LAUNDRY MACHINE OPERATOR

Navy Exchange Service Command; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Laundry Machine Operator to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for washing and drying a variety of garments using advanced laundry equipment. Your attention to detail will ensure that each load is processed efficiently and to the highest standards. This position requires physical strength and the ability to operate machinery in a noisy and humid environment. If you are a hardworking individual with a passion for maintaining cleanliness and efficiency, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 12 months experience operating laundry equipment required.
• High school education can substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for washing and drying garments using various laundry machines.
• Maintains cleanliness of machines and working area.

Skills

Laundry Equipment Operation

Physical Strength

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Washers

Dryers

Tumblers

Extractors

Job description

Job Description - LAUNDRY MACHINE OPERATOR (250000N3)

Job Number:

250000N3

Primary Location

Organization

Job Summary: Performs work involved in washing and drying wet garments and articles utilizing one or a combination of tumblers, extractors and dryers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for washing garments and articles i.e. towels, gowns, blankets, spreads, rugs, jackets, etc. by operating one or a combination of washers, tumblers, extractors, dryers, etc.
• Sorts and weighs garments and loads into washers manually.
• At completion of cycle, unloads laundry and places in extractors and/or tumblers.
• Places wet garments in dryers utilizing separate compartments and sets timer based on type of garments.
• Removes and places in baskets for further processing i.e. folding, pressing.
• Operates steam and/or gas dryers in drying bulk garments. Removes wet garments from washer and places in dryers. Sets timers to permit drying within specified time to avoid scorching of items.
• Removes laundry from tumbler dryer after it has dried and places in coded garment bag distribution line for delivery pick-up.
• Maintains record of number of loads handled, starting and stopping time of machine, and the different types of work processed.
• Cleans machine of lint and notifies supervisor of needed repairs.
• Maintains working area in a clean and orderly manner.
• Works under the general supervision of a designated supervisor who makes assignments. Work is performed within the framework of established guides and instructions with problems referred to supervisor for resolution. Work is reviewed for compliance with established procedures, instructions, and patron satisfaction.

Physical Effort: Ability to pull wet laundry from the washer, push heavy cart of wet laundry, and lift bundles weighing over 50 pounds.

Working Conditions: Laundry area is very noisy and usually hot and humid. Workers are constantly exposed to the possibility of bruises from moving carts or falls on wet floor in the washing area.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN OR HAVE LIVED IN THE U.S. FOR THREE YEARS

General Experience: Twelve months experience operating laundry equipment such as washers, dryers, tumblers, extractors, etc.

Substitution of Education for Experience: One year of high school education may be substituted for 3 months of experience up to a High School Diploma or GED for 12 months of experience.

Physical Requirements: Ability to pull wet laundry from the washer, push heavy cart of wet laundry, and lift bundles weighing over 50 pounds.