2nd shift Janitorial Services Technician

SUMMARY

At Grillo’s Pickles, we are passionate about creating a positive, efficient, and people-focused workplace. The Janitorial Services Technician maintains a clean, orderly, safe, and professional manufacturing facility by performing routine janitorial duties in designated non-production and support areas. This position reports directly to the Sanitation Supervisor and follows approved site cleaning schedules, chemical controls, safety requirements, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Janitorial Cleaning & Housekeeping:

• Clean and maintain offices, conference rooms, reception areas, breakrooms, cafeterias, restrooms, locker rooms, hallways, stairwells, entrances, and other assigned common areas.
• Sweep, dry mop, wet mop, vacuum, spot clean, and maintain floors using approved tools, chemicals, and methods.
• Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces such as door handles, handrails, tables, chairs, dispensers, and shared fixtures according to the site schedule.
• Clean mirrors, interior glass, doors, walls, partitions, and other non-food-contact surfaces as assigned.
• Restock soap, paper towels, toilet tissue, hand sanitizer, and other approved janitorial supplies.
• Maintain entrances and designated exterior walkways by removing litter and reporting snow, ice, standing water, or other hazards.

Waste & Recycling:

• Collect, segregate, transport, and dispose of trash and recycling in designated containers and locations.
• Replace liners and clean waste receptacles as required while preventing leakage, overflow, and cross-contamination.
• Follow site requirements for handling broken glass, sharps, chemical waste, allergen-containing waste, or other special waste; immediately contact supervision when uncertain.

Safety, GMP & Chemical Control:

• Follow all site safety rules, traffic patterns, PPE requirements, emergency procedures, and GMP expectations applicable to the area being serviced.
• Use only approved and properly labeled chemicals. Follow label directions, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), required dilution, and chemical storage and segregation rules.
• Place wet-floor signs or barriers before and during work and remove them only after the hazard has been eliminated.
• Prevent janitorial tools, chemicals, carts, and waste from entering restricted production or food-contact areas unless specifically authorized.
• Immediately report spills, pest activity, leaks, plumbing issues, damaged fixtures, unusual odors, unsafe conditions, or signs of contamination to the Sanitation Supervisor.

Equipment, Supplies, and Documentation:

• Inspect janitorial carts, vacuums, floor machines, mops, and other tools before use; report defects and remove unsafe equipment from service.
• Clean, dry, and store janitorial tools in designated locations after use. Keep the janitorial closet secured, orderly, labeled, and free from incompatible materials.
• Monitor supply levels and notify the Sanitation Supervisor when replenishment is needed.
• Complete assigned cleaning schedules, checklists, inspection records, or other documentation accurately and on time.
• Cooperate with inspections, audits, corrective actions, and retraining activities related to assigned janitorial responsibilities.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE)

• Prior custodial or janitorial experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, healthcare, or commercial environment is preferred.
• Required the ability to both activate and amplify our Grillo’s Values, Quality First, Hustle Harder, Drive Fast & Take Smart Chances, Positive Vibes, and Respect & Dignity.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (JOB SKILLS, ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE)

• Basic knowledge of janitorial methods, cleaning chemicals, SDS information, dilution controls, and safe equipment operation.
• Attention to detail and ability to recognize cleanliness deficiencies, facility damage, and potential safety or food-safety hazards.
• Ability to maintain clear separation between janitorial activities and production equipment sanitation responsibilities.

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to fifteen pounds. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities. The employee may occasionally be required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, taste, or smell. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. Occasional exposure to wet and/or refrigerated conditions. The noise level is usually moderate.

Grillo’s is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.