Industrial Equipment Operator

Trinity Health•Mason City, IA

25d

About The Position

The Industrial Equipment Operator sorts soiled linen and operates industrial washing equipment to clean linens for patient and clinician use in the hospital and for contract accounts. The role maintains quality, production, sanitation, and safety standards in Textile Service operations. It reports to the Textile Operations Coordinator and has no supervisory responsibilities. The position works with department leadership, the Textile Service Engineer, Textile Sorters, Textile Lead Workers, the Secretary, and Textile Services Associates, serving internal and external Textile Services customers and contract accounts. The operator uses approved wash formulas, keeps linen flowing through washing and clean-production areas, records production data and weights, reports equipment repairs, and cleans equipment and the work area. The role also supports general facility cleaning, removes stains and melted tape from linens by hand, and fills in for the Textile Service Custodian as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, within a 5:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. range, with occasional Saturdays, especially during the holiday season.

Requirements

High school diploma or certificate required.
No prior experience required.
Understand the importance of personal productivity in meeting work standards.
Be dependable and reliable, and be able to work flexible hours.
Be able to plan and organize work duties and remain alert to safety hazards.
Be able to work with a team to accomplish goals.
Be able to handle grossly soiled linen, including body fluids and unfavorable odors.
Have mechanical aptitude to recognize equipment problems.

Responsibilities

Operate washer/extractors using formulas approved by the Textile Operations Coordinator.
Operate the tunnel washing machine and computer, and the monorail system.
Maintain an even flow of sorted linen items to washing and/or clean production areas.
Maintain accurate production and productivity records, including weights.
Report needed repairs to the Textile Service Engineer.
Perform routine cleaning of laundry equipment and keep the work area clean and organized.
Use equipment to maximize productivity while following operating instructions.
Work cooperatively with the team to provide daily textile services to direct and indirect customers.
Keep the Operations Coordinator or Lead Worker informed about pertinent job information and completion of assigned work.
Meet productivity and work standards and demonstrate competency in job skills and knowledge.
Identify and provide input on operational improvements and problem solving while respecting coworkers.
Follow medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures, and proactively identify and address workplace safety concerns.
Act professionally in keeping with Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa’s and the Sisters of Mercy’s mission, philosophy, and values.
Communicate and perform duties in accordance with Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa Guiding Behaviors.
Perform other responsibilities as requested by the Textile Operations Coordinator.
Assist with general cleaning and facility activities.
Remove stains and melted tape from linen items by hand.
Fill in for the Textile Service Custodian as needed.