Position Type: Housekeeping/Cleaning Technician Location: Hillsboro, OR Hourly rate: $23.45 Contractor benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
Job Description
We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Housekeeping Cleaning Technician to support cleaning and sanitation operations within a regulated GMP facility in Hillsboro, Oregon. This role is critical to maintaining clean, organized, and compliant production and laboratory environments while ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards. The ideal candidate has experience cleaning GMP-controlled spaces, demonstrates a strong commitment to quality and safety, and can work independently while maintaining accurate documentation and communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine cleaning and sanitization of GMP-controlled areas, including: Ceilings Walls Floors Drains Stainless steel surfaces Windows Ledges
- Maintain flooring surfaces, including epoxy, concrete, rubber tile, and sheet vinyl, through sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and general upkeep.
- Vacuum and dust vents and other designated areas within GMP environments.
- Collect, transport, and properly dispose of non-biological waste and recyclable materials.
- Follow all established safety procedures, site policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Complete all cleaning documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Verify that all work is performed according to approved procedures and standards.
- Report quality, process, equipment, or material concerns promptly to supervisors.
- Collaborate with supervisors and managers to coordinate daily work assignments and schedules.
- Complete routine assignments with minimal supervision while meeting productivity expectations.
- Participate in SAP training and utilize the system for work order execution when required.
- Maintain inventory levels of GMP cleaning and housekeeping supplies.
- Communicate nightly site activities and operational updates to management.
- Assist with troubleshooting issues and escalation concerns appropriately.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
- Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a positive attitude.
- Support continuous compliance with facility cleanliness and operational standards.
- Adapt to changing priorities and operational needs as required.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 1–2 years of experience cleaning GMP-controlled, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, laboratory, healthcare, or regulated manufacturing environments.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures and work instructions.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Ability to complete documentation accurately and consistently.
- Experience working safely around cleaning chemicals, equipment, and regulated work environments.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong problem solving skills and the ability to identify and investigate deficiencies.
Equipment Experience Preferred
- Experience operating or working around equipment such as: Floor scrubbers Scissor lifts Manual pallet jacks Industrial cleaning equipment
Physical Requirements
Ability to regularly lift and carry cleaning equipment, supplies, mop buckets, paper products, furniture, and other materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform cleaning activities throughout the shift. Comfortable working in a regulated GMP facility environment.