Cleaning Specialist - 3rd Shift; Mon-Thurs

Position Overview

Position Title:

Cleaning Specialist

Location:

Assembly, Rockford

Shift: 3rd Shift (Mon‑Thurs; 9:00pm - 7:00am)

Summary of Objective:
Dedicated and detail‑oriented Cleaning Specialist to join our team. You will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and sterilization of our production equipment tooling; ensuring functionality of our machinery and adherence to the production schedule, which is crucial for maintaining optimal production efficiency. Your work will play a vital role in supporting our commitment to quality and safety standards.

• Perform thorough cleaning and sanitization of all production equipment tooling, including the disassembly and reassembly of product contact and non‑product contact parts as specified by cleaning protocols.
• Follow established cleaning procedures for all production equipment tooling to prevent cross‑contamination and ensure compliance with hygiene standards.
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and safety regulations without deviation.
• Follow strict safety guidelines, wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Use cleaning agents and chemicals safely, following specific mixing and usage guidelines.
• Mix and prepare cleaning solutions according to safety guidelines.
• Use and dispose of cleaning chemicals and other hazardous materials safely and responsibly, in accordance with safety data sheets (SDS).
• Visually inspect cleaned tooling/equipment to ensure it is free of product debris or residue from previous production runs prior to release.
• Inspect tooling/equipment to identify potential quality issues, damage, or areas needing attention or immediate repair.
• Wrap and secure tooling/equipment to maintain a 60‑day sanitization period while being transported and stored.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning activities to support operational transparency.
• Maintain clean room sanitization through daily, weekly, monthly, and annual cleaning process routines.
• Monitor and replenish clean room inventory and coordinate inventory order requests with the lead/supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, corporate standards/PCI Quality System (PQS), site policies/procedures, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Work cross‑functionally to ensure communication within the business is up‑to‑date and utilizes all available channels.
• Maintain attention to detail and quality while completing multiple or repetitive tasks and meeting product timelines.
• Partner with the PCI Validations department to prepare, execute, and close out validation documentation for tooling and process validation.
• Partner with Quality Systems to issue and reconcile PCI functional department logbooks (Production, Maintenance, Quality).
• Perform documentation and records review of completed logbooks to ensure compliance with cGMP and customer requirements.
• Ensure all documentation aligns with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of quality assurance principles and regulatory practices.
• Use and navigate the PCI EDMS to obtain controlled documents and training related to the job role.
• Read, understand, and communicate information contained in controlled documents.
• Complete and attend required annual blood borne pathogen training.
• Clean, disinfect, and remove blood and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM) from a variety of settings.
• Participate in all required PAPR training sessions, medical evaluations, and fit testing.
• Follow all required safety protocols, including wearing a PAPR in designated areas or during specific tasks that pose a respiratory hazard.
• Prioritize tasks and work efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.
• This position may require overtime and/or weekend work.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager/Supervisor.

Required:

• Skills testing requirements met at approved grade level for the position.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Familiarity with cleaning agents and safety protocols.
• 1–2 years of experience…