Plant Custodian - 1st Shift

SWD Inc; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

401(k) With Company Contributions

8 Paid Holidays

PTO Starts Accruing On Day 1

Illinois Paid Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company‑Paid Life Insurance & EAP

Fitness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

SWD Inc. is hiring a full-time Plant Custodian for 1st shift (7am-3pm) at our Addison, IL facility. You will maintain a clean, safe, and well-kept production environment, performing routine cleaning, housekeeping, and basic facility upkeep.

The role requires a high school diploma and experience in manufacturing; forklift experience is a plus. We offer weekly pay, 401(k) with company contributions, paid holidays, PTO from day one, and a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing and

Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience is preferred.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• High school diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-maintained facility by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and general housekeeping.
• Operate power cleaning equipment to support facility and production area cleanliness.
• Empty trash, recycling, and waste containers, including cardboard and plastic diverting where needed.
• Safely handle, use, store, and dispose of cleaning chemicals per procedures and safety standards.
• Perform routine building upkeep, inspections, and minor repairs; report issues to management.
• Conduct security and property checks and report damage or unusual activity.
• Maintain inventory of housekeeping and facility supplies; coordinate repairs as needed.
• Comply with all SWD Inc. safety rules and procedures to ensure a safe work environment.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Forklift experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About Us:

SWD Inc. opened for business in March 1980 with three employees in a 9,000 sq. ft. leased facility and began black oxiding, cleaning, and pickling operations with used equipment. In late 1980, the company began passivating stainless steel and in 1981 purchased Fastener Sorting Corporation. Today, a recognized leader in the Metal Finishing and Fastener Sorting fields, SWD Inc. has over 250 employees and runs three shifts per day in its 250,000 sq. ft. facility just west of Chicago in Addison, Illinois.

Note: SWD is a Drug-Free workplace. All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a Background Check, Drug Screen, and Pre-Employment Physical.

What We're Seeking:

We are seeking a full-time Plant Custodian for 1st Shift (Hours: 7am-3pm) with overtime on Saturdays as business needs demand. The starting pay is $18.00 per hour. New employees will receive performance evaluations and potential raises at 60 Days, 6 Months, and 12 Months, then annually each year after that.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-maintained facility by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and performing general housekeeping throughout the plant.
• Operate power cleaning equipment, including vacuums, carpet shampooers, and the Dry Ice Blasting Machine to support facility and production area cleanliness.
• Empty trash, recycling, and waste containers, including cardboard and plastic compactors.
• Safely handle, use, store, and dispose of cleaning chemicals in accordance with company procedures and safety standards.
• Perform routine building upkeep, facility inspections, and minor repairs; report damage, maintenance concerns, or safety hazards to management.
• Conduct security and property checks, observing and reporting any damage, defacement, or unusual activity on company property.
• Maintain inventory and control stock of housekeeping, cleaning, and facility supplies; coordinate maintenance and repair services as needed.
• Comply with all SWD Inc. safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required
• Manufacturing experience and forklift experience is a plus

What We Offer:

Because Better People deserve Better Benefits. – Joining SWD means becoming part of a company that invests in your growth, your wellbeing, and your future. We proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you at work and in life.

• Weekly Pay Every Friday
• 401(k) With Company Contributions
• 8 Paid Holidays
• PTO Starts Accruing On Day 1
• Illinois Paid Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance & EAP
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonuses

*Please Note: This role uses AI‑assisted tools in parts of the hiring process, as required to be disclosed under Illinois law.