Production Distribution Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026. Vestis scores B on the Alion truth index.
Overview
Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility. Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate handling of merchandise into and/or out of the laundry facility.
Responsibilities/Essential Functions
Becomes familiar with the garment numbering system (GID) and shipping schedule board
Follows a shipping schedule and knows the initial step to separate garments into routes for specific sort area (first, second, or third)
Removes garments from supply rail, places on the appropriate conveyor or placard hook by route (first sort), by last man numbered (second sort), or by customer number (third sort)
Hangs all shirts of the same route then hangs all pants before proceeding to the next batch/bar
Removes odd garments and places them in the correct space on the odd numbered garment bar
Informs the supervisor of any quality, mechanical, or shipping schedule problems
Watches the end of the supply bars for falling garments and re-hangs fallen garments on appropriate bar
Stops the line when jams or other problems occur further down the line and for breaks
Monitors garments for wrinkles and removes garments not meeting specified quality standards in terms of ink stains, tears, holes, missing buttons, or loose tags
Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to understand all required training, written, and verbal instructions
Working knowledge of basic math skills
Good verbal and/or written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to meet attendance schedule
Working Environment/Safety Requirements
Work is performed in a warehouse setting and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions as well as dust and noise
Work is based on a shift schedule, and may include weekends
Overtime required as needed
Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Position involves repetitive motions over the duration of an entire shift
Requires continuous reaching at shoulder and/or overhead level
Requires the use of hands for grasping and other manipulations
Requires standing and walking for long periods of time
Education
High school degree or equivalent preferred
Location: MC#511 San Jose CA
Compensation: The hourly rate that Vestis reasonably expects to pay for this position ranges from $14 - $21 an hour, depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.