Plant Housekeeper

Bridor North America; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Vacation time

11 paid holidays per year

Paid sick time

401(k) plan with company match

Career-advancement opportunities

Job summary

Bridor North America is seeking a Plant Housekeeper to maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe environment across production areas. You will perform routine housekeeping duties, remove debris, and help ensure food safety, product quality, and workplace safety.

The role is part of the Sanitation Department and aligns with the production line schedule. Shifts may be three 12-hour or four 10-hour weeks; candidates must be available for the required production line schedule and be able to lift up to 50

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping or sanitation experience is preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or food-production settings is helpful.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily housekeeping and cleaning duties throughout production areas.
• Sweep flour and debris from around equipment and plant floors.
• Collect and remove trash, and keep work areas organized to reduce hazards.
• Wipe down machinery and floors where dust or debris has accumulated.
• Follow established cleaning procedures and report safety concerns.

Skills

Attention to cleanliness

Safety awareness

Ability to follow instructions

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Plant Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment throughout the production areas. This position performs routine housekeeping duties, removes debris and waste, and helps ensure that production areas meet company standards for food safety, product quality, and workplace safety.

Position Summary

The Plant Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment throughout the production areas. This position performs routine housekeeping duties, removes debris and waste, and helps ensure that production areas meet company standards for food safety, product quality, and workplace safety.

This position is part of the Sanitation Department and works under the direction of the Sanitation Supervisor assigned to the production line. The Plant Housekeeper’s schedule will coincide with the operating schedule of the assigned production line.

Pay and Schedule

• Pay Rate: $18.82 per hour
• This position may be assigned to either a day shift or a night shift
• Shift schedules may include:
• Three 12-hour shifts per week, or
• Four 10-hour shifts per week
• The specific days, hours, and shift assignment will depend on the production line schedule and business needs
• Candidates must be available to work the schedule required for their assigned production line

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily housekeeping and cleaning duties throughout the production areas
• Continuously sweep flour, food particles, packaging materials, and other debris from around production equipment and plant floors
• Collect and remove trash from production areas and place it in the appropriate outdoor waste containers
• Wipe down machinery, equipment surfaces, floors, and other areas where flour dust or debris has accumulated
• Regularly inspect production areas and take initiative to address cleaning needs
• Help maintain clean and organized work areas to reduce the risk of slips, trips, falls, and other workplace hazards
• Work closely with production employees to ensure floors and surrounding areas remain free of dust, debris, and obstructions
• Assist with cleaning offices and common areas located within or near the production environment
• Follow established cleaning procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices, and food-safety requirements
• Immediately report food-safety, quality, sanitation, or safety concerns to a supervisor or the Quality Assurance department
• Properly use and maintain all required personal protective equipment
• Follow all company safety, health, environmental, sanitation, and workplace policies
• Complete other cleaning and housekeeping duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping, janitorial, sanitation, or industrial cleaning experience is preferred
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or food-production environment is helpful
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to follow supervisory direction and established cleaning procedures
• Basic understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices is preferred
• Strong attention to cleanliness, safety, and detail
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with production and sanitation team members
• Ability to work independently and take initiative when cleaning needs are identified
  
  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and perform repetitive cleaning tasks
• Comfortable working near production equipment and machinery with moving parts
• Ability to work safely in both warm and cold areas of the facility
• Must wear required personal protective equipment and follow all plant safety procedures
• Work may involve exposure to flour dust, food ingredients, cleaning materials, noise, and varying temperatures
  
  

What We Offer

Bridor believes in rewarding great work with strong benefits, career-development opportunities, and long-term stability. Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Vacation time
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time
• 401(k) plan with a company match
• Career-advancement opportunities within Bridor