Custodial Technician - 1st Shift

Jackson's Food Company; Muskego (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson’s Food Company is seeking a Custodial Technician to ensure sanitation of the facility in compliance with GMPs and government sanitation requirements. You will perform plant cleaning as directed by the Sanitation Lead, maintain housekeeping, and follow safety protocols to support high-quality food production.

The role involves using powered cleaning equipment, reporting any injuries, and participating in safety training and plant initiatives to uphold a hygienic and safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 months experience/training in QC/QA in food or dietary supplements.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the facilities are effectively sanitized in accordance with established food manufacturing regulations and in compliance with government sanitation requirements.
• Performs plant cleaning as prescribed by the Sanitation Lead.
• Maintains general housekeeping in all areas of plant.
• Utilizes powered cleaning equipment that may include powered lifts, scissors lifts, power washers, foam applicators, steamers, automatic compactors, motors, and various non-mechanized equipment.
• Follows instructions for safe lifting and carrying various sizes, shapes, and weight of objects; identifies/reports defective equipment; reports all job-related injuries to management.
• Follows all applicable GMP's for the area in which he/she is assigned.
• Participates in all necessary safety training, team development programs, and plant initiatives.

Education

High school diploma or GED

1-3 months experience and/or training in Quality Control or Quality Assurance within a food/beverage or dietary supplements

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Brief Description

Jackson’s Food Company is the Snack Super™ brand powered by heroic employees and premium avocado oil. We stand poised to upset the snacking status quo forever. All employees support our mission of delivering a safe and quality product.

Mission

Jackson’s Food Company is the Snack Super™ brand powered by heroic employees and premium avocado oil. We stand poised to upset the snacking status quo forever. All employees support our mission of delivering a safe and quality product.

Brief Description

Jackson’s Food Company is the Snack Super™ brand powered by heroic employees and premium avocado oil. We stand poised to upset the snacking status quo forever. All employees support our mission of delivering a safe and quality product.

Position Summary

The Custodial Technician at Jackson's Food Company ensures the effective sanitation of the facility, adhering to established food manufacturing regulations and government sanitation requirements. Responsibilities include performing plant cleaning as directed by the Sanitation Lead, maintaining overall housekeeping in all plant and office areas. The technician follows instructions for safe lifting, reports defective equipment promptly, and complies with all applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) specific to their assigned area. Active participation in safety training, team development programs, and plant initiatives is a key aspect of the role. The Custodial Technician contributes to upholding a hygienic and safe environment, supporting the company's commitment to delivering high-quality food products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures the facilities are effectively sanitized in accordance with established food manufacturing regulations and in compliance with government sanitation requirements.
• Performs plant cleaning as prescribed by the Sanitation Lead.
• Maintains general housekeeping in all areas of plant.
• Utilizes powered cleaning equipment that may include powered lifts, scissors lifts, power washers, foam applicators, steamers, automatic compactors, motors, and various non-mechanized equipment.
• Follows instructions for safe lifting and carrying various sizes, shapes, and weight of objects; identifies/reports defective equipment; reports all job-related injuries to management.
• Follows all applicable GMP's for the area in which he/she is assigned.
• Participates in all necessary safety training, team development programs, and plant initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One to three months experience and/or training in Quality Control or Quality Assurance within a food/beverage or dietary supplements and/or training
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand more than 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to walk more than 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to sit less than 1/3 of the time.
• Ability to use hands more than 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms more than 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to climb or balance 1/3 – 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 1/3 – 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to talk and hear greater than 2/3 of the time.
• Ability to push or pull up to 50 pounds less than 1/3 of the time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds less than 1/3 of the time.
• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) while working on computer 3/3 of the time or less.
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) while working in manufacturing plant, 2/3 of the time or more.
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) while working in manufacturing plant, 2/3 of the time or more.
• Peripheral vision ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point) to ensure safety of yourself and others while working in manufacturing plant, 2/3 of the time or more.
• Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships) to ensure safety of yourself and others while working in manufacturing plant, 2/3 of the time or more.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment Includes Working In Or Near

• Working in office environment (home or corporate location) 1/3 of the time or less
• Working in a manufacturing environment 2/3 of the time or more. The following may apply:
• Moving mechanical parts
• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
• High and/or precarious places
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Risk of electrical shock
• Vibration
• Noise in the work environment is:
• Moderate noise based on work in the corporate office with computers, printers and light traffic 1/3 of the time.
• Loud when working in manufacturing plant 1/3 -2/3 of the time.