Operations - Janitor (Afternoons)

The Janitor / Facility Custodian at Avancez Assembly is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized manufacturing environment. This role supports production by ensuring work areas, offices, restrooms, cafeterias, and common areas meet company cleanliness, safety, and housekeeping standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Facility Cleaning:
  • Daily clean and sanitize restrooms throughout each shift.
  • Empty trash throughout the facility.
  • Sweep and scrub production floors utilizing floor scrubber, as assigned.
  • Vacuum and clean office areas, conference rooms, and break rooms.
  • Clean windows, glass doors, and entrance areas.
  • Dust surfaces, furniture, lockers, and equipment where applicable.
  • Maintain cleanliness of cafeterias and vending areas.
  • Wipe down guard rails.
• Manufacturing Support:
  • Maintain housekeeping standards in production aisles.
  • Remove cardboard, plastic, and other debris from production areas.
  • Support production teams by keeping walkways clear.
  • Aid in spill cleanup following proper environmental procedures.
  • Maintain designated waste collection areas.
• Safety Responsibilities:
  • Follow all PPE requirements.
  • Immediately report unsafe conditions.
  • Clean spills promptly to eliminate slip hazards.
  • Maintain emergency exits free from obstruction.
  • Ensure fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, and emergency equipment remain accessible.
  • Follow Lockout/Tagout requirements when necessary.
  • Handle chemicals according to SDS requirements.
• 5S Responsibilities:
  • Support plant-wide 5S initiatives.
  • Keep all assigned areas organized.
  • Ensure cleaning equipment is properly stored.
  • Participate in scheduled 5S audits.
  • Identify opportunities to improve workplace organization.
• Waste Management:
  • Collect and properly dispose of general waste, recyclables, cardboard, plastic, and scrap materials (as directed).
  • Transport waste to designated disposal areas.
  • Monitor dumpster levels and notify supervision when pickups are needed.
• Equipment Care:
  • Safely operate floor scrubbers, floor sweepers, vacuums, pressure washers (where applicable), and trash compactors.
  • Perform daily inspections of cleaning equipment.
  • Report damaged equipment immediately.
• Inventory Management:
  • Maintain organized janitorial closets.
  • Maintain cleaning supply inventory.
  • Notify supervision of low inventory.
  • Properly store chemicals and cleaning materials.

Safety Expectations

• Work safely at all times.
• Wear required PPE.
• Report hazards immediately.
• Follow all environmental and chemical handling procedures.
• Never bypass safety procedures.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Completion of daily cleaning schedule.
• 5S audit scores.
• Housekeeping audit results.
• Safety compliance.
• On-time completion of assigned tasks.
• Customer and leadership housekeeping observations.
• Response time to spills and housekeeping requests.
• Attendance and reliability.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Push and pull cleaning equipment.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, and climb stairs.
• Work in varying temperatures typical of a manufacturing environment.

Core Expectations

• Promote a clean and safe work environment.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.
• Demonstrate accountability and reliability.
• Take pride in the appearance of the facility.
• Treat all employees with professionalism and respect.
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve workplace cleanliness and efficiency.