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The Janitor is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, organized, and efficient manufacturing environment. This position performs routine cleaning, deep cleaning, housekeeping, and workplace organization activities throughout production, warehouse, laboratory, and office areas. The Janitor plays a key role in supporting safety, operational efficiency, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives by ensuring work areas remain clean, organized, and free of unnecessary hazards and clutter.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Facility and Production Area Cleaning

• Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of manufacturing, warehouse, laboratory, office, and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, scrub, and maintain floors throughout the facility.
• Deep clean production equipment exteriors, workstations, fixtures, carts, shelving, and storage areas as assigned.
• Remove dust, debris, and material buildup from designated work areas while following safety procedures.
• Clean walls, doors, windows, guardrails, and other facility surfaces.
• Empty trash and recycling containers and transport waste to designated collection areas.
• Assist with housekeeping efforts in production spaces to maintain a professional and safe work environment.

Organization and Workplace Improvement

• Organize tools, equipment, supplies, storage areas, and workspaces to improve efficiency and housekeeping standards.
• Remove unnecessary materials, scrap, and clutter from work areas in accordance with company procedures.
• Assist departments with workstation organization, inventory storage, and housekeeping projects.

Facility Support

• Replenish restroom, break room, and janitorial supplies.
• Assist with facility setup, teardown, and cleanup activities.
• Operate floor scrubbers, vacuums, pressure washers, and other cleaning equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist with seasonal cleaning and special facility projects.

Safety and Compliance

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Maintain compliance with housekeeping, environmental, and safety standards.
• Properly handle, store, and use cleaning chemicals according to Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Report unsafe conditions, spills, damaged equipment, and housekeeping deficiencies promptly.
• Support safety initiatives by helping maintain clean aisles, exits, emergency equipment access, and work areas.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace cleanliness and organization.
• Reliable attendance and positive work ethic.

Preferred

• Experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or custodial environment.
• Experience operating floor scrubbers, pressure washers, or industrial cleaning equipment.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling and industrial housekeeping practices.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and climb throughout the workday.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Move cleaning equipment, carts, supplies, and materials throughout the facility.
• Ability to perform physically demanding cleaning and organizational tasks for extended periods.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing production floors, laboratories, warehouses, offices, and outdoor areas.
• Exposure to dust, noise, machinery, cleaning chemicals, and varying temperatures.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as designated by work area requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain high housekeeping standards in industrial environments.
• Ability to identify opportunities for workplace organization and improvement.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety practices.
• Ability to work cooperatively with production, maintenance, quality, engineering, and administrative personnel.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize tasks and complete assignments efficiently.

Success Measures

• Production and facility areas consistently meet housekeeping standards.
• Workspaces remain organized, clean, and free of unnecessary clutter.
• Deep cleaning tasks are completed according to schedule.
• Safety hazards related to housekeeping are identified and addressed promptly.
• Positive audit, inspection, and employee feedback regarding facility cleanliness and organization.
• Active contribution to 5S and continuous improvement efforts.

Typical Daily Activities

• Sweeping and scrubbing production floors.
• Deep cleaning work cells and equipment exteriors.
• Organizing storage racks, shelves, and supply areas.
• Removing scrap, debris, and non-value-added materials.
• Supporting 5S events and workplace improvement projects.
• Restocking facility supplies.
• Assisting with facility-wide housekeeping initiatives and special cleaning projects.

Required: Compliant with the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status (ITAR defines "U.S. Person" as a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident).

All candidates selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a background check as a condition of employment. This process is designed to ensure the safety and security of our workplace and may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant factors.