MACHINE CLEANER
Role Summary • Hands-on role cleaning and maintaining food production machines
• You will take apart equipment, clean and sanitize it, then reassemble it correctly
• Work happens in a food manufacturing environment with strict hygiene rules (GMP)
• Physically active role requiring lifting, standing, and working with tools
• Ideal for candidates with basic mechanical skills + production experience
🔹 Key Responsibilities • Disassemble and reassemble production equipment (pumps, conveyors, belts, etc.)
• Deep clean and sanitize machines to prevent contamination
• Follow strict food safety standards (GMP)
• Use hand tools and power tools safely
• Support maintenance and production teams as needed
• Perform general labor tasks (lifting, line work, moving materials)
• Operate material handling equipment if required
• Communicate with team to coordinate cleaning schedules
• Adapt to changing priorities and cleaning procedures
🔹 Must-Have Skills (Non-Negotiable) • Basic mechanical aptitude (must pass internal test)
• Experience using hand tools / power tools
• Ability to:
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment
• Lift up to 75 lbs (regularly 25 lbs)
• Stand/walk for long hours
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and safety rules
• English proficiency (read/write/speak)
• Comfortable working in:
• Dirty environment
• Food production setting
• Understanding or willingness to follow GMP (food safety standards)
🔹 Nice-to-Have Skills • Experience in:
• Food manufacturing
• Production / general labor / line work
• Familiarity with conveyors, pumps, or industrial machines
• Experience with forklifts or material handling equipment
• Handling allergen environments (nuts, dairy, etc.)
🔹 Experience Level Guidance • 6 months – 3 years in:
• Manufacturing / production / warehouse / sanitation roles
• Entry-level candidates with strong mechanical aptitude can be considered
🔹 Success Indicators (6–12 Months) • Can independently disassemble and reassemble machines correctly
• Maintains high cleanliness and sanitation standards consistently
• Follows GMP without errors or violations
• Works efficiently across shifts without supervision
• Zero or minimal safety incidents
Backgrounds:
• Food manufacturing
• Industrial cleaning / sanitation
• Machine operators / technicians
• Warehouse associates with mechanical exposure
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Reading, PA.
Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $18.00/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)
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Reading,PA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 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.
$16-$18 per hour Employment Type: CONTRACTOR