Laundry Operator

Western & Southern Financial Group•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Performs a variety of duties to meet Home Office laundry requirements including washing, drying, ironing and repairing. Works with some supervision and is responsible for making a minimal range of decisions, escalating to manager when necessary and updating manager on a regular basis.

Requirements

High School Diploma Or GED - Required
Previous laundry experience - Required
Demonstrated experience working independently.
Experience must include identifying and resolving problems where independent decision-making and initiative were demonstrated - Required
Demonstrated knowledge of detergents and cleaning agents and their use.
Demonstrated commercial mechanical ability sufficient to operate laundry equipment.
Demonstrated ability in sewing and garment repair.
Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of staff and management.
Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions
Working knowledge of basic computer with the ability to retrieve emails, send emails and access the intranet homepage
Demonstrated ability to stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, balance, climb and lift on a regular basis.
Lifting includes raising objects from a lower to higher position or to move objects horizontally from position-to-position.
Frequently lifting objects up to 50 pounds unassisted and over 50 pounds assisted.
Requires the ability to verbally communicate and exchange accurate information to customers and associates on a regular basis.
Requires visual acuity to read and interpret a variety of correspondence, procedures, reports and forms via paper and electronic documents, visual inspection involving small defects; small parts, and/or operation of machinery (including inspection); using measurement devices continuously.
Visual acuity is required to determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.
Requires the ability to prepare written correspondence, reports and forms using prescribed formats.
Requires the ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Must be able to work from 32-foot extension ladder, scaffolding, man-lift up to 120 feet and use in a safe and approved manner.
Must be able to safely use manual tools and power equipment common in the construction trades.
Must be able to handle hazardous materials safely and tolerate exposure to electrical hazards as well as environmental hazards such as molds and various solvents.
This position works in both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions.
Extended hours required during peak workloads or special projects/events.

Responsibilities

Sews and repairs uniforms, and sews name patches and emblems on uniforms.
Keeps machinery and area clean.
Presses laundered items.
Folds hand towels, dishtowels and aprons.
Operates all laundry machinery, which includes commercial washers, dryers and presses.
Informs supervisor of equipment problems and other issues.
Assists Housekeeper with light cleaning duties as needed.
Observes and adheres to all safety regulations and practices.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.