Manufacturing Facilities Custodian (Ice Cream) 1st shift M-F

Dairy Farmers of America; Wilbraham (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a diligent janitorial worker to maintain cleanliness and sanitation of our facilities in Wilbraham, MA. The role involves routine cleaning, restocking supplies, and safe operation of cleaning equipment to support a hygienic work environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and prior janitorial experience is preferred. This position emphasizes safety, adherence to protocols, and reliable teamwork to meet daily cleaning targets and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing chemicals.
• Able to work safely and follow established policies and procedures.
• Able to follow directions with little supervision.
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping.
• Able to perform simple math.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, sanitary, and safe interior and exterior areas as assigned.
• Follow schedules to complete cleaning and sanitizing tasks and non-routine work orders.
• Perform custodial duties such as vacuuming, mopping, trash collection, and surface cleaning with various equipment.
• Keep restrooms, breakrooms, and changing areas sanitary and stocked with supplies.
• Monitor and restock cleaning supplies; notify when reordering is needed.
• Maintain exterior grounds and safety, including basic equipment operation.
• Address emergency cleaning requests promptly and coordinate with team as needed.
• Utilize chemicals per safety guidelines to sanitize the facility.
• Support EHS and maintenance staff for inspections and events as required.
• Distribute PPE and enforce safety requirements.

Skills

Sanitation Chemicals

Safety Procedures

English Proficiency

Record Keeping

Basic Math

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Maintain the location's interior and/or exterior in a clean, sanitary, and safe manner (e.g., offices, warehouses, plant/manufacturing areas).

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a safe and clean internal building appearance through good housekeeping, organization, and management of walking surfaces
• Follow work schedules to complete all required cleaning and sanitizing, and complete non-routine cleaning according to specified job orders
• Perform custodian duties, such as vacuuming, sweeping, mopping floors, picking up debris, emptying trash cans and recycling, and general cleaning; these activities may include using equipment such as floor sweepers, polishers, vacuum cleaners, and dusters
• Maintain all restrooms, locker rooms, breakrooms, and footbaths in a sanitary manner; replenish supplies and paper products in break room and restrooms
• Maintain inventory of cleaning and other supplies; notify appropriate contact or update supply sheet to re-order supplies
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of exterior of building; maintain outdoor facilities and grounds, which may involve operating a variety of power equipment for general grounds maintenance
• Handle emergency cleaning and upkeep requests
• Use chemicals to sanitize and clean the facility
• Perform related duties as requested by environmental health and safety (EHS), maintenance, management, or other staff members (e.g., help to coordinate and/or prepare for inspections and special events)
• Distribute personal protective equipment (PPE) when needed
• Follow all safety requirements and wear proper PPE
• Implement all DFA GMP's and work in a manner consistent with all corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements. Inform QA personnel of any quality issues
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Janitorial or cleaning experience preferred
• Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing chemicals
• Able to work safely and follow established policies and procedures
• Able to follow directions and carry out instructions with little supervision
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Able to perform simple math
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans