Custodian - Food Processing Facility

Job Summary

This role entails maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in assigned areas of a food production environment to support food safety and quality standards. The custodian is responsible for keeping the workspace free of debris, cleaning equipment and tools, and ensuring a sanitized production area.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness of the production room, including sweeping up food waste from floors and equipment.
• Empty red trash barrels and transport trash and cardboard to compactors outside the processing area.
• Dispose of food waste in the designated food waste lift.
• Clean and sanitize production lines during and between product runs and allergen changeovers.
• Operate the dishwasher and assist production/QA teams with tank drainage and cleaning.
• Clean farm waste rooms and assist with outdoor trash removal and shoveling tasks as assigned.
• Clean equipment after maintenance repairs and perform various cleaning duties related to production rooms and equipment.
• Maintain outside break areas and food waste rooms in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Manage janitor supply inventory, report to QA, restock GMP supplies, and organize the janitor closet.
• Sort and remove trash from cardboard in the warehouse, and safely dispose of food product waste.
• Sweep, mop, scrub floors, sanitize floor drains, and pick up empty pallets using a pallet jack.
• Carry out additional cleaning projects and assignments including restrooms, breakrooms, conference rooms, and office spaces.
• Collect and correctly dispose of trash and recycling.
• Comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and maintain safety standards to minimize injuries and workers’ compensation claims.
• Perform food safety-related duties applicable to the custodian position and any other assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience necessary; training will be provided.
• Ability to work in cool, wet environments with temperatures between 35 and 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Capability to stand and walk for extended periods (8+ hours daily).
• Physical strength to lift up to 50 pounds consistently.
• Skill to properly document completed work activities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• Committed to working safely and maintaining a safe work environment.