Janitor

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?

Schedule : 1st shift - 7am-3:30pm

Essential Job Functions :

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while in the warehouse or production areas (including but not limited to hairnets/beard nets, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard toe and slip/oil resistant shoes, appropriate safety gloves, and seatbelts while operating forklifts).
• Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
• Determine priorities for cleaning either through directions provided by Supervisor or through consultation of the Master Sanitation Schedule.  
• Prepare production equipment for cleaning and follow Refresco lock out/tag out procedures when doing so.
• Use sanitation chemicals and follow chemical usage labels for application.
• Sanitize, foam, scrub and rinse production equipment ensuring that all areas meet Food Safety and Food Quality standards including but not limited to:
  • Clean and sanitize all conveyors, conveying equipment, drip pans, and rails.
  • Clean and sanitize floors and drains.
  • Clean ceilings and walls in production areas to include cobwebbing, flaking paint, and any other debris removal.
  • Clean ceilings and walls in warehouse areas to include cobwebbing, flaking paint and any other debris removal.
  • Maintain elevators, floors and stairwells in a clean and safe condition.
    • Vacuuming, sweeping and mopping using manual or electric tools
  • Clean and sanitize auxiliary areas such as the Reverse Osmosis area.
  • Clean facility building, grounds, and parking lots.
    • Clean and sanitize bathrooms
    • Empty trash cans and replace liners
    • General cleaning of office area
  • Validates sanitation effectiveness with visual inspection and chemical concentration testing.
  • Utilize motorized floor scrubber
  • Conduct routine inspections of sanitization equipment, processes, and facilities to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Confirm proper sanitation by monitoring printouts of CIP systems.
  • Store all chemicals and safety equipment properly.
  • Collect samples for microbiological testing when needed.
  • Ensure that minimum downtime is experienced during sanitation and pre-operational inspections.
  • Maintain accurate sanitation documentation and ensure the proper completion of Master Sanitation Schedule daily.
• Perform facility painting and marking tasks as assigned, including surface preparation, application of paint and coatings, and maintenance of 5S layouts, traffic lanes, curbs, safety zones, poles, and other facility markings.

Required Skills:

• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Able to work in a multi-temperature environment, subject to outside temperatures.
• Ability to perform tasks in accordance with safety protocols to prevent accidents and contamination.
• Ability to operate industrial cleaning machines (e.g., pressure washers, floor scrubbers).
• Ability to identify potential sanitation issues before they become problems.
• Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods of time.

Competencies:

• Familiarity with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) guidelines and other relevant safety regulations.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, FDA regulations if applicable).
• Meticulous in performing tasks to ensure all areas are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.
• Efficient in managing time to complete cleaning tasks within scheduled times.
• Creative thinking to develop and implement effective cleaning strategies.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Cooperative attitude and willingness to assist co-workers.
• Professional demeanor in interactions with colleagues and supervisors.

Education and Experience:

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of experience as a sanitation/janitorial worker in a warehouse environment using mobile cleaning equipment, able to operate mobile cleaning equipment and industrial baler.
• 1-2 years of experience with facility painting, floor marking, line striping, or 5S visual workplace systems in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred. 

Working Conditions:

• Work Schedule: Typical 8 hours per day on assigned shift plus overtime as needed which could include weekends.
• Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised.

Travel Requirements:

• 0% travel anticipated.

Physical Requirements:

• Visual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.

Other Duties:

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

A Career with Refresco 

Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:  

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance    
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance 
• Short-term disability and long-term disability   
• Pet Insurance  
• Legal Benefits  
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match  
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
• Well-being Benefit 
• Discount and Total Reward Programs 

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!   

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