Production Bulk Fold Operator

Colonial Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Pension

Paid time off

Job summary

Colonial Group in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an industrial laundry team member to handle merchandise with care, stage items, and perform folding duties across linens and related textiles. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork in a warehouse setting.

Candidates should be able to follow training, perform basic math, and communicate clearly while meeting attendance expectations. Weekend shifts and overtime may be required as part of a rotating schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to follow training and written instructions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Stage cart on lift table, secure safety chain, and raise the table.
• Fold linen, aprons, towels, table napkins, and fender/seat covers.
• Identify and segregate merchandise not meeting quality standards (rips, tears, holes, stains).
• Verify merchandise quantity and bundle by type.
• Place bundles in correct storage bins, carts, or on shelves.
• Maneuver full and empty baskets.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow production best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math

Teamwork

Communication

Attendance

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

• Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility.
• Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate handling of merchandise into and/or out of the laundry facility.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Essential duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
• Stages cart in lift table, secures safety chain, and raises the table.
• Folds linen, aprons, towels, table napkins, and/or fender/seat covers.
• 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 bins, carts, or on shelves.
• Maneuvers full and empty baskets.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• 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.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a warehouse setting and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions as well as dust and noise.
• Work is based on a shift schedule, and may include weekends.
• Overtime required as needed.

Working Environment / Safety Requirements

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Position involves repetitive motions over the duration of an entire shift.
• Requires bending, reaching, pulling, twisting, and lifting.
• Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations.
• Requires standing and walking for long periods of time.

Education

High school degree or equivalent preferred.

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Benefits

• Vestis offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services, including medical, dental, vision, and pension.
• Employees are eligible for 80 hours of vacation, 40 hours of floating holidays, and paid sick time every year.
• Employees will also receive 6 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

Compensation

for positions located in certain Ohio municipalities, including Cleveland and Cincinnati, we provide compensation information in accordance with applicable local requirements. The estimated pay range for this role is $16.65/hour based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. Actual compensation may vary. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package.