Facilities and Equipment Maintenance Associate
About The Position
Distribution is our expertise, but people are our focus. At Pet Food Experts, we invest in the relationships that build businesses, support people and grow our industry. With a thoughtful approach to creating deep, long-lasting value, we put people at the center of everything we do. Because we know that when we do right by people, we ultimately do right by pets! POSITION SUMMARY The Facilities & Equipment Maintenance Associate is responsible for performing routine scheduled facility cleaning and maintenance, including but not limited to: trash collection, sweeping, dusting, washing floors/dump bin/shelves/barrels/balers, restroom cleaning, charging equipment, loading and sorting pallets, baling cardboard and assisting with pest control programs.
Requirements
- Candidate must have the ability to read, write and understand English
- Good communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and good time-management with the ability to multi-task and follow up
- Work both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively in a team environment
- Candidate must have reliable transportation, flexible schedule, solid attendance and a positive, professional attitude
- High School Education or equivalent
- Any offers of employment are contingent upon passing a required background check
Nice To Haves
- Some working knowledge of GMPs, food defense, pest control and food safety preferred
- Experience operating warehouse equipment (forklift, ride-on pallet jack), preferred
- Food industry and audit experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Maintain the facility by supporting each department with sanitation and cleanliness needs
- Perform duties on the Master Cleaning Schedule for daily, monthly, annual and “as needed” tasks
- Adhere to food safety and quality assurance policies and procedures
- Complete cleaning schedule logs and equipment checklists
- Perform minor repairs to some equipment, as well as light warehouse maintenance
- Receive and perform additional cleaning/leveling assignments as necessary
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
- Perform functions, accountabilities and supporting activities while complying with safety procedures, rules and regulations including GMP guidelines
- Lifts 30-40 lbs frequently
Benefits
- Full benefits package (medical, dental and vision)
- 401(k)
- Safety Footwear Reimbursement
- Overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 hrs./week
- Pet Perks Employee discount on pet food & supplies
- 6 Paid Holidays, including 1 floating holiday
- Vacation accrual up to 88 hours (11 days) annually
- paid sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
