Custodian Lead - Vancouver , 1st shft

Piping Rock•Vancouver, WA

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Custodian Lead performs custodial duties and minor repairs, assists with sanitation control, checks for safety hazards, and leads custodial staff. The role cleans and sanitizes production equipment, machinery, and work areas in accordance with established protocols, schedules, food safety regulations, and company policies. The lead also monitors and documents cleaning activities, identifies maintenance needs, supports team compliance, and coordinates with production and quality assurance teams.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices, such as HACCP and GMP.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Good communication skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to help keep buildings and grounds clean and orderly.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.
Ability to maintain punctuality and predictable attendance.
Physical ability to perform manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
Ability to stand, twist, bend, and/or walk for more than four hours per day and up to twelve hours per shift.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Comfort working in a light industrial environment, including some exposure to non-toxic dust.
Ability to wear appropriate PPE and clean room attire.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in sanitation, janitorial, or cleaning roles, preferably in a food-grade facility.

Responsibilities

Follow standard operating procedures, company and safety policies, quality standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Clean and sanitize production equipment, machinery, and work areas according to established protocols and schedules.
Disassemble and reassemble equipment for thorough cleaning and sanitizing.
Ensure cleaning and sanitizing tasks comply with food safety regulations, including FDA and USDA requirements, and company policies.
Use cleaning agents and tools safely and effectively.
Monitor and document cleaning activities and maintain accurate records.
Identify and report maintenance or repair needs and safety hazards.
Follow safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Collaborate with production and quality assurance teams to support seamless operations.
Participate in training on sanitation practices and regulations.
Safely operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and use hand trucks to move, load, and unload products.
Perform high cleaning from a scissor lift as needed.
Move materials to and from storage or work areas using a hand truck, pallet jack, or forklift.
Check out sanitation supplies according to current inventory procedures.
Help maintain team compliance, report non-compliance, keep required training current, and follow procedures.
Ensure associates perform custodial and sanitation tasks safely, including following lockout/tagout procedures, using appropriate PPE, handling chemicals correctly, and operating equipment safely.
Perform other related duties as assigned.