Plant Laborer

CompanyOmya
LocationWathena
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Seniority-
Workplace-
Posted2026-08-26
Viaworkday

Description

Sanitation Technician

Wathena, KS | Full-Time | M-F 7 am – 3:30 pm | Overtime/Weekends as Needed

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Keep Operations Running Safely. Join a Stable Team. Build Practical Facilities Skills.

Are you an experienced Industrial site laborer? That can p erform manual and operational tasks to keep manufacturing, industrial, or processing facilities running safely and efficiently.

Salary Range: Starting Pay: $20.00–$22.00/hour

This range reflects the base salary for this role. Final compensation will depend on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Why Candidates Choose Omy a

  • Global company with operations in more than 50 countries
  • 140+ years of industry leadership
  • Internal advancement opportunities
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company match
  • Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • Overtime opportunities
  • Safety-first environment
  • Company values driven organization

Why This Opportunity Stands Ou t

  • Opportunity to build experience in facilities, sanitation, and basic maintenance
  • Safety-first workplace with clear procedures and support from site leadership
  • Consistent work expectations with practical, visible impact on daily operations
  • Career Advancement Opportunities

What You’ll D o

  • Support basic upkeep; including sweeping, dusting, and shoveling of material run off
  • Perform and document routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance activities
  • Identify and report pest concerns, leaks, broken equipment, safety hazards, or other facility issues to a supervisor or manager
  • Collect, sort, and dispose of garbage, waste, and recycling in accordance with site waste removal and recycling procedures
  • Stock, organize, and maintain supply rooms to ensure supplies are available
  • Complete minor facility maintenance tasks, such as changing light bulbs
  • Support operations as needed in other departments

Required Qualification s

  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
  • Ability to safely operate equipment and follow written and verbal instructions
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to keeping work areas clean, organized, and safe
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently after training
  • Patient, flexible, and willing to support changing facility priorities
  • Ability to recognize and report health, safety, pest, maintenance, or equipment concerns promptly

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience as a laborer
  • Experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial facility environment
  • Basic maintenance experience, including minor repairs, general upkeep, or supply room organization
  • Preferred experience with forklift, dingo, or bobcat

Work Environment

This is a highly active, hands-on position in a manufacturing environment. Candidates must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation:

  • Extended periods of shoveling, sweeping, walking, and standing
  • Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs, and manual cleaning activities
  • Repetitive physical tasks performed throughout the workday
  • Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
  • Operating cleaning and sanitation equipment safely
  • Working indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures, including heat and cold
  • Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and following all safety procedures

Why This Opportunity Stands Ou t

This role offers dependable work, practical facilities experience, and a direct opportunity to support employee safety, site cleanliness, and operational excellence every day.

Apply Today !

We encourage experienced Industrial Facility Cleaners, Sanitation Technicians, Groundskeepers, Maintenance Assistants, and candidates with strong reliability and attention to detail to apply.