Operations - Janitor (Afternoons)

Avancez•Warren, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Janitor is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized manufacturing environment. This role supports production by ensuring work areas, offices, restrooms, cafeterias, and common areas meet company cleanliness, safety, and housekeeping standards. The Janitor plays a key role in supporting 5S, safety initiatives, and maintaining a professional workplace.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail
Self-motivated
Good organizational skills
Ability to work independently
Good communication skills
Ability to prioritize work
Dependable and punctual
Stand and walk for extended periods.
Lift up to 50 pounds.
Push and pull cleaning equipment.
Bend, stoop, kneel, and climb stairs.
Work in varying temperatures typical of a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize restrooms throughout each shift.
Empty trash throughout the facility, including offices, cafeteria, bathrooms, shop floor, and external trash bins.
Sweep and scrub production floors utilizing floor scrubber, as assigned.
Vacuum and clean office areas, conference rooms, and break rooms.
Clean windows, glass doors, and entrance areas.
Dust surfaces, furniture, lockers, and equipment where applicable.
Maintain cleanliness of cafeterias and vending areas.
Wipe down guard rails.
Maintain housekeeping standards in production aisles.
Remove cardboard, plastic, and other debris from production areas.
Support production teams by keeping walkways clear.
Assist with spill cleanup following proper environmental procedures.
Maintain designated waste collection areas.
Follow all PPE requirements.
Immediately report unsafe conditions.
Clean spills promptly to eliminate slip hazards.
Maintain emergency exits free from obstruction.
Ensure fire extinguishers, eyewash stations, and emergency equipment remain accessible.
Follow Lockout/Tagout requirements when necessary.
Handle chemicals according to SDS requirements.
Support plant-wide 5S initiatives.
Keep all assigned areas organized.
Ensure cleaning equipment is properly stored.
Participate in scheduled 5S audits.
Identify opportunities to improve workplace organization.
Collect and properly dispose of general waste, recyclables, cardboard, plastic, and scrap materials (as directed).
Transport waste to designated disposal areas.
Monitor dumpster levels and notify supervision when pickups are needed.
Safely operate floor scrubbers, floor sweepers, vacuums, pressure washers (where applicable), and trash compactors.
Perform daily inspections of cleaning equipment.
Report damaged equipment immediately.
Monitor cleaning supply inventory.
Notify supervision of low inventory.
Properly store chemicals and cleaning materials.
Maintain organized janitorial closets.
Complete assigned cleaning schedule.
Respond to housekeeping requests promptly.
Support special cleaning projects.
Communicate issues to supervision.
Complete required documentation.
Maintain a clean appearance throughout the facility.
Ensure all assigned tasks are completed on schedule.
Meet company housekeeping standards.
Support audit readiness at all times.
Help maintain customer tour readiness.
Work safely at all times.
Wear required PPE.
Report hazards immediately.
Follow all environmental and chemical handling procedures.
Never bypass safety procedures.
Promote a clean and safe work environment.
Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.
Demonstrate accountability and reliability.
Take pride in the appearance of the facility.
Treat all employees with professionalism and respect.
Continuously look for opportunities to improve workplace cleanliness and efficiency.