Production Bulk Folder Operator

Vestis Corporation; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestis Corporation in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a team-oriented worker for our industrial laundry facility. You will handle merchandise safely and accurately as part of a fast-paced crew, following training and production procedures.

Responsibilities include folding linen, verifying quantities, moving baskets, and maintaining a clean, safe work area. Candidates should be able to work M-F 8am-4:30pm, stand for long periods, and adapt to weather and noise in the warehouse.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions.
• Basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Stage cart on lift table, secure safety chain, and raise table.
• Fold linen, aprons, towels, table napkins, and/or fender/seat covers.
• Identify and separate items not meeting quality standards due to rips, tears, holes, or stains.
• Verify quantity and bundle items by type; place in storage bins or on shelves.
• Maneuver full and empty baskets.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow best practices.

Skills

Basic math

Teamwork

Communication

Attendance reliability

Independent worker

Training comprehension

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Shift Hours: M-F 8am-4:30pm

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.

Compensation

The hourly rate that Vestis reasonably expects to pay for this position range is $18.00-$21.79 depending on circumstances including an applicant's skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.

Education

High school degree or equivalent preferred.

Location

MC#260 Bakersfield, CA