Mill Cleaner

Sugar-Cane-Growers-Cooperative-of-Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is seeking a Maintenance Helper to support cleaning and basic maintenance across east and west mill tandems. You will assist with debris removal, tray and deck upkeep, and sanitation of mill equipment in a safety‑conscious environment.

Position requires ability to work extended hours during peak harvest season, operate basic hand tools, and follow supervisor instructions. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred; high school diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Bilingual – English and Spanish.
• General cleaning and maintenance experience preferred in cane processing or similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains east and west juice trays and mill decks, removing cane material, debris, and trash.
• Operates hand tools such as shovels, rakes, brooms, and industrial water hoses.
• Supports general upkeep and sanitization of mill machinery as directed.
• Follows safety guidelines, uses PPE, and reports hazards.
• Works under supervision with limited latitude in initiative.

Skills

Safety awareness

Bilingual – English/Spanish

Independent work

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:Responsible for assisting with the general cleaning and maintenance of the east and west mill tandems. Work involves supporting mill operations through basic maintenance tasks and ensuring that all areas are debris-free.Work is performed under close supervision with minimal latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The essential functions in this job description are intended only as an illustration of the various types of duties that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from job performance requirements if work is similar or related to the job.Cleans and maintains east and west juice trays and mill decks, including removing cane material, debris, and trashSupports general upkeep and sanitization of mill machinery as directedOperates hand tools including shovels, rakes, brooms, and industrial water hosesPerforms cleaning and maintenance tasks in overhead, lying or crawling positionsAssists in maintaining a safe and clean work environmentWorks collaboratively with other team members and supervisors to achieve project goalsEnsures the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all timesFollows organizational safety guidelines and protocols, performs job functions in a safe manner, and reports all safety hazards per established policies and proceduresSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:NoneMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or GED;OR a combination of experience, certification, education and training that demonstrates expertise in the related areas.CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:NonePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:General cleaning and maintenance experience in cane grinding or similar processing environmentBilingual – English and SpanishKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of, or ability to learn, safety protocols and compliance standards related to maintenance operationsAbility to work extended hours, especially during the peak sugar cane harvesting seasonAbility to work in challenging conditions such as confined spaces and elevated areasAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionAbility to follow instructions from supervisors and senior workersAbility to follow safety guidelines and protocols and perform job functions in a safe mannerAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgroundsAbility to maintain regular attendance to ensure efficient and effective performance of job dutiesAMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) REQUIREMENTS:Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds). Tasks that require moving objects of significant weight require the assistance of another person and/or use of proper techniques and moving equipment. Tasks may involve some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.Tasks are regularly performed inside and/or outside with exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g., dirt, cold, rain, fumes).Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. Some tasks may involve identifying and distinguishing colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals.BENEFITS: We offer a suite of benefits, including but not limited to:Health, dental, visionShort-term and Long-term DisabilityCritical Illness, Accident, Hospital IndemnityEmployee assistance program – offers confidential counseling and support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeingPaid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, jury duty)401(k) program with highly competitive matchTuition reimbursementCOMPANY VISION:SCGC’s vision is to deliver the greatest value to our member-growers and employees by being an industry leader in all we do. We are passionate about our vision, and we are looking for others who are equally passionate.COMPANY DESCRIPTION:Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida (SCGC) is made up of primarily family-owned grower-members who cultivate sugarcane on over 75,000 acres of land, mainly in Palm Beach County, Florida. The Cooperative oversees the mechanical harvesting, processing, and marketing of raw sugar, molasses, and other by-products. With a workforce of over 500 employees, SCGC plays a key role in the sugarcane industry. Learn more at scgc.org.Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.