Production & Quality Associate

Fire-Dex; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer matching

PTO after 90 days

Profit sharing bonuses

Birthday gift

Job summary

Fire-Dex's Gear Wash division in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Production & Quality Associate to support garment processing, quality checks and PPE preparation for shipping to firefighters. You will intake and tag orders, operate laundry equipment, log data in our tracking system and help ensure safety and quality standards.

The role offers steady full-time hours, weekday schedule, and overtime as needed. A high attention to detail, proficiency with computer systems, ability to lift up to 50

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Experience in a warehouse or receiving department is helpful.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new software.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and follow safety standards.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Intake, tag, sort and process incoming garment orders.
• Operate laundry machines and log data in the tracking system.
• Follow company procedures for laundry, garment inspection and testing.
• Ensure quality standards and efficiency targets are met.
• Assist with deliveries as needed and support team goals.

Skills

High school diploma

Proficient computer skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Internal tracking system

Job description

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Production & Quality Associate

MANUFACTURING Full Time San Antonio, TX, US

Salary Range: $16.00 To $16.00 Hourly

Job Description

Production and Quality Associate

Did you know you can make a positive impact on first responder health and safety?

Gear Wash is a Fire-Dex family-owned Independent Service Provider (ISP) of personal protective equipment (PPE) care and maintenance. We’re seeking a self-motivated Production & Quality Associate. They will provide production intake and output while using their computer, troubleshooting, physical and detail-oriented skills. Provide both warehouse and quality support through receiving and logging orders, processing, inspecting and testing orders and packaging garment orders for shipping various personal protective equipment (PPE) for firefighters.

Additional duties include:

• Intake, tag, sort and process incoming garment orders
• Operate laundry machines
• Accurately enter garment data in internal tracking system
• Develop strong working knowledge and understanding through referencing and following company procedures, such as laundry and garment inspection and testing, general operations, and cleaning and preparation work procedures
• Complete work according to company quality standards while achieving company efficiency standards
• Build working knowledge and demonstrate familiarity of all equipment used for cleaning PPE
• Demonstrate adaptability to learn new skills and follow company procedures
• Assist with deliveries as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Work Hours:

Monday through Friday 7:00am-3:30pm

(This position can regularly requires overtime based on production demands and business needs. Candidates should be willing and able to work extended hours, including occasional weekends, as needed.) Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday's being our overtime days.

Location:

3660 Thousand Oaks, Suite 112

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Previous experience in a warehouse or receiving department, handling warranties, repairs or refurbishments is very helpful
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new software
• Possess a high attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds due to the nature of handling garments
• Valid driver's license with good driving record
• A solution focused mind-set
• Self-motivated with desire to work hard to meet goals
• Ability to work carefully and follow safety standards
• Ability to read and execute instructions and procedures with varying details
• Ability to work positively in teams as well as possess self-accountability
• Ability to work in teams as well as possess self-accountability
• Ability to remain organized with and keep track of multiple sources of information and data
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Competitive hourly pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• 401k with employer matching
• PTO (paid time off) starting after 90 days
• Paid parental leave
• Life insurance and short-term disability
• Referral program
• EAP (employee assistance program) for entire household
• Steady full-time hours and a set and consistent schedule
• Profit sharing bonuses based on company success
• Local entertainment and event discounts
• Celebrations (usually involving free food), contests, theme days and parties!
• Gift for your birthday!
• Once trained, listen to your own personal devices while working... music, books, podcasts
• Feel really good about your work and industry, because it's impactful

More About Us:

• We pride ourselves on being a family owned and operated business whose mission is “to serve those who serve”.
• Our values include fun, integrity, respect, and excellence = FIRE!
• 40+ years in business
• Multi award-winning organization

Gear Wash is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, disability (physical and mental, including HIV and AIDS), genetic information, gender identity and expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (includes traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and actively seek to ensure that our hiring and employment practices reflect this commitment.

Interview Process & Consent Gear Wash may use AI‑assisted tools to record and transcribe interviews for evaluation purposes, with candidate notice and consent. These tools support, but do not replace, human decision‑making. Interview data is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including CCPA and GDPR.