Production & Quality Associate

Fire-Dex, Inc. • West Allis, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Gear Wash, a family-owned Independent Service Provider of personal protective equipment (PPE) care and maintenance, is seeking a self-motivated Production & Quality Associate. The role provides production intake and output, warehouse support, and quality support for firefighter PPE. Work includes receiving and logging orders, processing, inspecting and testing garments, and packaging orders for shipping. The position requires computer, troubleshooting, physical, and detail-oriented skills, as well as learning and following company procedures and quality standards.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at 657 South 72nd Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53214. The role includes handling garments and may occasionally require lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new software.
• Significant troubleshooting skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong math skills.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Solution-focused mindset.
• Self-motivation and desire to work hard to meet goals.
• Ability to work carefully and follow safety standards.
• Ability to read and execute instructions and procedures with varying details.
• Ability to work positively in teams while maintaining self-accountability.
• Ability to stay organized and track multiple sources of information and data.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with applicable standards.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a warehouse or receiving department, handling warranties, repairs, or refurbishments.

Responsibilities

• Intake, tag, sort, and process incoming garment orders.
• Operate laundry machines.
• Accurately enter garment data in the internal tracking system.
• Learn and follow company procedures, including laundry, garment inspection and testing, general operations, and cleaning and preparation work procedures.
• Complete work according to company quality standards while meeting efficiency standards.
• Build working knowledge of and familiarity with equipment used for cleaning PPE.
• Adapt to learning new skills and follow company procedures.
• Support warehouse operations as needed, including receiving shipments, organizing inventory, and maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Weekly direct deposit pay.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and family.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Paid time off starting after 90 days.
• Paid parental leave.
• Life insurance and short-term disability.
• Referral program.
• Employee assistance program for the entire household.
• Steady full-time hours and a set, consistent schedule.
• Profit-sharing bonuses based on company success.
• Local entertainment and event discounts.
• Celebrations, contests, theme days, and parties.
• Birthday gift.
• Once trained, employees may listen to personal devices while working.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED