Custodial Associate Part Time T-S

Job Description

Employee Type: Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Work Location: Putnam, CT, 45 Ridge Road

EEO/WC Code: Laborers and Helpers/4459

Foster Corporation

Job Title: Custodial Associate (CUST)

Department: Maintenance

Reports To: Facilities Engineer

Primary Function: To operate in a team environment in the manufacturing of specialty plastic compounds while consistently being efficient, clean, safe, and maintaining our high-quality standard.

• Regularly carry out cleaning duties, such as dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
• Sanitize and disinfect surfaces in restrooms, common areas, and high-touch points.
• Empty trash and recycling bins.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors.
• Clean and stock restrooms with soap, paper towels, and toilet paper.
• Coordinate with the maintenance department for repairs.
• Safely operate and maintain cleaning equipment, such as floor buffers and power washers.
• Conduct routine security checks to ensure you lock all doors and windows after cleaning.
• Monitor and manage cleaning supplies and request replenishment as needed.
• Adhere to safety protocols, including the proper use of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Respond promptly to spills or accidents to ensure employee and guest safety.
• May operate industrial cleaning equipment such as floor buffers or other equipment.
• Help maintain the outside areas of all Foster facilities as directed.
• Help with the winter maintenance of snow removal, sanding and salting.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

• Ability to read and interpret documents including safety rules, operational instructions, procedure manuals, and SDS sheets.
• Ability to handle physical requirements, such as lifting, bending, standing for extended periods, operating cleaning equipment, and other repetitive motions.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure thorough building cleaning and maintenance.

Education and/or

Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent or 1-3 months related experience or training or an equivalent combination of education/training/experience.

Mathematical

Skills:

Basic math skills.

• Ability to speak, read, and write English.

Computer

Skills:

Basic computer skills required.

• Must have good reasoning ability; ability to apply common sense to carry instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.

Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations: None.

• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment.

• Regular exposure to cleaning chemicals and solvents.
• Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• Normal exposure to moderate noise levels.

Travel Expectations: None.

Telework

Conditions:

None.

Pathogen Exposure Risk: Low.