Production Employee Washroom Operator
Vestis Corporation, Cleveland, OH, United States
Overview
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 / Essential Functions
Checks all machine safety devices before operating equipment and records and signs the appropriate equipment safety form. If the machine does not pass safety inspection, the operator will not operate the unit and will notify the supervisor.
When loading the washer, retrieves the sling from storage and maneuvers it to the washer’s rails and in front of the washer. If loading a dryer, obtains an extracted sling from the overhead feed rail and verifies each batch ticket to avoid mixing lots and batches. Stages similar batches together for maximum product/wash utilization.
Positions washer/dryer in the proper loading position (tilted up), removes the batch ticket, loads the washer/dryer by untying the bottom cord of the sling, forces the items into the washer/dryer cylinder, closes the washer/dryer doors, lowers the washer/dryer to the horizontal position, selects the appropriate washer/dryer formula, and starts the machine.
Takes the batch ticket and writes the ticket information on the washer/dryer form visually displayed by the machine.
For the washer, enters the weight off of the batch ticket into SOFTROL. For the dryer, re-ties the sling and transports it to the hoist staging area.
Unloads washer: opens the washer door, tilts washer forward, moves the lined cart with a clean sling, removes items from the washer into the cart, places batch tickets on top of the items, moves the cart to the sling raise area, and tilts the washer back into the loading position.
Unloads dryer: opens the front door, ensures items are at the proper moisture levels (if not, re-dry), 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 the appropriate area, closes the rear door, and leaves the dryer in a tilted position to aid in loading.
Verifies proper moisture retention of items; carts/tubs are not overloaded; items are at the 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 a safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to understand all required training, 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 attendance schedule.
Working Environment / Safety Requirements
Work is performed in a warehouse setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions, as well as dust and noise.
Work is based on a shift schedule and may include weekends.
Overtime is required as needed.
Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Requires the ability to move or maneuver slings or carriers weighing up to 220 lbs.
Requires the ability to move, lift, carry, push, or pull product weighing up to 50 lbs.
Requires bending, reaching, pulling, and pressing at shoulder level and below waist area.
Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations.
Requires standing and walking for long periods of time.
Education
High school degree or equivalent preferred.
Location
Cleveland, OH
Equal Opportunity Statement
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
Reasonable Accommodation
Consistent with our commitment to equality, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for this position, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request an accommodation, please call 1‑833‑901‑8823 or email accessibility@vestis.com. This number is for accommodation requests only and calls for any other reason will not be returned.
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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 / Essential Functions
Checks all machine safety devices before operating equipment and records and signs the appropriate equipment safety form. If the machine does not pass safety inspection, the operator will not operate the unit and will notify the supervisor.
When loading the washer, retrieves the sling from storage and maneuvers it to the washer’s rails and in front of the washer. If loading a dryer, obtains an extracted sling from the overhead feed rail and verifies each batch ticket to avoid mixing lots and batches. Stages similar batches together for maximum product/wash utilization.
Positions washer/dryer in the proper loading position (tilted up), removes the batch ticket, loads the washer/dryer by untying the bottom cord of the sling, forces the items into the washer/dryer cylinder, closes the washer/dryer doors, lowers the washer/dryer to the horizontal position, selects the appropriate washer/dryer formula, and starts the machine.
Takes the batch ticket and writes the ticket information on the washer/dryer form visually displayed by the machine.
For the washer, enters the weight off of the batch ticket into SOFTROL. For the dryer, re-ties the sling and transports it to the hoist staging area.
Unloads washer: opens the washer door, tilts washer forward, moves the lined cart with a clean sling, removes items from the washer into the cart, places batch tickets on top of the items, moves the cart to the sling raise area, and tilts the washer back into the loading position.
Unloads dryer: opens the front door, ensures items are at the proper moisture levels (if not, re-dry), 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 the appropriate area, closes the rear door, and leaves the dryer in a tilted position to aid in loading.
Verifies proper moisture retention of items; carts/tubs are not overloaded; items are at the 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 a safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to understand all required training, 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 attendance schedule.
Working Environment / Safety Requirements
Work is performed in a warehouse setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions, as well as dust and noise.
Work is based on a shift schedule and may include weekends.
Overtime is required as needed.
Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Requires the ability to move or maneuver slings or carriers weighing up to 220 lbs.
Requires the ability to move, lift, carry, push, or pull product weighing up to 50 lbs.
Requires bending, reaching, pulling, and pressing at shoulder level and below waist area.
Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations.
Requires standing and walking for long periods of time.
Education
High school degree or equivalent preferred.
Location
Cleveland, OH
Equal Opportunity Statement
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
Reasonable Accommodation
Consistent with our commitment to equality, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for this position, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request an accommodation, please call 1‑833‑901‑8823 or email accessibility@vestis.com. This number is for accommodation requests only and calls for any other reason will not be returned.
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