Linen Distribution Supervisor
Core Linen Services•Birmingham, AL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Linen Distribution Supervisor is responsible for supporting the daily linen distribution operations within a healthcare facility to ensure an adequate supply of clean, safe, and high-quality linens for patient care and support departments. This position supports the Linen Manager by overseeing inventory management, staff supervision, customer service, operational performance, and regulatory compliance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- 1-2 years of supervisory or management experience preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with inventory management, staff scheduling, and performance management.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
- Knowledge of healthcare, safety, and regulatory standards preferred.
Nice To Haves
- associate’s degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Support the coaching and development of the linen distribution staff to ensure a high-performing and customer-focused team.
- Monitor inventory levels, utilization, linen loss, and fill rates to ensure efficient service and cost control.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with company, OSHA, infection prevention, and healthcare standards.
- Conduct quality inspections and address service, quality, or inventory concerns promptly.
- Build strong relationships with hospital leadership and department stakeholders to ensure linen needs are consistently met.
- Track and maintain departmental records including productivity, attendance, inventory, and operational metrics.
- Recruit, train, coach, and evaluate employees while promoting accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service levels, and operational performance.
- Provide hands-on operational support during staffing shortages, increased census, or other business needs.
Benefits
- opportunities for professional growth
- leadership development
- the chance to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced healthcare environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
