This role is STARs-friendly: Skilled Through Alternative Routes.
59% STARs in role.
Job Description
This role supports a refrigerated food production facility that produces hummus and salsa by ensuring all washroom equipment, tools, and containers are thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and ready for safe use. The washroom attendant follows strict sanitation procedures, works comfortably in cold and wet conditions, and wears full personal protective equipment while handling equipment and materials used in food processing.
Responsibilities
- Inspect equipment as it moves through the wash, rinse, and sanitize process to ensure it meets cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Drain and refill all sinks every two hours and as needed to maintain proper sanitation.
- Maintain a sanitation bucket with appropriate cleaning solution available at all times.
- Properly dip hands in designated sanitation solutions as required during cleaning and handling tasks.
- Remove stickers from v-mag lids and discard them appropriately before washing.
- Direct overspray toward the designated dirty side of the room and away from clean equipment to prevent contamination.
- Wash pallets using a disposable scouring pad and discard the pad at the end of the shift.
- Clean v-mags using a food-grade white scrub brush to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
- Dip hands before transporting clean v-mags to the clean area to maintain sanitary handling practices.
- Clean wheels of v-mags with an approved brush to prevent contamination from floor contact.
- Clean all bins daily and ensure they are properly sanitized and stored.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe washroom and production support environment throughout the shift.
- Operate spray washers and related washing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Support machine operators by ensuring filler machines and related components are cleaned and ready for use.
- Perform basic mechanical and machine operating tasks as needed, including supporting weight checks and equipment handling.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and personal protective equipment requirements at all times.
- Experience washing down large items such as dishware, bins, or similar large products.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift.
- Comfort working in a wet environment and handling water-based cleaning processes.
- Comfort working in cold, refrigerated food production areas.
- Strong attention to detail when inspecting equipment and verifying cleanliness.
- Ability to follow detailed sanitation procedures and safety guidelines.
- Willingness to wear full personal protective equipment, including lab coat, hair net, beard net as needed, and rubber gloves.
- Reliability in attendance and ability to maintain consistent transportation to work.
- Background in food and beverage production is beneficial.
- Experience in industrial or automotive environments is helpful.
- Familiarity with industrial equipment such as filling machines and mixers.
- Exposure to equipment that runs on pneumatics and hydraulics, including valves and hoses.
- Comfort working on different shifts, including early mornings, afternoons, and overnights.
- Ability to work mandatory Saturdays and occasional Sundays as required.
Employees receive access to comprehensive benefits starting on the first day of the month following their hire date, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. The organization offers short-term and long-term disability options, as well as HSA and FSA plans to support healthcare and financial planning. Team members become eligible for paid time off, including one week of PTO during the first year, supporting work-life balance and time away from work. The environment emphasizes safety, structure, and clear procedures, providing stability and predictable scheduling.
Work Environment
This position is based in a food and beverage production facility where hummus and salsa are manufactured in a refrigerated environment, so many work areas are cold. The washroom and production support areas are wet, with frequent use of water, cleaning solutions, and spray washers. Team members fully suit up in appropriate personal protective equipment, including lab coat, hair net, beard net as applicable, and rubber gloves while working in food areas. The role involves standing, lifting, and handling equipment throughout the shift. Shifts typically run 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and 10:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, with mandatory Saturdays and potential work on Sundays depending on production needs.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ferndale, MI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.50/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 Ferndale,MI.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 17, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Posting ID: JP-006155002