Production Associate - Apparel Grader

Cintas; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 42,981,120 - 53,726,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) plan

Company-paid insurance

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

Cintas is seeking a Production Associate – Apparel Grader to support the Rental Division. The Apparel Grader will examine used customer garments and rate their long-term usefulness according to company policies and standards.

Employees are expected to keep their work area clean and to meet or exceed defined quantity and quality targets. Compensation includes competitive pay, a 401(k) with company match, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must adhere to attendance policy.
• Must be willing to work in a safe proximity to others for extended periods.
• Must be willing to work in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment with time pressures.
• Must be willing to use a computer program to accomplish work.

Responsibilities

• Examine used garments and rate long-term usefulness per policy.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of the work area.
• Meets or exceeds prescribed quantity and quality targets.
• Uses computer programs to complete tasks.

Skills

Authorized to work in US

Age 18+

Attendance policy

Safety proximity

Fast-paced environment

Computer usage

Job description

Production Associate – Apparel Grader

Cintas is seeking a Production Associate – Apparel Grader to support the Rental Division. The Apparel Grader is responsible for accurately examining used customer garments and rating their long‑term usefulness in accordance with company policies and standards. Production Associates are expected to maintain the cleanliness of their work area and to meet or exceed a standard for quantity and quality of work.

Requisition Number: 230277

Skills / Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must adhere to attendance policy.
• Must be willing to work in a safe proximity to others for extended periods.
• Must be willing to work in a fast‑paced, schedule‑driven environment with time pressures.
• Must be willing to use a computer program to accomplish work.

Physical Qualifications

• Requires standing for most of the shift.
• Requires repetitive motions, stretching, bending, turning, or reaching.

Attributes of a Great Employee-Partner

• Attention to detail.
• Work ethic / effort.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Safety orientation.
• Adaptability / flexibility.
• Integrity / honesty.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• Application and resume review.
• Interviews.
• Job tryout.

Applicants will be compensated for their time during the job tryout. Not all applicants will progress through the entire selection process; only those identified as most qualified will be invited to the next step. Conditional job offers require a background check and drug screen.

Benefits

Cintas offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits with premiums below the national average, including a plan at zero cost.

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing.
• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance, 100% company‑paid.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Skills development, training, and career advancement opportunities.

Compensation

Base salary ranges between $15.00 – $18.75 per hour. The range considers skill set, experience, training, and business needs. Compensation decisions are at the discretion of the company.

Company Information

Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses stay ready to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that keep their facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Cintas is a publicly held Fortune 500 company.

Cintas Corporation is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.

This job posting will remain open for at least five (5) days.

Job Category: Production Hourly

Organization: Rental

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: 1st Shift