Production Washroom Operator

Vestis Uniforms and Workplace Supplies | Canadian Linen & Uniform Service | Québec Linge Service D’Uniformes•Tyler, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility. The role is responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate handling of merchandise into and/or out of the laundry facility. The operator checks equipment safety devices and completes required safety forms, processes loads through washers and dryers, records batch information, verifies item moisture and temperature, and keeps the work area safe and clean. Work is performed in a warehouse setting with exposure to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold, dust, and noise. The work follows a shift schedule that may include weekends, and overtime is required as needed.

Requirements

Ability to understand required training and written and verbal instructions.
Working knowledge of basic math.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to meet the attendance schedule.
Ability to move or maneuver slings or carriers weighing up to 220 lbs.
Ability to move, lift, carry, push, or pull product weighing up to 50 lbs.
Ability to bend, reach, pull, and press at shoulder level and below the waist.
Ability to use hands for grasping and other manipulations.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods.

Nice To Haves

High school degree or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Check machine safety devices before operating equipment, complete and sign the appropriate safety form, and notify a supervisor if equipment fails inspection; do not operate a unit that fails.
Retrieve and position slings for washer loading, or obtain extracted slings for dryer loading; verify batch tickets to prevent mixing lots and batches and stage similar batches together.
Position washer or dryer for loading, load items, close doors, select the appropriate formula, and start the machine.
Record batch ticket information on the washer/dryer form displayed by the machine.
For washer loads, enter the batch-ticket weight into SOFTROL; for dryer loads, re-tie the sling and transport it to the hoist staging area.
Unload washers into lined carts, place batch tickets on the items, move carts to the sling raise area, and return the washer to its loading position.
Unload dryers, check item moisture and re-dry when necessary, transfer items to the appropriate tub, place batch tickets on the items, store them in the appropriate area, and leave the dryer tilted to support loading.
Verify moisture retention, cart and tub capacity, product temperature, sling water levels, and that items are properly cooled.
Identify slings with rips or tears and remove them from the system.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment and follow best practices in production activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.