Distribution Operator

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.

• Become familiar with the garment numbering system (GID) and shipping schedule board.
• Follow shipping schedule and know the initial step to separate garments into routes for specific sort area (first, second, or third).
• Remove garments from supply rail, place on appropriate conveyor or placard hook by route (first sort), by last man numbered (second sort), or by customer number (third sort).
• Hang all shirts of the same route then hang all pants before proceeding to the next batch/bar.
• Remove odd garments and place in the correct space on the odd numbered garment bar.
• Inform supervisor of any quality, mechanical, or shipping schedule problems.
• Watch the end of the supply bars for falling garments and re‑hang fallen garments on the appropriate bar.
• Stop the line when jams or other problems occur further down the line and for breaks.
• Monitor garments for wrinkles and remove garments not meeting specified quality standards in terms of ink stains, tears, holes, missing buttons, or loose tags.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, observe best practices in all production activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ability to understand all required training, written, and verbal instructions.
• 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.

Work is performed in a warehouse setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold, dust and noise. Work is based on a shift schedule, may include weekends, and overtime is required as needed. The position involves repetitive motions, continuous reaching at shoulder and/or overhead level, use of hands for grasping and other manipulations, standing and walking for long periods of time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school degree or equivalent preferred.

Vestis offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, and paid parental leave. Employees may enroll in the company’s 401(k) plan. They are eligible for 80 hours of vacation, 40 hours of floating holidays, and paid sick time every year. Employees will also receive 6 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $12.84 to $19.23, depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.

Mankato, MN

Aramark