Machine Cleaner - All Shifts - Reading, PA

Job Description MACHINE CLEANER

• 1st Shift: Mon-Fri, 7am-3:30pm, $18.50
• 2nd Shift: Mon-Fri, 3pm-11:30pm, $19
• 3rd Shift: Mon-Fri, 11pm-7:30am, $19

• Hands-on role cleaning and maintaining food production machines
• You will take apart equipment, clean and sanitize it, then reassemble it correctly
• Work happens in a food manufacturing environment with strict hygiene rules (GMP)
• Physically active role requiring lifting, standing, and working with tools
• Ideal for candidates with basic mechanical skills + production experience

• Disassemble and reassemble production equipment (pumps, conveyors, belts, etc.)
• Deep clean and sanitize machines to prevent contamination
• Follow strict food safety standards (GMP)
• Use hand tools and power tools safely
• Support maintenance and production teams as needed
• Perform general labor tasks (lifting, line work, moving materials)
• Operate material handling equipment if required
• Communicate with team to coordinate cleaning schedules
• Adapt to changing priorities and cleaning procedures

• Basic mechanical aptitude (must pass internal test)
• Experience using hand tools / power tools
• Ability to:
  • Disassemble and reassemble equipment
  • Lift up to 75 lbs (regularly ~25 lbs)
  • Stand/walk for long hours
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and safety rules
• English proficiency (read/write/speak)
• Comfortable working in:
  • Dirty environment
  • Food production setting
• Understanding or willingness to follow GMP (food safety standards)

• Experience in:
  • Food manufacturing
  • Production / general labor / line work
• Familiarity with conveyors, pumps, or industrial machines
• Experience with forklifts or material handling equipment
• Handling allergen environments (nuts, dairy, etc.)

• 6 months – 3 years in:
  • Manufacturing / production / warehouse / sanitation roles
• Entry-level candidates with strong mechanical aptitude can be considered

• Can independently disassemble and reassemble machines correctly
• Maintains high cleanliness and sanitation standards consistently
• Follows GMP without errors or violations
• Works efficiently across shifts without supervision
• Zero or minimal safety incidents

• Food manufacturing
• Industrial cleaning / sanitation
• Machine operators / technicians
• Warehouse associates with mechanical exposure

This is a Contract position based out of Reading, PA.

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $18.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Reading,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 11, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex,