Sanitation - 1st Shift- 7am to 5:30pm - Tues - Fri

Allen Distribution; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Allen Distribution is seeking a Sanitation team member for the 1st shift (7am to 5:30pm, Tue–Fri) in Allentown. The role focuses on keeping our facility clean to ensure product safety and quality. You will perform daily housekeeping, operate cleaning duties, and maintain a safe, organized work area.

Ideal candidates can lift 50 lbs, work in a fast-paced environment, and may need forklift certification. We value reliability, teamwork, and a proactive attitude toward continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to obtain forklift license.
• Ability to stay on feet for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Vacuum and clean bug lights as needed using hot soapy water. Replace bulbs.
• Empty trash daily in all areas of the building.
• Inspect refrigerators for spills and clean with hot soapy water.
• Remove spider webs around forklift areas, racking and perimeters.
• Vacuum carpet areas and mop floors.
• Maintain daily housekeeping of the operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, and common areas.
• Dust dock doors and clean dock lights.
• Maintain clean windows and mirrors.

Skills

Fast-paced work

Forklift license

Lifting 50 lbs

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Job description

Description

Job Title: Sanitation

Department: Operations

Reports To: Operations Manager

Position Type: Full Time

Shift/Schedule: 1st Shift- 7am to 5:30pm - Tues - Fri

Wage: $20.50 per hour

Purpose of Position

Ensure the health and safety of our customer product by maintaining a clean facility.

Values and Business Practices

• Customer First – We deliver on what we promise to our customers with a positive attitude
• We treat everybody with respect and dignity
• We operate with high business ethics
• We are a good corporate citizen
• We value our professional relationships
• We strive to have a “Continuous Improvement Culture”
• We are committed to the safety of our employees and our equipment/facilities

Company Expectations

Our expectation is that all employees, customers, vendors will perform in a manner that will ensure long term success.

Flexibility/Reliability

Works the hours needed to support the business goals (including overtime, weekends and holidays). Remains open-minded, performs a wide variety of job tasks, transitions from task to task effectively (multi-task).

Attitude

Maintains a “Whatever it Takes” attitude. Lives by company stated values and inspires others.

Willingness to learn

Approaches new tasks with an interest to learn. Has the ability to learn techniques as job task requirements change.

Initiative

Seeks out additional work when job tasks are completed. Goes above and beyond required tasks. Participate in pre-shift meetings and department meetings. Display pride in your work area by maintaining daily housekeeping of our operations building, equipment, break rooms, restrooms, smoke areas, etc… Promote teamwork and assist in all areas and processes in the operation as needed / required.

Quality of Work

• Maintains high standards despite pressing deadlines. Produces accurate, thorough and professional work. Understands the importance of “Only Handle It Once – OHIO”, by completing work correctly the first time.

Follows directions

Follows all written and verbal instructions provided by management, project leader, etc…

Communication

Shares all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company. Report all issues to your manager/supervisor.

Appearance

Maintains an appropriate appearance and dresses in accordance with the established dress code guidelines to your respective position.

Safety

Follows all rules, guideline, and practices. Informs supervisor / manager immediately if unsafe conduct or conditions arise.

Position Competency

1. Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
2. Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
3. Must be able to lift 50lbs., sit, stand and walk for extended periods.
4. Must be able to twist, squat and reach above shoulder level.
5. Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment.

Position Expectations

Productivity

• Vacuum and clean bug lights as needed using hot soapy water. Replace bulbs
• Empty trash daily in all areas of your building.
• Inspect refrigerators for spillage, clean with hot soapy water.
• Remove spider webs using designated equipment around forklift areas, racking and guide rail as well as perimeter and edges.
• Vacuum carpet areas.
• Sweep and pick up all wood chips, strapping, shrink wrap, ect off of the warehouse floor.
• Vacuum cracks in the dock plates.
• Clean exit door perimeters.
• Empty trash, sweep and mop, clean tables chairs and counters in the employee lunchroom/breakroom.
• Dust dock doors and clean dock lights.
• Maintain clean windows and mirrors.

Safety

• Follow established Dock Safety practices.
• Prepare cleaning supplies for use per manufacture recommendations.
• Report all equipment malfunctions to manager and/or maintenance immediately.
• Follow safety and security policies and SOPs

Quality

• Inspect perimeter of of building for evidence or rodents, bird infestation, cleanliness and security of the building including wall panels. Report any captures to Distribution Manager.

Initiative

• Assist in other areas and on clean up day when requested.