Facilities Janitor

MeriCal®; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

Paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Sick leave

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Affordable medical and dental plans

401(k) matching

Job summary

The Facilities Janitor at MeriCal performs a variety of cleaning and sanitation duties to keep our FDA-compliant facility in top condition. You will work with the Facilities Manager and other departments to maintain a clean, safe environment and support daily operations, including restrooms, lunchrooms, trash, and production areas as needed.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of manufacturing facility janitor experience, the ability to stand for long periods, lift 50 lbs, and operate floor

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing facility or similar janitorial/custodian role.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment to meet FDA cleanliness standards.
• Experience operating cleaning machines such as scrubbers, buffers, polishers.

Responsibilities

• Receive and store components and cleaning supplies per SOPs/cGMPs.
• Clean restrooms and maintain cleanliness logs.
• Maintain lunchroom cleanliness and housekeeping of floors and surfaces.
• Assist Facility Maintenance with exterior grounds and debris removal.
• Read and follow SDS; use PPE as required.
• Maintain inventories of facility and janitorial supplies.
• Read and follow manufacturing instructions for cleaning chemicals.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Cleaning machines

Facility repairs

FDA standards

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Floor scrubber

Buffer

Polisher

Job description

For over 60 years, MeriCal has been at the forefront of innovation in the dietary supplement industry, delivering custom manufacturing and packaging solutions with passion and precision. With state-of-the-art facilities in Southern California and Ogden, UT, we transform ideas into high-quality products—from research and development to the finished products. Our team, with over 30 years of combined experience, is dedicated to crafting exceptional gummies, probiotics, tablets, capsules, chewables, and powders using clinically backed ingredients. At MeriCal, we don’t just meet expectations—we exceed them, every time. Join us and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team shaping the future of nutrition!

For over 60 years, MeriCal has been at the forefront of innovation in the dietary supplement industry, delivering custom manufacturing and packaging solutions with passion and precision. With state-of-the-art facilities in Southern California and Ogden, UT, we transform ideas into high-quality products—from research and development to the finished products. Our team, with over 30 years of combined experience, is dedicated to crafting exceptional gummies, probiotics, tablets, capsules, chewables, and powders using clinically backed ingredients. At MeriCal, we don’t just meet expectations—we exceed them, every time. Join us and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team shaping the future of nutrition!

The Opportunity

The Facilities Janitor performs a variety of janitorial, and facilities cleaning, sanitation and waste management duties as directed by the Facilities Manager. The primary responsibility is to ensure the facility complies with strict FDA requirements for cleanliness and appearance and will maintain a clean and safe environment for its employees. The JA will work with various departments in the facility to assist and support their needs for janitorial requests. The Janitor Associate reports directly to the Facilities Manager.

What You’ll Do

• Receiving all components, bulk vitamins, equipment, labels, packaging components, etc. to comply with MeriCal’s SOPs/cGMPs.
• Responsible for cleaning restrooms to be neat and orderly. Records the time and date the cleaning was done on the restroom cleaning log.
• Assures all needed cleaning supplies are available to include restroom supplies.
• Empties trashcans throughout the facility and make sure all the trash lids are in place atop the trash cans.
• Cleans the general and non-production floors by utilizing the floor scrubber, buffer and other cleaning machines necessary to maintain an adequate level of sanitization and housekeeping. (May assist in cleaning production areas as necessary).
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and healthy lunchroom before and after lunch and breaks. Will wipe down the tables, micro-waves, chairs/benches clean and wipe the sinks, empty the trash cans and clean the lunchroom floor.
• Assists Facility Maintenance staff when needed such as maintaining the exterior grounds, trash and debris removal.
• Basic drain cleaning. (removal of drain (P trap) in lunchroom sinks.
• Toilet seat, paper towel and soap dispenser replacement. Etc.
• Will assist in moving office furniture such as desks, chairs, cabinets and a host of other office types of furniture to other locations as directed by the Facility Manager.
• Must understand how to read, write and speak English to be able to communicate with other department managers and supervisors for their janitorial needs.
• You must be able to follow manufacturing instructions when mixing cleaning and other chemicals necessary to perform, clean and repair functions in the facility.
• Ability to read and understand SDS, use appropriate PPE as required, and maintain cleaning tools.
• Deep Cleaning Performs were directed following all applicable SOPs.
• Will maintain inventories on facility and janitorial supplies and will advise the Facility Manager (or Designee) when critical supplies need re-ordering.
• Dry mop through the production department offices as requested.
• Will clean office areas to include floors, windows, tables, trash cans and other necessary cleaning to maintain a clean and healthy office environment.
• Must be able to stand for 10 hours and able to lift 50lbs.
• The Janitor Associate reports directly to the Janitor Supervisor or Facility Manager if no supervisor is present.

What You’ll Bring

• Must have 2 to 5 years of experience working in a manufacturing facility or similar operation in a janitor / custodian capacity.
• Possess the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment necessary to meet FDA standards for cleanliness and a healthy work environment.
• Must know how to operate multi cleaning machines such as scrubbers, buffers, polishers and other cleaning equipment necessary to maintain a clean and healthy work environment.
• Must have experience in performing minor facility repairs as necessary to maintain a clean and healthy work environment.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma/Certificate; one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

The Perks

• No-cost vision insurance (yes, you read that right!), employer-paid life insurance, paid company holidays, generous paid time off, sick leave, employee assistance program, and a comprehensive wellness program.
• Affordable medical and dental insurance plans are tailored for you and your dependents.
• Exceptional supplemental benefits, including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospitalization indemnity plans, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) matching plan and more!

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00 The compensation offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and/or education.

MeriCal is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected, and where differences are embraced as strengths. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes equality and celebrates diversity.

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