Laundry Production Assistant

We are accepting applications for the following position:

In support of day-to-day operations, the Laundry Production Assistant reports directly to the Production Supervisor and is responsible to receive linens, ensure items are cleaned to a high standard, packed and delivered to customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sort soiled linens including sheets, towels, blankets, banquet linens, and articles of clothing into different categories ready to be washed.
• Carry out inspections and identify if items need repairs or replacements.
• Operate industrial laundry equipment, loading machines; report any equipment faults or hazards.
• Ensure that production and service quality standards are met.
• Provide light service to machines by lubricating equipment and cleaning or changing machine filters when needed; alert the Supervisor when machines are in need of professional repair.
• Monitor stock levels and inform Supervisor of items needing to be ordered to ensure all laundry production requirements can be met at all times.
• Receive linens, checks, verifies, and loads products.
• Establish and maintain outstanding relations with customers.
• Assist with loading and unloading deliveries to customers and complete quality checks.
• Record, sort and stack linen ready for dispatching.
• Assisting with the storage and packing of finished goods.
• Ensure orders are delivered in a timely, safe manner.
• Responsible to adhering to vehicle operating procedures.
• Ensure the changeover procedures are followed at the end of the shift and any relevant information is passed on clearly.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment; report any accident, incident or safety issues to Supervisor.
• Assist with loading and unloading in the transport of linens to and from the delivery area.
• Preform other duties as required from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 1 year experience working in an industrial laundry production facility or hotel environment.
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of laundry systems, machinery and production processes.
• Must have a clean driving record with a group 3 Cayman Island Driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels, with individuals and groups, both orally and in writing.
• Problem solving skills.
• Able to work on own initiative or as part of a team.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand, bend, walk for long periods of time.
• Able to multitask and have a strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skill with ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Scheduling flexibility; able to work nights, weekends and public holidays.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May be exposed to a noisy, humid and hot environment surrounded. Temperatures will vary depending on how many machines are in operation at any given time.
• Environment contains commercial grade washers and dryers and other various laundry service equipment.
• Frequent standing, bending, walking and lifting required.
• May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when necessary

Benefits: In accordance with Cayman Islands Law

Location: Grand Cayman

Employment Type: Full Time