1440 Foods is a sports and active nutrition company on a mission to help energize people to unleash their potential with a focused portfolio of accessible, great-tasting health and wellness brands: Pure Protein® nutrition bars; and Body Fortress® high efficacy protein powders; MET-Rx® high-performance meal replacements. Join our fun, fast-paced company to be a part of growing 1440 Foods into the future!
Position Overview:
The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, orderly, and compliant environment within the food manufacturing facility. This role includes cleaning and light maintenance of common areas, offices, and non-production zones, ensuring a safe, sanitary, and welcoming space for employees. The Custodian will also support food safety and sanitation standards to help maintain the quality of operations.
Job Responsibilities:
Cleaning and Maintenance:
- Clean and sanitize common areas, including hallways, lobbies, restrooms, breakrooms, and office spaces following established protocols.
- Vacuum, mop, dust, and sanitize surfaces as required to uphold sanitation standards in a food manufacturing environment.
- Operate a power washer to clean surfaces.
- Utilize a floor scrubber to clean floors.
- Empty trash and recycling bins, replace liners, and ensure proper disposal according to company and regulatory standards.
- Willingness and ability to use a ladder or be elevated with powered equipment to facility ceiling height for cleaning purposes.
- Perform cleaning activities on property outdoors, including green areas, parking areas, and storage areas.
Compliance:
- Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines in common and office areas to support facility-wide compliance with food safety regulations.
- Adhere to OSHA, FDA, and company safety standards for handling cleaning chemicals and equipment.
Documentation:
- Maintain daily logs of cleaning activities and supplies used, noting any incidents or issues that may affect compliance or safety.
- Report maintenance needs or safety hazards to the Facilities Supervisor promptly.
Equipment Maintenance:
- Ensure proper use, maintenance, and storage of custodial equipment to support safe, efficient cleaning processes.
- Track and organize cleaning supplies, notifying the supervisor when inventory is low or needs replenishment.
Team Collaboration:
- Coordinate with production and facilities staff to minimize disruptions to operations while cleaning.
- Participate in team meetings and training sessions to enhance sanitation and custodial practices in a food manufacturing setting.
Safety:
- Follow all safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Report any safety hazards or incidents immediately to management.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:
- Knowledge of cleaning methods, chemicals, and equipment, especially as applied in a food manufacturing environment.
- Ability to operate custodial tools and machinery, such as vacuum cleaners, floor scrubbers, and basic maintenance tools.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous custodial or maintenance experience in a food manufacturing environment is a plus.
Work Environment:
- Food manufacturing facility setting, including common and office areas.
- Production facility setting.
- Must wear required PPE while in all manufacturing areas.
- Moving parts and machinery are present in the plant.
- Exposure to cleaning chemicals.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Occasional ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Ability to physically perform functions of repetitive motion, grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, crouching, kneeling, stooping, balancing, and climbing.
- Noise levels will vary, higher noise levels exist while in the plant operations areas.
What We Offer:
- Compensation: Competitive pay including automatic wage increases with continued service, performance bonuses, and 401(k) with company match.
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one, HSA and FSA, EAP program, and onsite gym.
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Learning and Advancement: In-house training and internal job board for promotion opportunities.
- Recognition and Rewards: Performance bonuses and service awards.
- Community Outreach: Charitable activities and local impact opportunities.
- Other Perks: Free protein bars and healthy snacks.