Production Lead Distribution Operator

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Responsible for providing work direction and training for daily laundry production activities for an assigned department and/or shift or a rotating set of departments or assignments. Working under direction of the production manager or supervisor. Seeks to meet daily production standards and profitability objectives for assigned group or area. Leads by example; follows established branch rules, regulations and procedures as well as company safety guidelines, goals, and initiatives.

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the ability to be cross trained to perform a variety of tasks that may include receive and sort laundry, inspect garments for all mending needs, operate equipment such as dryers and ironers, and bundling of clean garments to be re‑distributed to our customers.

• Attendance is an essential function of the job
• Work in assigned area of production responsibility as scheduled in a safe and efficient manner
• Attend departmental and branch meetings as needed to engage and complete education and training
• Assist fellow production workers by performing duties of lesser skill, such as supplying or holding materials or tools, and cleaning work areas and equipment
• Consistently seek the improvement and development in assigned role/job and skills
• Seek to develop multiple areas of capability to support the production team
• Create and support a culture of adherence to branch standardization in support of financial, service and safety goals
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager

• Ability to work assigned shift - attendance is required
• Basic math reasoning skills
• Lifting ability; up to 25-30 pounds continuously;
  Push/Pull ability; up to 150 pounds assisted
• Capability to work in a fast‑paced work environment with fluctuating temperatures and loud noise levels while working with machinery in a safe and conscientious manner
• Must be able to adhere to safety standards

• One year of industrial laundry experience
• Capability of understanding work instructions in English

Springfield, IL

Vestis offers a wide array of comprehensive benefit programs and services including medical, dental, vision and pension. Employees are eligible for 40 hours per year of total vacation, 16 hours of total floating holiday hours per year, and 6 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

The hourly rate for this position is $24.18, depending on circumstances including an applicant's skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data and other relevant factors.

Vestis® is an equal‑opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, relation, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1‑833‑901‑8823 or email