Production Associate - Apparel Grader

Cintas is seeking a Production Associate to support the Rental Division as an Apparel Grader.

About the role

The Apparel Grader is responsible for accurately examining used customer garments/apparel and rating their long-term usefulness in accordance with policies and standards. Production Associates are expected to maintain the cleanliness of their work area and to meet or exceed standards for quantity and quality of work.

Responsibilities

• Accurately grade used customer garments/apparel for long-term usefulness
• Maintain cleanliness of work area
• Meet or exceed standards for quantity and quality of work
• Adhere to attendance policy
• Work in a safe proximity to others for extended periods
• Work in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment with time pressures
• Use a computer program to accomplish work tasks

Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the US
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Requires standing for most of the shift
• Requires repetitive motions, stretching, bending, turning, or reaching

Qualities and Skills

• Attention to Detail: Thorough and careful about detail when completing work tasks or correcting flaws
• Work Ethic/Effort: Displays high level of effort and commitment; hard working and dependable; prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines
• Interpersonal Skills: Pleasant, cooperative, respectful, and courteous towards others
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Works with others to achieve goals; supports team decisions
• Safety Orientation: Committed to complying with safety rules and guidelines
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Open to change and variety; able to switch between tasks or priorities quickly
• Integrity/Honesty: Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner; trustworthy

Selection Process

The full selection process may include:

• Application and resume review
• Interviews
• Job tryout (realistic job preview with compensation for time)

Only applicants identified as most qualified will progress to the next step. Conditional job offers require completion of a background check and drug screen. Having a criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with premiums below the national average
• Four medical plan options, including one at zero cost
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance (100% company paid)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Skills development, training, and career advancement opportunities

Schedule

• Full time
• 1st shift

Cintas Corporation helps businesses provide clean, safe, and professional environments with products and services including uniforms, mats, restroom supplies, first aid and safety products, fire protection, and training. Headquartered in Cincinnati, OH, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company.