Custodian (Night Shift)

American Rheinmetall; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall is seeking a Custodian to ensure clean, safe, and secure facilities in a manufacturing environment in Michigan. The role requires adhering to codes and district policies, and working under supervision to maintain operational excellence with minimal disruptions.

Essential duties include daily custodial tasks, sanitizing spaces, inventory monitoring, record-keeping, and assisting with special events.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of custodial experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily custodial duties in assigned building areas, ensuring cleanliness and safety.
• Clean, sanitize, and preserve designated spaces, equipment, furniture, and fixtures.
• Restock custodial and maintenance supplies; monitor inventory levels and report usage to the supervisor.
• Maintain accurate work-related records and prepare reports as directed.
• Follow verbal and written instructions from the supervisor to complete assigned tasks.
• Support facility operations by assisting with special activities and unscheduled events as needed.
• Provide courteous assistance to visitors and staff utilizing the facilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

American Rheinmetall

Next-generation solutions for the U.S. Armed Forces

Job Title: Custodian

Job Summary:

The Facilities General Labor role is responsible for ensuring that assigned building(s) are clean, safe, functional, and secure, in compliance with applicable codes and established district policies and standards. Custodial staff are expected to maintain all assigned areas in a state of operational excellence, minimizing disruptions, distractions, or obstacles to office personnel and production employees.

Essential Functions:

• Perform daily custodial duties in assigned building areas, ensuring cleanliness and safety.
• Clean, sanitize, and preserve designated spaces, equipment, furniture, and fixtures.
• Restock custodial and maintenance supplies; monitor inventory levels and report usage to the supervisor.
• Maintain accurate work-related records and prepare reports as directed.
• Follow verbal and written instructions from the supervisor to complete assigned tasks.
• Support facility operations by assisting with special activities and unscheduled events as needed.
• Provide courteous assistance to visitors and staff utilizing the facilities

Minimum Qualifications:

• Able to communicate effectively through oral and written instructions

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 1 year of custodial experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Background Prerequisites:

Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks, physical, and controlled substance testing.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

With or without reasonable accommodation requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:

• Regularly stand and walk for extended periods
• Regularly use hands and fingers to handle or operate objects, tools, and equipment
• Frequently reach with hands and arms in various directions (forward, outward, overhead)
• Frequently squat, stoop, or kneel
• Frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk beyond average ranges
• Frequently use hand strength to grasp tools, supplies, and ladder rungs
• Occasionally sit while completing tasks
• Occasionally push or pull items such as tables, scrubbing machines, or furniture
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds (e.g., cleaning supplies, pails, bags/boxes)
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds (e.g., bags of salt, furniture)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

American Rheinmetall provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or marital status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.