Distribution Operator

Distribution Operator

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 :

Becomes familiar with the garment numbering system (GID) and shipping schedule board; Follows a shipping schedule and knows the initial step to separate garments into routes for specific sort area (first, second, or third); Removes garments from supply rail, places on the appropriate conveyor or placard hook by route (first sort), by last man numbered (second sort), or by customer number (third sort); Hangs all shirts of the same route then hangs all pants before proceeding to the next batch / bar; Removes odd garments and places them in the correct space on the odd numbered garment bar; Informs the supervisor of any quality, mechanical, or shipping schedule problems; Watches the end of the supply bars for falling garments and re-hangs fallen garments on appropriate bar; Stops the line when jams or other problems occur further down the line and for breaks; Monitors garments for wrinkles and removes garments not meeting specified quality standards in terms of ink stains, tears, holes, missing buttons, or loose tags; Maintains 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 Environment / Safety Requirements :

Work is performed in a warehouse setting and is 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 is required as needed. Physical 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 continuous reaching at the shoulder and / or overhead level; 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