Linen Associate (Sorting)
Job Description
The Sorting Associate is responsible for organizing, separating, and preparing clean linen products for production lines while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized workspace. This role requires attention to detail, strict adherence to quality and safety procedures, and effective teamwork. Key Responsibilities & Job Duties %CF; Line Start-Up & Safety: %CB; Perform a daily walk-through of the assigned sorting area to ensure walkways are completely free of trash and safety hazards before starting operations. %CB; Report any leftover trash from previous shifts to supervisors immediately. %CF; Sling Cart Management: %CB; Properly position clean sling carts on both sides of the production line to ensure seamless workflow. %CB; Assist the team in changing out full sling carts efficiently at the conclusion of sorting for each hospital order. %CF; Linen Sorting & Quality Control: %CB; Sort clean linen into the correct designated sling carts according to specific categories (e.g., separating pillowcases into one cart, flat sheets into another). %CB; Keep all linen off the floor and away from the sorting line walkways to maintain plant cleanliness. %CB; Ensure any item that touches the floor is immediately routed to the rewash station. %CF; Waste & Hazard Control: %CB; Maintain a clean workstation by placing all trash items directly into the designated waste containers located underneath the sorting line. %CB; Keep a sharp eye out for any biohazard items; if found, stop and notify a supervisor or manager immediately. Requirements & Qualifications %CF; Ability to follow step-by-step Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). %CF; Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy when separating different types of linen. %CF; Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and lift/move packages and carts. %CF; Good communication skills to partner with teammates and report issues to supervision.
Primero Staffing is the Power Behind Your Workforce, specializing in high-quality staffing solutions for the supply chain. We provide manufacturing and warehouse workforce management solutions and temp staffing to businesses in North Carolina, Northern Georgia, and Southern Virginia.
