Professional Laundry Presser

WNC Laundry; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A professional laundry service is seeking a reliable Professional Laundry Presser in East Orange, New Jersey. The role involves operating industrial equipment to ensure high-quality garment finishing and customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have a keen attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a warm, fast-paced environment. Experience is preferred but on-the-job training will be provided. The position offers dynamic work in a production environment with an emphasis on safety and quality management.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in laundry or garment pressing preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, warm environment.
• Understanding of fabric types and pressing techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate pressing equipment to remove wrinkles from garments and linens.
• Inspect garments for quality control and perform touch-ups as needed.
• Sort and package items for delivery or customer pick-up.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Dependability

Physical Stamina

Fabric Knowledge

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Position Summary

WNC Laundry LLC is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Professional Laundry Presser to join our team. The Laundry Presser is responsible for operating industrial pressing equipment and hand irons to remove wrinkles, shape garments, and provide a high-quality finished product. This role plays a critical part in ensuring customer satisfaction by maintaining excellent garment presentation and care standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate Equipment: Utilize steam presses, hydraulic pressing machines, and hand irons to remove wrinkles from garments, linens, and specialty items.
• Garment Finishing & Shaping: Properly shape and finish garments such as jackets, pants, dresses, and uniforms according to fabric type and company standards.
• Quality Control: Inspect all items for stains, damage, or remaining wrinkles; perform touch‑ups as needed to ensure a professional finish.
• Fabric Care Management: Determine and apply appropriate temperature, pressure, and pressing techniques for various fabrics to prevent damage.
• Sorting & Packaging: Sort garments by type, color, and finishing requirements; properly hang, fold, and prepare items for delivery or customer pick‑up.
• Equipment Maintenance: Clean and maintain pressing equipment, including routine care such as lubricating machines and cleaning filters to ensure safe and efficient operation.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Previous experience in laundry, dry cleaning, or garment pressing is preferred but not required; on‑the‑job training will be provided.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, lift, and work in a warm and fast‑paced environment.
• Attention to Detail: Strong focus on quality and precision when handling garments, especially delicate fabrics.
• Fabric Knowledge: Basic understanding of different fabric types (e.g., cotton, silk, wool, polyester) and appropriate pressing techniques is preferred.
• Work Ethic: Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Work Environment

This position requires working in a production/laundry facility environment that may be hot, humid, and noisy. Safety procedures must be followed at all times.

WNC Laundry LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.