Senior Garment Presser

Troy Dry Cleaners; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Troy Dry Cleaners is seeking a Senior Garment Presser to apply advanced pressing techniques, identify fabrics, and maintain a high-volume output in a non-air-conditioned facility. You will deliver consistent, high-quality results and support junior pressers in a fast-paced production environment.

The ideal candidate brings extensive dry-cleaning pressing experience, the ability to meet 200+ finished items per day, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Extensive pressing experience in a dry-cleaning production environment is required.
• Ability to identify fabrics and apply finishing techniques confidently.
• Proven ability to meet or exceed 200 finished items per day.
• Comfortable with repetitive, detail-focused work and standing for the full shift.

Responsibilities

• Press and finish garments using hand irons and specialized equipment with expert precision.
• Identify fabrics and apply proper finishing techniques independently.
• Produce 200+ finished items per day with high quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation and report issues.

Skills

Pressing experience

Fabric knowledge

Repetitive tasks

Stand for long shift

Job description

If you take pride in expertly finishing garments and have deep experience in a professional dry‑cleaning environment, this role is for you. As a Senior Garment Presser, you’ll apply advanced pressing techniques, fabric knowledge, and high‑volume production skills to deliver exceptional results every day. We’re looking for someone who already knows this craft — someone who can step in and perform at a senior level from day one.

What You’ll Do

• Press and finish garments using hand irons and specialized dry‑cleaning equipment with expert precision

• Identify fabrics and apply proper finishing techniques confidently and independently

• Consistently produce 200+ high‑quality finished items per day

• Maintain a clean, organized workstation

• Load completed items onto the assembly conveyor

• Communicate equipment issues or workflow concerns

• Support and guide junior pressers when needed

• Contribute to a fast‑moving, reliable production team

Why You’ll Love It

• Competitive pay from $20.00 - $25.00/hour - dependent on experience

• Up to $1,200 in relocation assistance for qualified, experienced candidates

• Predictable weekday schedule

• No nights, no weekends

• A team that values skill, consistency, and professionalism

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Extensive pressing experience in a dry‑cleaning production environment — required

• Proven ability to meet or exceed 200 finished items per day

• Strong motor skills and gentle garment handling

• Accurate color recognition

• Comfortable with repetitive, detail‑focused work

• Able to stand for the full shift

• Enjoys a steady, productive workflow

Work Environment

• Warm in summer, cool in winter

• Fast‑moving production floor with equipment and machinery

• Must be comfortable in a non‑air‑conditioned facility

Requirements

• Prior dry‑cleaning pressing experience — this is not a trainee position

• Must be able to work in a non‑air‑conditioned environment

• Must be able to complete repetitive tasks while on feet for the entire shift

• Must be able to pass a drug screen test

• Professional references from previous dry‑cleaning roles will be required and verified