Distribution Operator

Vestis Corp; Minnesota; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in an industrial laundry facility. This role involves accurately handling garments, following strict shipping schedules, and ensuring quality standards are met. The position requires good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Employees can expect a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vacation time. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and are committed to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

40 Hours of Vacation

Floating Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to understand training and instructions.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Handle merchandise accurately in the laundry facility.
• Monitor garments for quality and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Basic Math Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Degree or Equivalent

Job description

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.

Becomes familiar with the garment numbering system (GID) and shipping schedule board; follows a shipping schedule and knows the initial step to separate garments into routes for specific sort areas (first, second, or third); removes garments from supply rail, places them on the appropriate conveyor or placard hook by route (first sort), by last man numbered (second sort), or by customer number (third sort); hangs all shirts of the same route then hangs all pants before proceeding to the next batch/bar; removes odd garments and places them in the correct space on the odd numbered garment bar; informs the supervisor of any quality, mechanical, or shipping schedule problems; watches the end of the supply bars for falling garments and re-hangs fallen garments on the appropriate bar; stops the line when jams or other problems occur further down the line and for breaks; monitors garments for wrinkles and removes garments not meeting specified quality standards in terms of ink stains, tears, holes, missing buttons, or loose tags; maintains a safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities; performs other duties as assigned.

Ability to understand all required training, written, and verbal instructions; working knowledge of basic math skills; good verbal and/or written communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to meet attendance schedule.

Work is performed in a warehouse setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold, dust, and noise. Work is based on a shift schedule and may include weekends. Overtime may be required as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position involves repetitive motions over the duration of an entire shift; requires continuous reaching at shoulder and/or overhead level; requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations; requires standing and walking for long periods.

High school degree or equivalent preferred.

Benefits include comprehensive programs such as medical, dental, vision, and pension. Employees are eligible for 40 hours of vacation, 8 hours of floating holidays, and paid sick time annually. Paid holidays include 6 days throughout the year.

Compensation ranges from $12.84 to $19.23 per hour, depending on skills, experience, certifications, and other relevant factors.

Location: St. Cloud, MN

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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