Dry Pick-up (Janitor)

Empire Packing•Denver, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dry Pick-up (Janitor) cleans and sanitizes machinery and floors in a production-line setting and handles basic cleaning in and around an assigned area. Duties include floor pick-up, trash removal, setting up and tearing down floor mats, and setting up, stocking, and maintaining cleaning equipment and supplies. The employee monitors the sanitation and organization of assigned areas, may use a water hose or squeegee, watches for hazards and reports them to a supervisor, and performs other duties as assigned. This is a very active, hands-on position in a food-processing production and maintenance environment. The work area is wet, damp, and cold, often below freezing, and employees are expected to remain in these conditions for most of their workdays. The role may involve exposure to chemicals, machinery, knives, and slippery floors. The company may make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Duties and requirements may be revised as circumstances change. New team members undergo drug, alcohol, and background checks after an offer and before employment begins. Employment eligibility must be verified by the end of the third day of work.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent certification.
Ability to speak, read, and write English.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Well-organized, with good attention to detail.
Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
Adaptable and dependable, with the ability to follow directions and cooperate with others.
Maintain a helpful and professional attitude and appearance.
Ability to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved instructions and address problems involving a few variables using common sense.
Strong desire to work in a hands-on environment.
Good attendance and safety records.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds throughout the day.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb throughout the day.
Frequently and regularly use wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
Acute close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and ability to adjust focus.
Use required personal protective equipment effectively.
Ability to work long hours in wet, damp, very cold food-processing conditions, frequently below freezing, for most of the workday.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Complete and comply with mandatory safety training for the job assignment.
Complete and comply with food safety/GMP training for the job assignment.
Clean and sanitize machinery and floors in a production-line setting.
Perform basic cleaning in and around the assigned area, including floor pick-up and trash removal.
Set up and tear down floor mats.
Set up, stock, and maintain cleaning equipment and supplies.
Monitor and maintain sanitation and organization of assigned areas.
Use a water hose, squeegee, or similar equipment when needed.
Remain aware of surroundings and notify a supervisor of hazards.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.