Dry Cleaning Spotter / Stain Removal Specialist

M & F Laundry; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

M & F Laundry in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a skilled Stain Specialist to join our Specialty Department focused on difficult stains and specialty textiles. You will select the right chemistry and technique for every fabric and work with our dry-cleaning and production teams.

Applicants should have 3+ years of professional dry cleaning or spotting experience, sharp stain-spotting knowledge, and a keen eye for fabric reactions to chemicals. A fast-paced environment rewards accuracy and reliability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional dry cleaning or spotting experience.
• Strong knowledge of stain identification and removal techniques.
• Understanding of different fabrics and how they react to chemicals and cleaning processes.
• Ability to recognize when additional treatment could damage an item.

Responsibilities

• Identify and treat stains before and after cleaning
• Determine the appropriate spotting chemicals and techniques for different stains and fabrics
• Safely operate spotting equipment and use professional stain-removal chemicals
• Inspect items for stains, damage, and overall quality
• Re-treat items when necessary to achieve the best possible result
• Work closely with our dry-cleaning and production teams
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow M&F quality and safety standards

Skills

Stain identification

Chemical handling

Quality control

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Spotting equipment

Professional stain-removal chemicals

Job description

Join our Specialty Department treating difficult stains on garments and specialty textiles — choosing the right chemistry and technique for every fabric.

Responsibilities

• Identify and treat stains before and after cleaning
• Determine the appropriate spotting chemicals and techniques for different stains and fabrics
• Safely operate spotting equipment and use professional stain-removal chemicals
• Inspect items for stains, damage, and overall quality
• Re-treat items when necessary to achieve the best possible result
• Work closely with our dry-cleaning and production teams
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Follow M&F quality and safety standards

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of professional dry cleaning or spotting experience
• Strong knowledge of stain identification and removal techniques
• Understanding of different fabrics and how they react to chemicals and cleaning processes
• Ability to recognize when additional treatment could damage an item
• Strong attention to detail
• Consistent, dependable, and quality-focused
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment