Machine Cleaner

TreeHouse Foods • Marietta, GA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Cleaner is responsible for the thorough dry cleaning and precise dust control of production machinery and surrounding areas. This role is critical to maintaining high standards of safety (dust explosion prevention) and equipment reliability by ensuring fine tea dust, debris, and product build-up are systematically removed using only approved dry methods (primarily industrial vacuuming, dusting, wiping). Proper and safe operation of forklifts and pallet jacks to load/unload trucks for shipment of finished product or the receipt of raw materials and packaging materials for production.

Requirements

• A High School diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of experience in an industrial cleaning or maintenance support role, preferably in a dry process manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and cleaning checklists.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for simple disassembly/reassembly.
• Must successfully complete site-specific LOTO, fire safety, and dust control training.
• Job requires daily use of personal protective equipment including company uniforms, hearing and eye protection.
• Must be able to tolerate noise associated with production equipment and changing weather conditions (heat/cold/humidity).
• Ability to stand and walk for 8-12 hours/day.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/stoop/squat/bend for extended periods, and work in a dusty, dry environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily and scheduled dry cleaning procedures on assigned production equipment and infrastructure using HEPA-filtered or industrial vacuum systems.
• Perform scheduled deep cleaning tasks, which involve minor disassembly and reassembly of non-technical components (e.g., removable guards, shields, conveyors, chutes) for internal dust removal.
• Safely and carefully remove and dispose of all loose tea dust, product remnants, scrap, and debris, ensuring all material is contained during the cleaning process.
• Utilize and maintain specialized drycleaning tools, brushes, and industrial vacuum systems in operational condition.
• Ensure all assigned areas meet strict internal cleanliness standards for dust control and fire prevention.
• Proactively inspect equipment during cleaning and immediately report any signs of damage, wear, fluid leaks, loose fasteners, or other abnormalities to the Maintenance Supervisor for work order creation.
• Organize and manage all machine-generated solid waste streams (e.g., recyclable metal, scrap material, discarded tea) to ensure proper disposal.
• Accurately complete and sign off on all scheduled drycleaning checklists/logs upon completion of work.
• Adhere to all required regulatory and site standards related to LOTO and dust control to ensure the facility is compliant for all safety audits.
• Strictly adhere to all Lockout/Tagout and safety procedures before initiating any cleaning, adjustment, or minor disassembly on equipment. Never clean a machine that is not de-energized and verified safe.
• Consistently use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to safety glasses, respiratory protection, and steel-toed/composite-toed footwear (if required).
• Strictly follow all established protocols for tea dust control and the correct use of static-dissipative tools and vacuum systems.
• Ensure the work area remains free of slip, trip, and fall hazards (e.g., immediately clean up spilled dry material or other hazards).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits program!
• Enrollment in our wellness and employee assistance programs!
• Paid holidays, vacation, and other competitive paid time off opportunities!
• An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of people.
• Leaders who are invested in supporting your career growth.
• Opportunities to be recognized for outstanding contributions to your team through our employee recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED