Production Team Partner - Garment Inspector & Hanger

Role Overview

UniFirst is looking for a dependable and diligent Production Team Partner to join the Pre-Tunnel Inspection Department as part of our group focused on quality control. Your primary duties will involve inspecting garments and processing them through the steam tunnel to ensure they meet our strict quality criteria. This is a full-time onsite role with a standard 5-day work schedule, offering weekends off. Immediate openings are available with comprehensive on-the-job training provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Counting garments accurately
• Hanging garments for processing through the steam tunnel
• Performing visual inspection for defects such as tears, holes, stains, or damage
• Carrying out the UniFirst 20-point uniform inspection process to ensure quality standards
• Adhering to safety policies as well as HACCP and medical guidelines
• Assisting with any additional tasks as directed by supervisors or management

Qualifications and Requirements

• Preferably a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum age of 18 years
• Capability to stand through an 8-hour shift
• Effective communication skills for interaction with management
• Basic math skills including understanding of standard American measurements such as weight, volume, and distance
• Ability to lift weights up to 10 lbs and push items up to 25 lbs

Employee Benefits and Work Environment

• On-the-job training with competitive hourly pay
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K with company matching, profit sharing, health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and more
• Employee Assistance Program and tuition reimbursement
• Direct payroll deposit and attractive employee discounts (30%)
• Employee referral bonus programs
• Cross-training opportunities to develop skills in various production areas, promoting career growth
• Work-life balance with a 40-hour work week and weekends off
• Positive and inclusive family-oriented workplace culture
• Diverse work environment embracing different cultures and backgrounds

Additional Information

UniFirst is a global leader in garment services, employing over 16,000 team members and servicing 300,000 client locations across North America and Europe. The company has received notable recognitions, such as being on Forbes' "Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies" list and Selling Power magazine's "Best Companies to Sell For." We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and other legally protected categories.

If accommodations are needed during the application process for disabilities or medical conditions, applicants may request support via our provided contact channels. UniFirst does not request personal financial information during job applications and cautions applicants to stay alert against fraudulent requests.