Bag Handler

Alsco•Lubbock, TX

15h

About The Position

The Bag Handler loads bags of soiled linen onto rail and conveyor systems so sort/count workstations have materials to process. The role also assists sort/count workstations as needed and transfers soiled-linen slings and carts to the washroom or clean-linen slings and carts to the Flatwork area. Other tasks may include cleaning empty carts and bins, keeping the work area clean, and working in other production positions as needed. The position requires meeting efficiency and safety standards and following supervisory instructions. The work takes place in production areas of a typical industrial laundry facility, with variations in temperature, odors, humidity, lint, and dust. Soiled linens come from a variety of customers, including restaurants, hotels, medical facilities, and shops. The position requires standing, walking, overhead reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, seeing, hearing, stooping, and constantly lifting up to 100 pounds. Employees must be able to meet the physical demands for the entire shift. Travel is not required. Education is not required. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug screening.

Requirements

Recognize colors and sizes and count accurately.
Recognize colors, sizes, and different products.
Comprehend and follow directions.
Meet the physical requirements of the job, including the ability to meet the physical demands for the entire shift.
Successfully complete drug screening as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Lift and load bags of soiled linen onto rail and conveyor systems.
Transfer slings, bags, and carts to other departments, including soiled-linen transfers to the washroom and clean-linen transfers to the Flatwork area.
Assist sort/count workstations as needed.
Meet efficiency and safety standards for the position.
Follow instructions as directed by supervision.
Clean carts and bins as needed.
Keep the work area clean.
Work in other production positions as needed.