Plant General Custodian

Summary The Plant General Relief position is a flexible, cross-trained position responsible for providing coverage across the Building Custodian, PPE Room, and Knife Room as staffing needs require. This position will provide coverage for scheduled vacations, call-ins, vacancies, and other departmental staffing needs. When relief coverage is not required in the PPE Room or Knife Room, the employee will default to the Building Custodian position and perform all duties associated with that role. The employee must be willing and able to move between assignments and work different schedules or hours based on the position being covered. Hours worked will be paid according to the applicable pay rate/grade of the job being performed. The Plant General Relief employee is expected to become fully trained and qualified in all three areas and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to provide effective coverage with minimal disruption to plant operations. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Building Custodian - Default Assignment When relief coverage is not needed elsewhere, the Plant General Relief employee will perform Building Custodian duties, including: Clean and maintain common areas, stairwells, hallways, locker areas, bathrooms, and other assigned areas throughout the facilityTransport and replenish cleaning products, supplies, and other materials throughout the facility as neededPerform routine and scheduled cleaning and sanitation dutiesMaintain assigned areas in a clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly conditionOperate cleaning equipment and tools as requiredRespond to spills, sanitation concerns, and other custodial needs as directedWork throughout the facility as operational or supervisory needs require PPE Room Relief When assigned to provide PPE Room coverage, responsibilities include: Issue PPE, supplies, and equipment to plant employees according to established proceduresAssign issued items through the appropriate inventory systemStore PPE and supplies according to size, type, style, or other identifying informationMaintain accurate inventory and stock recordsConduct inventory cycle counts and make authorized inventory adjustmentsReceive, organize, clean, and prepare PPE for employee useMove or transport materials and supplies to other departments as neededProvide professional customer service to plant employees and managementMaintain an organized, clean, and efficient PPE RoomComplete required paperwork, computer entries, and inventory documentation accurately Knife Room Relief When assigned to provide Knife Room coverage, responsibilities include: Gather, receive, organize, clean, and prepare knives and related equipment for plant operationsDisassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble knives and equipment as requiredOrganize and prepare knife carts for specific departmentsSharpen and maintain straight knives and other approved blades using appropriate sharpeners, honers, grinders, and equipmentService and maintain Whizard knives and related equipment as trained and authorizedOperate knife washers and other Knife Room equipmentEnsure knives and equipment are prepared and available to support production startup and operationsMaintain accurate knife counts, check-in/check-out records, and required paperworkMaintain and deep clean the Knife Room, equipment, and work areasFollow all established Knife Room safety, accountability, and authorized-user procedures Floating/Relief Responsibilities Report to the department or position requiring coverage as directed by managementProvide coverage for vacations, call-ins, absences, vacancies, training, or other operational needsAdjust work schedule, start time, and assigned duties based on the position being coveredMaintain proficiency in Building Custodian, PPE Room, and Knife Room responsibilitiesCommunicate effectively with supervisors and employees when transitioning between departments or shiftsFollow the SOPs, policies, work instructions, and accountability requirements of the position being workedWhen no relief coverage is required, report to and perform the duties of the Building Custodian positionCompensation for hours worked will follow the applicable rate/grade of the position being performed Safety, Food Safety, and Compliance Follow all applicable USDA regulatory requirements and company HACCP, SSOP, SOP, GMP, and SQF programsMaintain a strong commitment to employee safety, food safety, and product safetyWear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Follow Lockout/Tagout and other applicable safety proceduresImmediately report unsafe acts, conditions, damaged equipment, or food safety concernsWork safely around knives, sharpeners, cleaning equipment, moving mechanical equipment, hot water, chemicals, and other hazards associated with assigned dutiesPerform other duties as assigned by management Work Environment This position works throughout a pork production facility and may be exposed to: Wet and/or humid conditionsHot and cold environments, including temperatures around 41°FHot water and sanitation processesMoving mechanical equipmentCleaning chemicals and airborne particlesRaw meat and areas where pork is harvestedLoud production environmentsOccasional outdoor weather conditions Proper PPE and all applicable safety and food safety procedures must be followed at all times. Position Expectations The Plant General Relief position is specifically designed to provide flexible staffing coverage across Building Custodian, PPE Room, and Knife Room operations. Employees accepting this position are expected to work where coverage is needed and maintain the training necessary to perform each assignment safely and effectively. Primary/default assignment: Building Custodian Relief assignments: PPE Room and Knife Room Scheduling: Based on the schedule and staffing needs of the position being covered Pay: Based on the applicable rate/grade for the job worked Requirements Education and/or Experience High school diploma, GED, or equivalent knowledge preferredPrevious experience is not required; however, the employee must successfully complete required training for each assigned areaMust demonstrate and maintain competency in Building Custodian, PPE Room, and Knife Room responsibilities before independently providing relief coverage Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Ability to read, document and complete simple conversation/direction in EnglishAbility and willingness to work in multiple departments and adjust assignments based on plant staffing needsDependable attendance and ability to provide reliable coverageAbility to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, SOPs, and procedure manualsAbility to follow written and verbal instructionsStrong communication and customer service skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a teamStrong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracyAbility to perform basic math using whole numbers, fractions, and decimalsAbility to maintain accurate inventory, equipment, and accountability recordsAbility to use basic computer programs and inventory systems as requiredAbility to safely operate tools and equipment associated with custodial, PPE, and Knife Room dutiesAbility to prioritize work and transition between responsibilities as operational needs change Physical Demands While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and arms, reach, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and communicate with others. The employee may be required to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must have the physical ability to safely perform the duties of all three positions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick)Short Term Disability