Production Associate

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:
Essential duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to: Stages cart in lift table, secures safety chain, and raises the table; Folds linen, aprons, towels, table napkins, and/or fender/seat covers; Identifies and segregates merchandise not meeting specified quality standards in terms of rips, tears, holes, and stains; Accurately verifies merchandise quantity and bundles by type. Places bundles in correct storage bins, carts, or on shelves; Maneuvers full and empty baskets; maintains a 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/or written communication skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Ability to meet attendance schedule. Working Conditions 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. Work is based on a shift schedule and may include weekends. Overtime required as needed. Must speak and understand English to communicate with Supervisor and others.
Working Environment/Safety Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position involves repetitive motions over the duration of an entire shift; Requires bending, reaching, pulling, twisting, and lifting; Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations; Requires standing and walking for long periods of time.
Education: High school degree or equivalent preferred.