Operations - Janitor

Sherwin-Williams • South Holland, IL

21h

About The Position

The Operations Janitor maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment throughout the facility, including production areas, warehouses, offices, restrooms, breakrooms, and common spaces. The role performs routine cleaning and sanitation, supports basic facility and equipment upkeep, assists with grounds maintenance, and helps ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards. It also involves maintaining cleaning records, following established procedures, and working collaboratively with team members to support daily operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, committed to safety, and able to perform physical tasks in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

The schedule is Monday to Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The position is eligible for a performance-based bonus, subject to the terms of the Company's applicable plans, and health and other benefits.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Previous janitorial, custodial, or housekeeping experience in a manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, or production environment.
• Experience using industrial cleaning equipment, including floor scrubbers, buffers, pressure washers, and vacuums.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, PPE requirements, and workplace safety standards.
• Familiarity with chemical handling, labeling, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Experience supporting GMP, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to work around manufacturing equipment, forklifts, and moving machinery while following safety protocols.
• Basic maintenance and facility upkeep experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and supportive work to maintain buildings, facilities, and grounds.
• Clean floors and areas or product containers, assist with basic or standard maintenance, and provide related support.
• Clean, mop, and sanitize production and warehouse areas, bathrooms, kitchens, stairwells, and offices; empty garbage cans; vacuum carpets; polish floors; and maintain related supplies.
• Perform general maintenance, such as changing light bulbs, moving parts and equipment, and carrying out basic preventive and other routine building and equipment maintenance.
• Assist with grounds work, such as mowing grass, pulling weeds, sweeping sidewalks, and shoveling snow.
• Follow health and safety policies and procedures and help maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Complete documents and logs detailing daily activities, enter data, and potentially run standard recurring reports.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus, subject to the terms of the Company's applicable plans.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Disability coverage.
• Security, retirement, and savings benefits.
• Time away from work package including personal leave, paid parental leave, medical leave, vacation, and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed