Clean-Up

About the Role

Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized production environment through scheduled housekeeping and cleaning activities performed outside normal production hours. This role supports employee safety, operational efficiency, and the reliability of finishing equipment by ensuring work areas and machinery are properly cleaned, maintained, and prepared for daily operations. Clean up paint department after normal shift hours (Monday‑Thursday 4:00 pm‑2:30 am) so as not to interrupt production.

Responsibilities

• Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality to ensure consistent support of department operations.
• Perform general housekeeping and cleanup of production and surrounding areas, including trash removal and paint rack organization.
• Burn off paint racks and organize racking to support efficient production operations.
• Support a safe, clean, and organized work environment while helping preserve the condition, reliability, and performance of finishing equipment.
• Perform additional duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned by management to support Volvo Penta's business objectives and operational goals, within the framework of VPS/Quality/Environment.
• Follow all quality work instructions to ensure adherence to customer specifications.
• Follow all environmental work instructions to ensure adherence to Volvo requirements and other legal obligations.
• Initiate kaizens and participate in cross‑functional kaizens, as needed.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions both written and spoken.
• Team‑oriented attitude and ability to work in a collaborative atmosphere.
• Full range of vision and hand/foot coordination required to operate equipment.
• Accountability for actions, performance, and personal improvements.
• On‑the‑job training required.
• Ability to lift heavy parts.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with a commitment to workplace safety and housekeeping standards.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift and maintain forklift certification as required.

Working Environment

The role involves using both powered and manually operated hand tools, conveyor assembly lines, air‑powered hand‑held tools, spray equipment, pumps, and hand tools. Personal protective equipment includes safety shoes, respirator, gloves, and hearing protection. Work is performed in an enclosed manufacturing environment with routine exposure to paint and solvent fumes.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent required.

Pay

Base pay is set at $18.38 – $22.70 per hour, with eligibility for bonus where applicable. Final salary is determined by factors such as geographic location, knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience, and considers internal pay equity.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
• Work environment that prioritizes safety, health, and wellbeing.
• Professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
• Programs that support work‑life balance.

About the Company

Volvo Group is committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. With nearly 100,000 employees worldwide, the company fosters a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment. Volvo Penta, a world‑leading supplier of engines and complete drive systems for marine and industrial applications, offers a global, diverse team of highly skilled professionals who work with passion, trust each other, and embrace change to stay ahead.