Production Worker- Wash Aisle

Continental Linen Services; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental Linen Services is seeking a Wash Aisle Team Member in Kalamazoo, MI to safely and efficiently process soiled linens and textiles through the wash and dry systems. You will help maintain production flow, quality, and MIOSHA safety standards.

The role involves moving items, loading washers/dryers, selecting wash formulas, and monitoring equipment. Training is provided; strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential for success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety and MIOSHA compliance.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• Previous production or industrial experience preferred, but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Move laundry bags into the wash aisle using proper equipment
• Load and unload commercial washers, dryers, and tunnel washers
• Select proper wash formulas based on product type
• Monitor machines and report malfunctions immediately
• Stage clean products for the next department
• Maintain production pace while ensuring quality standards
• Monitor and maintain automated chemical dispensing systems
• Replace chemical containers using required PPE
• Ensure chemicals are properly labeled and stored
• Follow Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Hazard Communication procedures
• Report chemical leaks, spills, or low inventory immediately
• Maintain a clean work area to prevent slips, trips, and falls
• Perform basic equipment cleaning and maintenance
• Hot and humid during summer months
• Exposure to steam, moisture, noise, and moving equipment
• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Push/pull industrial carts weighing 800+ lbs
• Lift 50–75 lbs occasionally
• Lift 20–30 lbs repetitively
• Stand for extended periods
• Accurately identify colors
• Ability to read, write, and count in English

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Willing to train

Job description

Location: Kalamazoo, MI
Department: Wash Aisle
Reports To: Production Supervisor
Full-Time | Stable Hours | Family-Owned Company

Join the CLS Family!

Are you dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment? Join CLS — a family-owned textile rental company proudly serving businesses since 1899.

We are looking for a Wash Aisle Team Member to safely and efficiently process soiled linens, garments, textiles, and mats through our commercial wash and dry systems. This position plays a key role in maintaining production flow, quality standards, and MIOSHA safety compliance.

What You’ll Do

Move laundry bags into the wash aisle using proper equipment

Load and unload commercial washers, dryers, and tunnel washers

Select proper wash formulas based on product type

Monitor machines and report malfunctions immediately

Stage clean products for the next department

Maintain production pace while ensuring quality standards

Monitor and maintain automated chemical dispensing systems

Replace chemical containers using required PPE

Ensure chemicals are properly labeled and stored

Follow Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Hazard Communication procedures

Report chemical leaks, spills, or low inventory immediately

Maintain a clean work area to prevent slips, trips, and falls

Perform basic equipment cleaning and maintenance

Hot and humid during summer months

Exposure to steam, moisture, noise, and moving equipment

Standing and walking for extended periods

Physical Requirements

Push/pull industrial carts weighing 800+ lbs

Lift 50–75 lbs occasionally

Lift 20–30 lbs repetitively

Stand for extended periods

Accurately identify colors

Ability to read, write, and count in English

What We’re Looking For

Strong attention to detail

Commitment to safety and MIOSHA compliance

Team-oriented mindset

Previous production or industrial experience preferred (but not required — we will train!)

Why Work at CLS?

Family-owned company with a strong team culture

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Hands-on training and supportive leadership

Consistent full-time hours