Housekeeping

As a Housekeeping Specialist at Shearer’s Foods, you will maintain cleanliness in both production and non-production areas by following our Master Sanitation Schedule. This includes using industrial-grade cleaning equipment and chemicals to ensure everything meets our high hygiene standards. You'll also be responsible for cleaning office areas, locker rooms, break rooms, and outdoor spaces, all while keeping detailed sanitation logs to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices.

To be a Housekeeping Specialist at Shearer’s Foods, prior experience in industrial cleaning or janitorial services is beneficial but not mandatory. You should be comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to various elements. We also provide training for operating forklifts and scissor lifts, so a willingness to learn and a strong attention to detail are the key requirements for this role.

Housekeeping Specialists at Shearer’s Foods earn a competitive wage of $15.00 per hour. Along with this, you’ll enjoy opportunities for growth, a supportive team environment, and an excellent benefits package. Plus, as a part of our team, you can take home some of the delicious snacks we produce!

Shearer’s Foods prioritizes safety by implementing strict safety protocols for all roles, including Housekeeping Specialists. You will be trained to adhere to safety guidelines while performing your duties in various environments, ensuring that both employees and equipment remain safe. Regular training and monitoring help maintain our commitment to a safe workplace.

Housekeeping Specialists at Shearer’s Foods typically work from 7 AM to 7 PM. This shift allows for ample time to complete your cleaning tasks and contribute significantly to maintaining a clean and safe environment in our facilities. Flexibility for additional tasks may be required, especially for seasonal maintenance.

When answering this question, discuss specific roles you’ve held that involved industrial cleaning. Describe the environments you've worked in, types of equipment used, and sanitation practices followed. Highlight your understanding of hygiene standards and how they relate to food safety.

To answer this question, you might explain how you assess the urgency and importance of tasks when the workload increases. Discuss your ability to maintain focus and efficiency, perhaps by creating a list or using time management techniques, while ensuring that cleanliness standards are met.

In your response, emphasize your understanding of safety protocols such as personal protective equipment (PPE), handling cleaning chemicals properly, and ensuring secure usage of cleaning machines. Mention specific examples of how you’ve prioritized safety in previous roles.

Explain how you keep yourself engaged while performing repetitive tasks by setting small goals or taking brief moments to reflect on the importance of your role in contributing to safety and hygiene. You might also mention the satisfaction gained from seeing a visibly cleaner environment.

Share your previous experiences working in similar settings, highlighting your comfort level and ability to adhere to safety measures. Emphasize how you focus on your duties while remaining alert and aware of your surroundings.

Use this question to showcase your problem-solving skills. Be specific about a challenging cleaning situation, what steps you took to resolve it, and what the outcome was. Highlight your attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.

Explain your approach to maintaining accurate sanitation records. Discuss how you regularly check and update logs, ensuring they reflect your cleaning efforts and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices. Emphasize the importance of documentation in upholding hygiene standards.

Highlight the importance of teamwork in maintaining a clean facility. Discuss your willingness to support your colleagues, share responsibilities, and communicate effectively to ensure all areas are kept to the highest standards.

Share your values regarding cleanliness, explaining that you understand the vital role it plays in food production. Mention any intrinsic motivation you have, such as personal pride in your work or the satisfaction of knowing that cleanliness contributes to quality and safety.

Articulate your interest in Shearer’s Foods as a company, mentioning their commitment to quality, safety, and team environment. Express a genuine enthusiasm for working in a dynamic role that contributes directly to producing beloved snack products.