Misfits Market is a mission-driven, high-growth startup dedicated to reducing food waste and making shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable. We deliver organic produce, high-quality meats and seafood, plant-based proteins, dairy, bakery, wine, and other grocery items to nearly every zip code in 48 states at up to 30 percent off traditional grocery store prices. In 2022, Misfits Market acquired sustainable e-grocer Imperfect Foods and now leverages its in-house transportation network to deliver directly to consumers with one of the most carbon-efficient grocery delivery models on the market. By tackling inefficiencies in the food system, our passionate and motivated team of problem solvers helps save an average of 500,000 pounds of food per week from waste or lesser outcomes, with an all-time savings of 190+ million pounds of food

As Misfits we support our customers and mission by embracing our core values of:

Prioritizing our Customers

Doing more with less

Thinking Differently

Respecting one another

Moving deliberately and quickly

Taking initiative and delivering

At Misfits Market, our customers choose us for what we - quite literally - bring to the table: foods that may look a little different but are still fresh and safe to eat. The Sanitation associate will assist with the day-to-day operations within the Sanitation Department. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that all parts of the facility are cleaned and in sanitary condition for the safety of our team and our customers.

What we do for you:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1200 paid in weekly installments
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick days
• Commuter benefits
• Hourly Compensation - $18.00/Hour

What you will do:

• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedure,s including food safety rules, safe handling of materials, and following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards.
• Perform sanitation- and hygiene-related duties as assigned by Maintenance Tech using approved cleaning procedures and practices.
• Monitor chemical dilution of detergents and food contact sanitizers..
• Proactively assess and address hazards in the FC such as puddles, unclean food surfaces, and waste build-up. Escalate any sanitation issues to the Maintenance Tech.
• Prepare and log donations for our donation partners.
• Assist with logging and appropriately disposing of damaged items.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organized warehouse environment, including proper storage of products and adherence to safety protocols.
• Monitor and maintain sanitation inventory levels, partnering with the Maintenance Tech for reorders.
• May use computers or tablets for record-keeping, communication, and training.
• Support Operations with different duties as needed.
• Diligently adheres to all established facility food safety rules, personal hygiene standards, and Good Distribution Practices (GDP) expectations daily
• Promptly escalates food safety hazards and takes immediate action to halt production lines if product integrity is compromised or suspected of being compromised.

Who you are:

• Authorized to work in the United States
• Experience in a food distribution, manufacturing, or warehouse environment
• Comfortable working in a refrigerated environment (36 degrees).
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Strong interpersonal communication

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, bend, squat, climb, reach, and kneel
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Sedentary work; involves sitting some of the time
• Standing desks and/or other ergonomic accommodation is available upon request
• Occasional movement around the office may be necessary
• Regular work with computers, including keyboards, mouses, and screens
• Regular use of mobile devices, including smartphones and tablets
• Able to work in cold temperatures in a refrigerated environment

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