Production Load Builder Operator

Quebec Linge Co.; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestis in Fresno, CA is seeking a team-based worker for industrial laundry operations. You will handle merchandise safely, build loads ahead, and ensure quality standards are met during processing.

The role requires following detailed load sheets, maintaining accuracy, and working with a manufacturing schedule that may include weekends and overtime. High school diploma preferred; attendance is essential.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
• Must meet attendance schedule.
• Shift work including weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Learn load sheets and build loads a day ahead.
• Follow load guidance and stack by weight, size, and type.
• Identify mats failing quality standards (stains, tears, wet).
• Monitor merchandise for quality issues.
• Move carts safely; push/pull up to 300 lbs; comply with safety rules.
• Report shortages per center process.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Attendance reliability

Shift flexibility

Overtime eligibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shift Hours: M-F 5am-1:30pm

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

• Becomes familiar with load sheet (by route, by day) and builds loads one day ahead.
• Follows load building guidance and knows the initial step to line cart with clean cardboard, and loads product in order according to weight, size, type, and other specifications.
• Identifies and segregates mats that do not meet quality requirements in terms of stains, gum stains, rips, tears, holes, or if wet.
• Monitors merchandise not meeting specified quality standards.
• Maneuvers full and empty carts and is familiar with safety standards for pushing and pulling carts 50 lbs. and greater.
• Informs supervisor of any shortages every two to four increments based upon market center reporting process.
• 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 written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, following the days production plan.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule.
• Work is based on a shift schedule, and may include weekends.
• Overtime required as needed.

Working Environment / Safety Requirements

• 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.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Requires the ability lift and carry product weighing up to 20 lbs frequently.
• Requires the ability to move, push, or maneuver carts weighing up to 300 lbs frequently.
• Requires bending, reaching, twisting, pulling, and pressing above shoulder level and below waist area.
• Requires the use of hands, wrists, and arms 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 range is $19.99 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: Fresno, CA