Counter Sorter

About the Role

The Counter‑Sorter handles, counts, sorts, and records incoming soiled textiles from customers. The role includes identifying damaged or abused textiles, preparing and transferring textiles to other departments, and reporting to the Production Manager. This position is classified as non‑exempt.

Responsibilities

• Open bags of soiled textiles and sort them by type, size, and color.
• Count textiles manually or electronically and transfer them into sorting systems.
• Identify damaged or abused textiles and record them in the sorting systems.
• Comply with efficiency and safety standards for the position.
• Follow policy and procedures related to wearing assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Function effectively in a team environment.
• Support production flow and be flexible to perform different tasks based on daily operational needs.

Requirements

• Ability to perform physical tasks throughout the shift, including standing and walking for extended periods.
• Reach overhead, push and pull carts or bins, grasp and handle textiles, lift up to 50 pounds, and stoop or bend.
• Meet physical demands for the entire shift.
• Work in production areas of an industrial laundry facility with exposure to temperature variations, humidity, odors, lint, and dust.

Work Environment

• Industrial laundry facility handling soiled textiles from restaurants, hotels, medical facilities, and shops.
• Potential exposure to temperature changes, humidity, odors, lint, and dust.
• Team‑oriented setting requiring adherence to safety and PPE policies.

Benefits

• 401 K plan with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and FSA/HSA options
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Benefits may vary for positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement; see alsco.com/benefits for details.

About Us

Alsco Uniforms has been committed to customers since 1889, pioneering the uniform and linen rental industry and growing into a global leader serving over 350,000 customers across 13 countries. We provide exceptional service and create solutions that strengthen our customers’ operations. Our diverse workforce drives performance, innovation, and exceptional service, offering competitive compensation, benefits, and ongoing growth opportunities.