- disassembling and cleaning, sanitizing and reassembling all detachable production equipment
- applying various chemicals on different equipment, as well as in environmental locations
- organizing and cleaning of kitchen, trash dock, and storage areas
- transporting of racks, tubs, cardboard, and equipment to specific areas which will include the use of a forklift and or pallet jack
- maintaining the cleanliness of walls, vents, doors, drains, and garbage cans
- working with multiple departments such as RTS, Frozen, and Dry Mix to meet their sanitation needs
- organizing air and water hoses
- rinsing out all empty drums
- helping maintain chemical storage area
- operating and maintaining floor scrubber
- helping with housekeeping duties where needed and
- other duties as assigned.
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Required Qualifications
- must be at least 18 years old
- must be able to push or pull heavy equipment
- must be able to obtain a forklift license and operate a forklift
- must demonstrate excellent work habits in line with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
- must demonstrate safe working habits
- must be able to lift in excess of 30 pounds frequently
- must possess general knowledge of machine operation
- must be able to use creative thinking for troubleshooting
- must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
- must have good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team player)
- must be able to work any shift, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours
- must have excellent attendance and punctuality
- must be able to assist other team members in other areas
- must be able to perform steady and productive work for an extended period of time
- must be able to work efficiently with little or no supervision
- must be able to follow detailed written and verbal instructions
- must be able to communicate effectively
- must show enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work and
- a commitment to Publix and our mission.
Benefits Information
- Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
- An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Group health, dental and vision plans
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
- Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)
Potential Annual Base Pay
33,280 - 45,968
Other Compensation Information
Weekend Differential: A $2.00 per hour weekend differential is paid to associates for hours worked between 12:00 a.m. Saturday through 11:59 p.m. Sunday.
Year End Bonus
To reward associates for their contributions to the company for the calendar year, Publix provides a Holiday Bonus in November. In the first year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to 15 hours of pay, and in the second year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to one week's pay if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check. In subsequent years, the bonus is equal to two weeks' pay.
Additional Information
Your application may have additional steps that you will need to complete in order to remain eligible for consideration. Please be sure to monitor your email, including your spam folder, on a daily basis for critical, time-sensitive emails that could require action within 24-48 hours.
Please do not use your Publix email address when applying. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email.