What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cleaner position at Legacy Bakehouse?
Cleaner (3rd shift)
Location: Waukesha, WI and Cudahy, WI
About Us
At Legacy Bakehouse, we are more than a food manufacturer — we are a team committed to quality, safety, and innovation. We take pride in creating a workplace where employees feel valued and supported. We are a family-oriented company with opportunities for growth and development.
The Role
As a Production Cleaner, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient food production environment. You’ll clean and inspect production equipment, follow food safety standards, and make sure everything is ready for the next shift.
What You’ll Do
Clean conveyors, feeders, shaker tables, and seasoners following the cleaning matrix.
Perform forklift inspections at the start of shift.
Verify equipment cleanliness through swab testing and QA inspections.
Record cleaning data and logs accurately.
Help maintain equipment by performing basic inspections and reporting repair needs.
Maintain the compactor and recycling area.
Weigh and record waste at the end of shift.
Follow GMPs, food safety, and personnel safety rules.
Report any unsafe or food safety issues immediately.
Support additional sanitation or production tasks as assigned.
What We’re Looking for
Reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to food safety.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for 8 hours.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, percentages).
Comfortable working in warm environments.
Experience in sanitation or food manufacturing is helpful but not required — we’ll train the right person.
Why Work for Us:
Competitive hourly pay
Benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401K, company-paid life & disability)
Training & growth opportunities
Team-oriented, supportive culture
Be part of a company that values cleanliness, safety, and quality
How to Apply
Join Legacy Bakehouse as a Production Cleaner and play an essential role in food safety and production success.
Apply today at: legacybakehouse.com/careers/
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, military service, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.