Operator - Load Builder

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 load sheet (by route, by day) and build loads one day ahead.
• Follow load building guidance and know the initial step to line cart with clean cardboard.
• Load product in order according to weight, size, type, and other specifications.
• Identify and segregate mats that do not meet quality requirements in terms of stains, gum stains, rips, tears, holes, or if wet.
• Monitor merchandise not meeting specified quality standards.
• Maneuver full and empty carts and be familiar with safety standards for pushing and pulling carts 50 lbs. and greater.
• Inform supervisor of any shortages every two to four increments based upon market center reporting process.
• Maintain safe and clean work environment and observe best practices in all production activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Understand all required training, written, and verbal instructions.
• Have a working knowledge of basic math skills.
• Have good verbal and written communication skills.
• Work independently and as part of a team, following the day’s production plan.
• Meet attendance schedule.
• Work on a shift schedule, which may include weekends.
• Be willing to work overtime as needed.

• Work is performed in a warehouse setting and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold, dust, and noise.
• Ability to lift and carry product weighing up to 20 lbs frequently.
• Ability to move, push, or maneuver carts weighing up to 300 lbs frequently.
• Ability to bend, reach, twist, pull, and press above shoulder level and below waist area.
• Use hands, wrists, and arms for grasping and other manipulations.
• Stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Terre Haute, IN

High school degree or equivalent preferred.

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