Job Title: Housekeeping Technician
Interview Process: 1 in person interview
The Housekeeping Technician plays a critical role in maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant production environment within a 24/7 manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for planning, scheduling, and executing routine and specialized cleaning activities that support operational efficiency, product quality, and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast paced industrial setting.
Key Responsibilities
Cleaning Planning & Scheduling
Collaborate with departments to develop and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules for production areas, equipment, and support spaces.
Coordinate cleaning activities around production demands to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operations.
Manage schedules as needed based on production changes, maintenance needs, or audit findings.
Execution of Cleaning Activities
Perform routine and deep cleaning tasks in production areas, including floors, walls, and high touch zones.
Follow established sanitation procedures, including proper chemical handling, dilution, and application.
Operate cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers, vacuums, pressure washers, and other industrial tools.
Ensure all cleaning tasks meet internal standards, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP, OSHA, ISO).
Inspect all containments erected in production areas and report deficiencies to maintenance leadership.
Documentation & Compliance
Complete cleaning logs, checklists, and digital records accurately and on time.
Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and demonstrating compliance with housekeeping standards.
Report any deviations, safety hazards, or equipment issues promptly.
Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with production, maintenance, and quality teams to coordinate cleaning activities.
Work closely with the contracted housekeeping provider and work cross functionally as needed to address facilities cleaning activities for emergency cleaning or special events.
Communicate schedule changes, task completion, and issues to supervisors and team members.
Safety & Continuous Improvement
Follow all safety protocols, including PPE use, chemical safety, and lockout/tagout when required.
Identify opportunities to improve cleaning processes, tools, and efficiency.
Support training of new team members on cleaning procedures and safety practices.
Qualifications
Previous experience in industrial housekeeping, sanitation, or manufacturing environments preferred.
Experience maintaining clean room environments.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Comfortable working in a 24/7 facility with rotating or fixed shifts as assigned.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
Basic computer skills for logging activities and accessing schedules.
Work Environment
Fast paced manufacturing setting with exposure to machinery, noise, chemicals, and varying temperatures.
Requires adherence to strict safety and cleanliness standards.
May involve working nights, weekends, or holidays depending on shift assignment.
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
