Gary Binegar
Pennville
Summary
Detail-oriented sanitation worker with expertise in sanitation procedures and equipment operation. Committed to maintaining cleanliness and safety compliance to ensure high-quality standards in production environments.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Sanitation Worker
Shearer's Snacks
Bluffton
08.2021 - 05.2026
- Operated cleaning equipment, including pressure washers and floor scrubbers, effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness of production areas to meet safety and sanitation standards.
- Disposed of waste materials in compliance with environmental regulations and company policies.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper sanitation procedures and safety protocols.
- Implemented best practices for hygiene to support a safe working environment for all staff.
- Followed sanitation schedule and documented cleaning activities.
- Sanitized food processing areas according to safety protocols.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment, walls, ceilings and other surfaces.
- Removed trash and waste from work areas to designated collection points.
- Handled cleaning and sanitation chemicals by following safety precautions.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Applied cleaning chemicals to machinery using centralized or portable foaming systems.
- Performed periodic deep cleans of entire facility as needed.
- Demonstrated proper use of PPE and understood procedures necessary to minimize exposure to chemicals while performing daily tasks.
- Used brooms, mops and vacuum cleaners to remove dirt and debris from floors.
- Operated power scrubber, pressure washer, vacuum cleaner, steam cleaner and other cleaning equipment.
- Reported any maintenance needs to supervisor promptly.
- Mixed and diluted caustic chemicals for use in industrial cleaning.
- Collected recyclable items from production lines for proper disposal.
- Assisted with snow removal during winter months as necessary.
Packer
Hershey Salty Snacks [Pretzels]
Bluffton
01.2001 - 09.2021
- Operated packaging machinery for pretzel products efficiently and safely.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance with company standards.
- Loaded packaging materials onto machinery for continuous production flow.
- Trained new employees on packing processes and safety regulations effectively.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to prevent operational disruptions.
- Packed products in accordance with specified instructions.
- Labeled boxes, crates, and other containers accurately.
- Wrapped items securely using appropriate packing materials.
- Assembled customer orders from stock and packed items in boxes.
- Verified labels for appropriate order numbers and item specifications.
- Assembled cartons, crates, and containers to prepare for shipping.
- Provided assistance in the assembly line when needed.
- Weighed or counted items for distribution to conform to company standards.
- Operated hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts to move materials.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, shrink wrap machines, and other equipment as needed.
- Coordinated with shipping department to schedule pickups and deliveries.
- Ensured work area was clean and organized, adhering to safety regulations.
- Participated in training sessions to learn new packing techniques and safety procedures.
- Inspected items for damage or defects prior to packing to ensure quality control.
- Remove completed or defective products or materials, placing on conveyors or loading docks.
- Unpacked, verified and recorded incoming merchandise or material.
- Transferred packaged product from packaging to recipient or stock.
- Applied lids or close-ups in finalization of product.
Mixing Operator
BRC Rubber & Plastics
Bluffton
01.1985 - 2001
- Operated mixing equipment to blend raw materials for production.
- Monitored material quality throughout the mixing process.
- Adjusted mixing parameters to ensure product consistency.
- Maintained cleanliness of mixing area and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Documented production data for quality control purposes.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling procedures.
- Regularly checked temperatures of liquids during the mixing process using thermometers provided.
- Adjusted mixing parameters in accordance with changing conditions.
- Maintained accurate records of all mixing operations.
- Transferred finished product from mixer to storage containers or hoppers as necessary.
- Assisted in developing new recipes for products as needed.
- Followed standard operating procedures while performing duties in a safe manner.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Measured ingredients for use in production processes.
- Adhered to packaging instructions such as meeting weight, label requirement and formula integrity targets.
- Adhered to safety protocols to minimize accidents and avoid workplace mishaps.
- Used approved cleansers and solvents to clean and sanitize equipment after use.
- Reviewed work specifications to determine product and material requirements.
- Cleared jammed materials from equipment to restore functionality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jay County Jr/Sr High School
Portland, IN05-1981
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Sanitation procedures
- Waste disposal
- Quality control
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Routine maintenance
- Facility housekeeping
- Pressure washing
- Sanitation training
- Sanitation regulations
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Reliable and dependable
Affiliations
- love basketball high school. and I help with my. Son scholarship each year
Timeline
Sanitation Worker
Shearer's Snacks
08.2021 - 05.2026
Packer
Hershey Salty Snacks [Pretzels]
01.2001 - 09.2021
Mixing Operator
BRC Rubber & Plastics
01.1985 - 2001
High School Diploma -
Jay County Jr/Sr High School