About Company:

OUR MISSION IS SIMPLE.

Crown Health Care Laundry will be the leading quality laundry provider to healthcare facilities throughout the Southeast United States. We strive to be recognized as the quality provider of health care linens to customers who demand quality products for patient care and sound linen management solutions to help reduce overall costs.

About the Role:

The Flatwork/DryFold position is essential in ensuring the efficient processing and handling of laundered textiles, primarily focusing on flatwork items such as sheets, tablecloths, and other large fabric pieces. The role involves operating specialized machinery to dry fold and neatly prepare these items for packaging and distribution, maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. This position contributes directly to customer satisfaction by ensuring that all flatwork items are processed accurately, free of wrinkles, and folded to specification. The role requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment to meet production deadlines. Ultimately, the Flatwork/DryFold operator plays a key part in the overall laundry production workflow, supporting the timely delivery of clean, well-presented linens to clients across various industries.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate industrial laundry machinery or willingness to be trained.
• Basic understanding of textile handling and folding techniques.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a commercial laundry or textile processing environment.
• Familiarity with safety protocols related to industrial machinery.
• Basic mechanical skills for minor equipment adjustments.
• Good communication skills to work effectively within a team.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends or holidays if required.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor dry folding machines to process flatwork textiles efficiently and accurately.
• Inspect laundered items for quality, ensuring they are free from stains, tears, or defects before folding.
• Sort and organize flatwork items according to size, type, and customer specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the work area, including routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting minor issues.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production targets and ensure timely completion of orders.

Skills:

The required skills such as operating dry folding machinery and inspecting textiles are used daily to ensure that all flatwork items meet quality standards before shipment. Attention to detail is critical in identifying imperfections and ensuring proper folding techniques, which directly impact customer satisfaction. Physical stamina and manual dexterity are necessary to handle large volumes of textiles efficiently and safely. Preferred skills like mechanical aptitude help in quickly resolving minor equipment issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining workflow continuity. Effective communication and teamwork skills facilitate coordination with colleagues to achieve production goals and maintain a safe working environment.