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Acquired by private equity firm Calera Capital in 2018, ImageFIRST serves medical facilities nationwide providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs, and more while managing their clients’ linen inventory for cost management. As leaders in infection prevention, they currently own and operate the most HLAC-accredited facilities in the industry. With one of the highest customer retention rates in the industry - 97% - ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction and making staff happy with our white glove service!\nCheck out our company page: https://www.imagefirst.com/company/\nResponsibilities & Qualifications\nThe Lead Operator's primary responsibility is to act as a liaison to plant leadership in coordinating resources on the production floor. The Lead Operator will ensure that all tasks necessary to complete the load out of product for delivery in their specific department have been completed daily. To be successful, the Lead Operator will monitor the production and productivity of their department throughout the day, communicate needs with other Lead Operator associates and/or leadership, and monitor the safety and cleanliness of the department daily.\nThe Lead Operator is considered a growth promotion from the Production Associate, with intentions of further promoting associates to Supervisory roles.\nThe Lead Operator will be responsible for other tasks, including but not limited to:\nSet the floor at the beginning of the shift and continue to stage resources as needed for daily load-outs\nBreak down items: scan, process/sort, tag and label product \nLoad and unload laundry\nInspect product to see that it meets standards for finishing, stains, and repairs\nHelp track productivity in their respective department\nParticipate in daily production update meetings with production management\nMonitor clean return levels per route per day and report to supervisor any recommendations on reductions\nAssisting with identifying and training a backfill of Lead Operators for any time-off needs\nKnowledge of the proper usage of all production equipment in the plant\nAnalyze and monitor shelf levels for back stock of load-outs \nReport needs in a timely manner to supervisor\nHelp ensure load-outs are completed 100% daily\nCommunicate shortages to supervisor\nOther duties may be assigned depending on area of plant\nKNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:\nAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing \nGeneral computer knowledge required\nBasic math required: addition, subtraction, division, multiplication\nWell-respected by peers and local leadership\nCoachable and flexible to process changes\nMaintain regular, dependable attendance and high-level performance\nFlexibility in scheduling based on volume. Must be available to work overtime during high volume periods if needed\nPhysical ability to continuously stand, stoop, bend, reach, push, and stack merchandise \nLifting requirements up to 30 pounds\nAbility to learn new skills and take on additional job responsibilities as needed\nWORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:\nWorking conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Work involves frequent lifting of materials up to 30 pounds and maintain an active presence on the production floor. Machinery and tool operation require the use of safety equipment/PPE. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.\nCompany Values & Benefits\nRequired Competencies:\nBe Respectful: Value all we come in contact with\nBe Remarkable: Create a positive moment with every interaction\nBe Safe: Keep ourselves and those around us safe\nBe Honest: Be guided by truthfulness in all we do \nBenefits:\nWeekly pay\nMedical, Dental, Vision \nPet, Legal, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance \n401k (match)\nPaid Time Off Package\nPaid Parental Leave\nTuition Reimbursement \nReferral Program\nGreat company culture\nCollaborative team environment \nEOE / Drug-Free Workplace\nWe are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 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