Production Bulk Folder Operator

Vestis Corporation; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestis Corporation in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a warehouse associate to support industrial laundry operations. You will handle linen and related items, ensuring accurate sorting, folding, and staging for storage and shipment.

The role requires adherence to safety practices, ability to follow instructions, and reliable attendance. Shift is Monday–Friday 8am–4:30pm, with possible weekend work and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 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

• Stage cart in lift table, secure safety chain, and raise the table.
• Fold linen, aprons, towels, napkins, and fender/seat covers.
• Identify and segregate merchandise not meeting quality standards (rips, tears, stains).
• Verify merchandise quantity and bundles by type; place in correct storage bins or carts.
• Maneuver full and empty baskets and maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic math

Communication

Teamwork

Attendance

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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 expects to pay for this position is $14.00-$21.00 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