Production Washroom Operator

About the role

Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility. Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate handling of merchandise into and/or out of the laundry facility.

Responsibilities

• Checks all machine safety devices before operating equipment and records and signs the appropriate equipment safety form.
• If machine does not pass safety inspection, operator will not operate unit, and notifies supervisor.
• Loads washer: retrieves sling from storage, maneuvers sling to the washer’s rails, verifies each batch ticket, stages similar batches together, positions washer/dryer in proper loading position, removes batch ticket, loads the washer/dryer, selects appropriate washer/dryer formula, and starts the machine.
• Writes ticket information on the washer/dryer form visually displayed by the machine.
• Enters weight off of the batch ticket into SOFTROL for washer, re-ties sling and transports to hoist staging area for dryer.
• Unloads washer: opens washer door, tilts washer forward, moves lined cart with clean sling, removes items from the washer into the cart, places batch tickets on top of items, moves cart to sling raise area, tilts washer back into load position.
• Unloads dryer: opens the front door, ensures items are at the proper moisture levels, re-dries if necessary, raises the front-end of the dryer, moves to the rear of the machine, opens the rear door, places the appropriate tub at the dryer opening, removes items from dryer, places batch ticket on top of items, stores in appropriate area, closes rear door, and leaves dryer in tilted position to aid in loading process.
• Verifies proper moisture retention of items, carts/tubs are not overloaded, load items are at proper temperature, all extracted slings are free of excessive water, and all items are properly cooled down.
• Identifies any slings with rips or tears and removes them from the system.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities.

Requirements

• 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 attendance schedule.

Skills

• Ability to understand all required training, written, and verbal instructions.

Knowledge

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule.

Safety Requirements

• Regular exposure to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions as well as dust and noise.
• Based on a shift schedule, may include weekends.
• Overtime required as needed.

Physical Requirements

• 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 waist area.
• Ability to use hands for grasping and other manipulations.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.

Education

A high school degree or equivalent is preferred.

Location

Savannah, GA

Vestis Commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment

Vestis is an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, relation, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities