years of experience in the supply of tuna and other seafood.  With FCF as a strong strategic owner, Clover Leaf Seafoods is well positioned for future growth.    

When you join Clover Leaf Seafoods Corp., you become part of a company that, together with our parent company, Bumble Bee Seafoods, is working hard to find new ways to protect the ocean and those that rely on it. From fishers to our employees, to customers, consumers, and to the communities we serve, we base our actions on shared, transparent values that hold us accountable to each other and the world. You’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self through ongoing professional development in an inclusive environment.  

Purpose:  

The sanitation crew is responsible for maintaining plant sanitation. Using a High-Pressure Hose, the sanitation crew washes and sanitizes each area of production at the end of each day to remove any trace elements of the day’s product (remaining fish pieces/bones/scales) as well as any allergens (Mustard, Soy) that have been used during our sealing and canning process. 

You will be successful in this role by performing the following:

• Hosing down all machines used throughout the production day using our 950 PSI High-Pressure hoses. 
• Cleaning production machines using specific instructions and chemicals when required. 
• Disassemble necessary machines to ensure a thorough cleaning and sanitation. 
• Reassemble necessary machines once properly cleaned and sanitized. 
• Removing all traces of any allergens or leftover fish product from production area. 
• Sanitize equipment following company operating procedures and established practices. 
• Ensuring all assigned equipment is cleaned and sanitized by shift’s end. 

Requirements: Successful candidates must have the following qualifications and experience:

• Able to safely operate a 950 PSI High-Pressure Hose. 
• Medically cleared to wear a respirator during shifts. 
• Clean shaven (if applicable) to ensure a proper fit of a respirator. 
• Physically capable of lifting upwards of 50lbs frequently and capable of safely bending, squatting, stooping, crouching, and climbing over and around necessary equipment for sanitation. 
• Ability to work the evening shift and overtime as required (Hours may fluctuate). 
• Able to follow instructions for proper, and safe, sanitation of equipment with chlorinated chemicals or acid products. 
• Able to meet required timelines for cleaning and sanitizing equipment. 
• Strong written and oral communication skills. 
• Prior experience/knowledge of sanitation in a food processing environment is preferred.
• Grade 10 education or higher. 
• Must be legally allowed to work in Canada. 

Working Conditions and Physical Capacities: 

This position can be physically demanding with a combination of standing, walking, bending, crouching, squatting, and stooping on cement floors in addition to climbing/maneuvering over equipment. Applicants must be physically capable of lifting upwards of 50lb frequently during the duration of the shift. Applicants must be able to work in a variety of hot and cold environments depending on shift needs. Applicants must also be capable of reading in English to understand chemical labels, as well as writing and speaking English to maintain communication with co-workers/supervisor. 

Company Benefits: 

• Competitive Compensation – $18.42/hour plus $0.75/hr. Shift Differential
• Company Sponsored Pension. 
• Comprehensive Benefit Package (Available upon Completion of Probationary Period)  

Posting End Date:  May 8, 2024 

Canadian Roots. Passionate about Seafood. Clover Leaf Seafoods Corp first captured the flavour of the sea way back in 1871 when we founded the first cannery on the Fraser River in British Columbia. Since then, we’ve expanded operations nationwide so we can provide delicious, nutritious seafood for all Canadians. When you join Clover Leaf Seafoods, Bumble Bee Seafoods International or Connors Bros., you become part of a company that, together with our parent company, Bumble Bee Seafoods, is working hard to find new ways to protect the ocean and those that rely on it. From fishers to our employees, to customers, consumers, and to the communities we serve, we base our actions on shared, transparent values that hold us accountable to each other and the world.

In connection with our values and commitment to people first, at Clover Leaf Seafood Company, we believe in a diverse and inclusive culture where self-expression is not only welcome, but fundamental to doing good in the world. Clover Leaf Seafood Corp. is committed to equal opportunity. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, ancestry, place of origin, creed or religion, age, disability, marital status, family status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political belief or activity or any other grounds covered by the applicable provincial human rights legislation.
Locations for Canada:

Markham, Ontario
Blacks Harbour, New Brunswick
Saint John, New Brunswick
Remote