Laundry Manager - Healthcare jobs in Longview, TX

Position Summary • Utilizes protective gear in all appropriate functions • Laundry Workers perform a variety of tasks on varying shifts, including collecting and sorting soiled linen, loading and unloading machines, and folding clean linen. • Operates computer-operated washers and dryers. • Responsibilities include counting and recording the linen processed each day, making proper deliveries to units and, cleaning and sanitizing the work area including; machines, work tables and sorting area. • Performs laundry activities within well established guidelines to ensure that quality standards, safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. • Delivers personal clothing to the appropriate resident. • The overwhelming majority of the laundry worker's job is performed while standing, walking and bending. • The laundry worker is responsible for satisfactory and timely completion of assigned linen, etc. according to schedule. • Reports equipment/cleaning product needs and or malfunctions to supervisor in a timely fashion. • Is responsible for the safe and proper use of detergents and adheres to all safety precautions. • Work involves pulling and pushing, carrying weight up to 50 pounds, twisting, bending and reaching from floor to waist height and from waist to chest level. • Represents Garrison Nursing Home in a positive manner; is able to follow oral and written instructions, is pleasant, tactful and courteous and cooperative with supervisor, co-workers, residents and client staff. • The laundry worker consistently embodies the characteristics necessary to drive the Company's Purpose, Vision, Values, and DNA. Qualifications • A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. • Experience preferred, but on-site training is provided. • Ability to follow oral and written instructions. • Must be able to be at work on time. • Must be able to read, write, and speak English as to be understood effectively by another individual. • Ability to recognize hazards and follow appropriate protective equipment measures, read and understand MSDS sheets, and communicate with coworkers as to such. • Personal cleanliness. • Pleasant, tactful, courteous. • Must be able to fully understand and complete all In-Services. • Must be able to be at work on time. Additional Requirements: • Must be able to lift/carry a maximum of 50 pounds, push/pull a maximum of 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend and walk for extended periods of time. • Must be able to work around food and cleaning products. • Must live in service area. No relocation costs.