Laundry Worker

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is hiring for a laundry operator to manage linen processing in a healthcare environment. This role involves handling soiled and clean linen, using laundry equipment, and operating efficiently under safety standards. Join a supported team where compassion and professionalism are key in delivering excellent care.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage from day one

Tuition reimbursement

Employer-matched retirement funds

Paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• No experience required; laundry experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds and stand for lengthy periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform various operations in processing soiled and clean linen.
• Utilize laundry equipment for processing and folding.

Skills

Ability to lift 30 pounds

Ability to stand for long periods

Compassion

Professionalism

Tools

Washers

Dryers

Ironers

Folders

Job description

We’re a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”

Overview:

Responsible for performing various operations in processing soiled and clean linen, utilizing laundry equipment, and individual skills. Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• • Experience: None required.
  • Preferred Experience: Laundry experience beneficial, but not a requirement.
  • Required Education: None required.
  • Certifications: None required.
  • Other: Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Responsible for soiled linen shake out, feeding ironers, dry folding of linen, may assist in sewing room as needed. Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements: Able to lift 30 pounds and stand on feet for long periods of time. Physical demands are attached plus push/pull 40#, grip up to 50 lbs., pinch up to 15 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally. Equipment Used: Washers, dryers, ironers, folders.

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.