Lead Iron Operator - Industrial Laundry

Vestis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestis Corporation in Memphis, TN is seeking a warehouse associate to join our industrial laundry team. You will help stage, feed, fold, and transport towels, napkins, and linens, ensuring items are handled safely and efficiently.

The role requires basic math, good communication, teamwork, and reliable attendance. Work involves standing long hours, lifting up to 300 lbs with carts, and may include weekend shifts and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Stages and feeds cotton or linen merchandise on ironer properly to reduce wrinkling and tangling.
• Receives and folds cotton or linen merchandise from ironer.
• Identifies and segregates merchandise not meeting specified quality standards in terms of rips, tears, holes, and stains.
• Accurately verifies merchandise quantity and bundles by type. Places bundles in correct storage carts.
• Maneuvers full and empty carts.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Attendance

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Vestis Corporation in Memphis, TN is seeking a warehouse associate to join our industrial laundry team. You will help stage, feed, fold, and transport towels, napkins, and linens, ensuring items are handled safely and efficiently.

The role requires basic math, good communication, teamwork, and reliable attendance. Work involves standing long hours, lifting up to 300 lbs with carts, and may include weekend shifts and overtime.