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Afternoon Housekeeper Jobs in Rochester, MN (NOW HIRING)

Warehouse Part Time Days

Rochester, MN · On-site

$15 - $15.60/hr

You'll spend most of your shift on your feet, working mornings, afternoons, evenings, or overnight ... housekeeping Operate store equipment including scanners, Zebra phones, balers, and other tools as ...

You'll spend most of your shift on your feet, working mornings, afternoons, evenings, or overnight ... housekeeping Operate store equipment including scanners, Zebra phones, balers, and other tools as ...

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How much do afternoon housekeeper jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for afternoon housekeeper in Rochester, MN is $16.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $17.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an afternoon housekeeper?

Afternoon Housekeepers are cleaning professionals who work primarily during the afternoon hours to maintain cleanliness and order in residential homes, hotels, or commercial buildings. Their duties typically include dusting, vacuuming, mopping floors, changing linens, cleaning bathrooms, and ensuring common areas are tidy. Working in the afternoon allows them to refresh spaces after morning activities and prepare rooms for evening use. Afternoon Housekeepers may also replenish supplies, report maintenance issues, and sometimes assist with laundry. This role is essential for maintaining a clean, welcoming environment for residents or guests.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced by an afternoon housekeeper during their shift?

Afternoon Housekeepers are typically responsible for cleaning guest rooms, restocking supplies, and maintaining common areas during the later part of the day, often preparing spaces for evening guests. One common challenge is working efficiently while guests may be present or returning to their rooms, which requires strong communication and discretion. The afternoon shift often involves handling last-minute requests and ensuring that all assigned areas meet the property's cleanliness standards before the end of the day. Collaboration with front desk staff and supervisors is frequent to prioritize tasks and respond to guest needs promptly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an afternoon housekeeper, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Afternoon Housekeeper, you need a strong attention to detail, knowledge of cleaning techniques, and familiarity with health and safety standards, often supported by prior housekeeping experience. Proficiency with cleaning equipment, chemical handling procedures, and scheduling systems is typically required. Reliability, time management, and a courteous demeanor help housekeepers excel in maintaining a positive environment. These skills and qualities ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality service that meets guest or client expectations.
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Operator II, Manufacturing - 2nd Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Rochester, MN

$20.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Thermo Fisher Scientific rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 422 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

196th of 536 rated manufacturers


Job description

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse

Job Description

Compensation: $20.50/HR
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, we're driven by our Mission – to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Are you ready to make a difference in the world of science and medicine? Join us in Rochester, NY, where science meets everyday impact!
You'll be based at our Rochester site, where we make the essential lab plastics that help drive breakthroughs in vaccines, biologic therapies, and diagnostic kits. This campus is also the manufacturing site for Thermo Fisher Scientific's Nalgene® labware and the Nalgene® reusable water bottles produced for global distribution.
As part of our Laboratory Products Division, you'll be joining a team that provides virtually everything needed for laboratories across healthcare, pharmaceuticals, academia, biotechnology, and industrial research sectors. Our extensive product portfolio includes advanced analytical instruments, essential lab equipment, cold storage, and a wide range of consumables like reagents, chemicals, and labware.
A Day in the Life:

Under the direction of the Manufacturing Supervisor, is responsible for inspection, assembly, and packing of products. Responsibilities include:

  • Become familiar with product lines and all related visual defects in order to identify rejected parts.

  • Visually inspects bottles retrieved from machines, conveyor lines or taken from bulk containers and makes quality decision on each part.

  • Recognizes out-of-spec production and advises supervisor or set-up personnel.

  • Perform 15-minute inspections of high-volume production.

  • Set up work area where applicable as a controlled environment where attire consists of hats, gloves, beard masks and coats.

  • Perform housekeeping responsibilities necessary to maintain a clean environment necessary for the production of media bottles throughout the shift.

  • Maintain necessary paperwork levels throughout the shift (i.e. 15-minute inspection form, MQC sheet) pertaining to the production of bottles.

  • Work to established QC samples.

  • Alert Supervisor/Team Lead or Set-up personnel when problems first begin.

  • Adhere to all company and departmental work and safety rules.

  • Able to operate any machine or operation in department assigned


REQUIREMENTS:
Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.


Experience:

  • Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field

  • Preferred: Experience in a cGMP environment


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Must possess a High School diploma or a GED.

  • Must be able to read, write, and understand the English language.

  • Must be able to perform simple math such as add, subtract whole numbers.

  • Must have excellent hand/eye coordination skills, and the ability to lift and load pallets with weights up to 35 pounds.


Professional Characteristics:

  • Ability to work in a high speed, repetitive production environment.

  • Must be able to work well with others in a team environment.


What We Offer:
Compensation:

  • Competitive Hourly Pay Rate

  • Additional shift differential for 2nd shift and 3rd shift positions

  • Annual performance-based bonus

  • Annual merit performance-based increase


Excellent Benefits:

  • Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1

  • Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays

  • Retirement Savings Plan

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Employee Referral Bonus

  • Career Advancement Opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $17.00–$20.75.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

  • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

  • Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards


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