Production

Laundry Attendant

The Laundry Attendant is responsible for washing, drying, folding, and maintaining linens while carefully inspecting sheets, blankets, and other materials for stains, damage, or wear. This role plays a key part in quality control by identifying stains early, applying proper treatment methods, and ensuring all linens meet cleanliness and presentation standards before being returned to service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sort incoming linens by type, color, and soil level
• Inspect sheets, blankets, towels, and other fabrics for stains, discoloration, or damage
• Identify common stains (e.g., oils, makeup, bodily fluids, chemicals) and apply appropriate pre-treatment solutions
• Rewash or retreat items as needed to meet cleanliness standards
• Remove and report linens that are damaged, heavily stained, or no longer serviceable
• Operate commercial washers, dryers, and pressing or folding equipment safely and efficiently
• Fold, stack, and organize clean linens for distribution or storage
• Maintain accurate counts of processed items and notify supervisor of shortages
• Follow infection-control, safety, and chemical-handling procedures
• Keep laundry area clean, organized, and compliant with workplace standards

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous laundry, housekeeping, or custodial experience preferred (but not required)
• Ability to recognize different types of stains and fabric care needs (training provided)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, repetitive environment
• Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals and safe handling practices
• Good organizational and time-management skills
• Reliable attendance and teamwork mindset

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Frequent lifting of linen bags or loads (up to 25–40 lbs.)
• Repetitive bending, reaching, and folding motions
• Comfortable working in a warm, humid environment

Work Environment:

• Commercial or on-site laundry facility
• Exposure to detergents, stain-treatment chemicals, and heat from equipment
• Requires adherence to safety and hygiene protocols at all times