Equipment Cleaner-3rd Shift

About the role

The Equipment and Facility Sustainment Operator is responsible for cleaning and maintaining production equipment in a manufacturing environment as well as sustaining a high level of aesthetics, both inside and outside of our facility. This role requires the use of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures to ensure safety when cleaning, maintaining, or servicing machinery. The ideal candidate will have experience in industrial cleaning and be familiar with safety protocols in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough cleaning of production equipment, machinery, and work areas, following safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Use Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures to ensure equipment is safely powered down before cleaning or maintenance.
• Identify areas where equipment requires detailed cleaning and ensure compliance with the company’s hygiene and safety standards; communicate any issues identified with the equipment.
• Clean and/or paint various items and surfaces of the facility (e.g., walls, piping, etc.), which may require working at heights.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to schedule cleaning times that minimize production downtime.
• Inspect equipment after cleaning to ensure all contaminants are removed and the equipment is ready for production use.
• Safely handle cleaning chemicals and materials, following the manufacturer's instructions and company safety protocols.
• Complete daily cleaning checklists and report any issues or concerns to the supervisor.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned and ready for operation before the start of the production shift(s).
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and report restocking needs to management.
• Participate in ongoing safety training, including LOTO procedures and other job-specific safety protocols.
• Adhere to all company safety and environmental policies, including wearing appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of experience in industrial or production equipment cleaning preferred.
• Familiarity with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and authorization to perform LOTO tasks.
• Knowledge of safety regulations in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for long periods.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Approach daily tasks with a positive, ‘can do’ attitude.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, moving parts, and potentially hazardous materials. Required to wear PPE, including gloves, safety shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection. May involve exposure to loud noises and hot/cold environments.

Pay

$18.50 per hour

Benefits

• Hourly incentive program starting January 1st.
• Paid holidays at start.
• Paid vacation: If hired in November or December 2024, you will receive 40 hours paid vacation on January 1st.
• Weekly pay.
• Access to earnings as needed on a daily basis.
• Company/employee paid medical benefits.
• Company paid STD, Life Insurance, and EAP.
• 401k match at $0.50/$1.00 up to 6%.
• Employee perks on products and services.
• Discounts on cabinets.