Production Washroom Operator

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

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Washroom Operator works as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility and is responsible for safely, efficiently, and accurately handling merchandise moving into and out of the laundry facility. The role involves inspecting and operating laundry equipment, loading and unloading washers and dryers, recording batch information, and ensuring products are processed and handled appropriately.

The operator maintains a safe and clean work environment, follows production best practices, and checks product, sling, cart, and tub conditions throughout the process. 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. A high school degree or equivalent is preferred.

Requirements

• Ability to understand required training and written and verbal instructions.
• Working knowledge of basic math skills.
• 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 pounds.
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, or pull product weighing up to 50 pounds.
• 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 the equipment safety form, and notify a supervisor and refrain from operating equipment that fails inspection.
• Retrieve and position slings for washer loading; obtain extracted slings for dryer loading; verify batch tickets and stage similar batches together.
• Position washers and dryers for loading, load merchandise, select the appropriate formula, start machines, and record batch ticket information on the relevant forms.
• Enter washer batch weights from tickets into SOFTROL; re-tie dryer slings and transport them to the hoist staging area.
• Unload washers and dryers using the designated carts, slings, and tubs; handle batch tickets and place processed merchandise in the appropriate areas.
• Check that merchandise has appropriate moisture retention and temperature, carts and tubs are not overloaded, slings are free of excessive water, and items are properly cooled.
• Identify slings with rips or tears and remove them from the system.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment and observe best practices in production activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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