Janitor

Job Type:

RegularThe Janitor performs all tasks involved in maintaining a clean work environment; adhering to the Master Sanitation Schedule and practicing safe work habits. The Janitor works in all areas of the plant as needed.

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters.

We believe that teamwork—collaborating and sharing perspectives—is essential to achieving the best results.

An environment where collaboration is encouraged and valued:

• Starting rate $18.66

• Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00

• Monday - Friday | 7AM - 3:30PM

• Double time pay on Sunday

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance  

• 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions 

• PTO starting Day 1

• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

• Advancement Opportunities 

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Employee Discounts

• Uniform Program + Shoe Allowance

Your key responsibilities:

• Perform daily cleaning tasks per the Master Sanitation and Deep Cleaning Schedules.

• Perform work safely and efficiently in all areas of the plant including break rooms, locker rooms, offices, and corridors.

• Ensure work area and janitorial supplies are properly organized and maintained.

• Understand and comply with all Quality Assurance policies, immediately reporting any potential food safety issues to management.

• Complete necessary paperwork to ensure all documentation requirements are met.

• Assist in executing pest control program and monitoring facility.

• Complete non-routine cleaning/sanitation tasks as assigned.

• Assist in the training/mentoring of newly hired janitorial team members.

• Assist in snow removal and management during winter months.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to chemical safety protocols and site PPE requirements.

• Follow site Lock Out Tag out procedures where necessary. 

• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.

• Ensure allergens are properly handled to prevent cross contact.

• Maintain requirements for Identity Preserved Foods, such as Kosher, Halal, and Organic.

• Adhere to site Food Defense procedures.

• Adhere to site Food Safety and Quality policies and procedures.

• Safety Protocol

• Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.

• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.

• Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

The individual who will own this role:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No experience required; in-housing training provided.
• Janitorial experience preferred.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with colleagues.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, quality and cleanliness in work.
• Dedication to meet the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind.
• Decisions administered soundly and consistently with policies and in compliance with appropriate laws and regulations. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, adapt to a changing environment quickly, and think independently.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, decimals).
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Follow written, verbal and/or diagrammatic instructions; solve practical problems; interpret verbal and written instructions; logical thinking to solve problems including abstract and concrete variables; address practical problems, and comprehend most complex concepts. 
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

A role for those who know that the best results are built through teamwork.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. 

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.