Custodian - 3rd Shift - Starting at $18.50/hr

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.

Salary : $19