Kennedy Valve- Commercial Cleaner

About the role

Kennedy Valve, a member of the McWane family of companies, is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly company in Elmira, New York. The Kennedy Valve Commercial Cleaner maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment across all designated plant areas during the evening shift (2:00 pm to 10:30 pm), ensuring restrooms, locker rooms, offices, breakrooms, common areas, and production/maintenance areas remain clean and in top condition.

Responsibilities

• Perform deep cleaning, restocking, and disinfection of restrooms, locker rooms, shower areas, and offices: disinfect high-touch surfaces, sweep, mop, scrub floors, and clean interior glass and mirrors.
• Empty and reline trash and recycling receptacles across the facility.
• Conduct deep cleaning in production and maintenance areas, including scrubbing, degreasing, and pressure washing floors and walls; support major plant cleaning projects, shutdowns, and seasonal maintenance.
• Deep clean and sanitize breakrooms, cafeterias, and vending areas after shift operations; wipe down tables, chairs, countertops, and appliances; refill soap, sanitizer, and paper products.
• Respond promptly to sanitation or spill emergencies during evening operations; assist in plant-wide cleanup efforts and outdoor housekeeping tasks such as maintaining entryways and walkways free of debris or oil residue.
• Monitor cleaning product levels and communicate replenishment needs to supervision; safely label, store, and use all chemicals and equipment in compliance with OSHA standards and company safety policies.
• Follow all facility safety protocols, wear appropriate PPE, report spills, leaks, or equipment malfunctions immediately, and dispose of waste properly in accordance with environmental and sanitation guidelines for heavy manufacturing.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining professionalism in occupied or sensitive areas; communicate effectively with supervisors about safety concerns, supply needs, or maintenance issues; complete assigned cleaning routes efficiently and thoroughly.

Requirements

• Prior commercial cleaning, custodial, janitorial, or facilities maintenance experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of safe cleaning practices and use of cleaning products.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and handle cleaning chemicals properly.
• Excellent time management, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and maintain professionalism in occupied facilities.
• Understanding of industrial safety standards (OSHA, NFPA 79, NEC).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; frequent walking, bending, stooping, and lifting throughout shift; ability to stand and perform manual cleaning tasks for extended periods.
• Tolerance for working in manufacturing and industrial environments.

Work environment

• Walking and performing tasks throughout an active heavy manufacturing operation.
• Exposure to elements such as cold, heat, noise, dust, odors, and fumes.
• Work schedule is primarily Monday through Friday, with weekend overtime as operationally needed.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay: $26/hr.
• Paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
• Retirement: 401(k) & Roth IRA company match options.
• Employer-paid life insurance with the option to supplement.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plan options.