Custodian Lead

Job Title: Lead Custodian
Location: BMW Plant — Spartanburg, SC
Pay Rate: $20/hour
Schedule: 6:00 AM — 2:30 PM
Work Days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Off Days: Wednesday & Saturday

Position Summary: The Lead Custodian oversees janitorial operations within the BMW Spartanburg Body Shop. This role supervises a team of 7 custodians, ensures cleanliness and safety standards are met, and serves as the primary liaison between the customer and site management. Required BMW and CFM online training must be completed prior to site access and badge issuance.

• Supervise and direct daily work of janitorial staff
• Ensure cleanliness of plant areas including shop floors, warehouses, docks, offices, restrooms, break rooms, cafeteria, locker rooms, and meeting areas
• Restock supplies and remove trash
• Respond to spills and special cleaning projects
• Operate industrial cleaning equipment (sweeper scrubbers, forklifts, burden carriers, etc.)
• Perform limited outdoor duties (trash pickup, minor snow/salt near entrances)
• Conduct safety observations, site inspections, and equipment checks
• Evaluate employee performance, quality, and safety
• Act as a customer liaison and submit required reports
• Support continuous improvement initiatives

• Janitorial or custodial experience required; leadership experience preferred
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
• Dependable with excellent attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks including standing, walking, bending, and climbing
• Comfortable working in loud environments with exposure to chemicals, weather, and machinery

Less than high school education with relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

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