Job Title:  Sanitation Operator

 No Relocation Assistance Offered
# 156241 - Washington Court House, Ohio, United States

Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a caring, innovative growth company that is reimagining a healthier future for all people, their pets and our planet. Focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, we sell our products in more than 200 countries and territories under brands such as Colgate, Palmolive, elmex, hello, meridol, Sorriso, Tom’s of Maine, EltaMD, Filorga, Irish Spring, PCA SKIN, Protex, Sanex, Softsoap, Speed Stick, Ajax, Axion, Fabuloso, Soupline and Suavitel, as well as Hill’s Pet Nutrition.

We are recognized for our leadership and innovation in promoting sustainability and community wellbeing, including our achievements in decreasing plastic waste and promoting recyclability, saving water, conserving natural resources and improving children’s oral health.

If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile and join our global team!

The Role:

The Sanitation Operator is directly responsible for the cleanliness of an assigned area within the plant.  We currently have positions open on day shift.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all assigned activities and job tasks within a line or area as it relates to GMP cleaning practices
• Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Work in conjunction with the quality team to keep areas clean
• Participates in Food Safety inspections and reports
• Must have the ability to qualify to drive a forklift
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment that promotes associate safety and product integrity
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Physical/Enviromental Requirements:

• Standing on a concrete floor
• Must be capable of working at elevated heights and or confined space
• Wear proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)
• Bending, stooping, twisting, turning, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 55 lbs.
• Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Have a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education
• Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a food manufacturing environment
• 2 years of work experience within manufacturing
• Working knowledge of food safety practices
• Computer Experience
• Knowledge of inventory control principles

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $15.30 - $18.00 USD

Pay is based on multiple non-discriminatory, individualized factors including but not limited to experience, job-related knowledge and education, skills and office/market location. In addition to base salary, salaried employees are eligible for annual discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing and, for Executive-level (salary grade 16 and above) roles only, long-term incentives in the form of Restricted Stock Units and/or Stock Options.

Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable benefits plans then in effect, all salaried employees are also eligible for a competitive benefits package which includes:

• Insurance: Employees (and their eligible dependents) are eligible to participate in Company-sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Disability insurance plans.
• Retirement Plans: Employees are eligible to enroll in Colgate's 401(k) plan, which provides for company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements
• Vacation/PTO: Employees receive a minimum of 120 hours of vacation/ 40 hours PTO leave annually
• Paid Holidays: Employees receive a minimum of 14 paid/floating holidays annually
• Paid Sick Leave: Based on location and consistent with applicable state and local law, employees receive a minimum of 40 hours of paid sick leave on January 1st of each year
• Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees may take up to eight weeks of paid parental leave and 12 weeks of unpaid leave (varies for employees with fewer than 12 months of service and is subject to hours worked requirements)
• 2-2-3 shift schedules with overtime available
• $1 dollar shift differential for off shifts
• Saving & Investment Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Assistance - up to $10,000 per year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to discounted Company products

Sign on Bonus/Internal Referral Program

• After 90 Days, $500 Dollars
• After 180 Days, $500 Dollars

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.