SOIL SORTER

Shift:

First Shift

Hours:

5:30AM-1:30PM

MAJOR PURPOSE OF THIS JOB:

Primary responsibility is for sorting and preparing all soiled linen coming from hospital accounts.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

· Able to understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).

· Open laundry carts and empty hamper bags onto sorting table.

· Sort linen by fabric type.

· Accurately weigh sorted loads and send linen to washers via negative air system as well as operate laundry

equipment in either automatic or manual mode.

· Identify instruments, sharp items, hospital-owned linen and other foreign objects and place them in appropriate

receptacles.

· Place empty laundry carts in cart wash and operate washing machinery.

· Deposit all instruments and other washable, returnable objects in wash rack and process through dishwasher or

commercial washer, as well as wash all stainless basins.

· Completely clean and disinfect soil sort area at end of shift.

· Mentor / train fellow associates.

· May perform some or all of the duties.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

· Work is performed in a fast-paced indoor area with little exposure to dust and high temperatures; moderate

exposure to excessive noise; climate-controlled environment; and controlled access.

· Frequent exposure to bio-hazardous materials and strong odorous chemicals or elements.

· Must wear personal protective equipment while in decontaminated areas.

· Travel required up to 0% of time.

EXPEREINCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: (List the minimum requirements for the position.)

· Previous production/laundry experience or shipping linen work may be considered a substitute for education.

· 1 to 2 years of experience in manufacturing, production, or service industry preferred.

· Able to follow directions and procedures accurately.

· Detail-oriented, organized and efficient.

· Able to keep accurate records of laundry poundage by hospital.

· Good mechanical aptitude.

· Able to meet productivity standards and work quickly.

· Able to multitask.

· Self-motivated / Self-starter.

· Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.

· Ability to read and understand applicable Standard Operating Procedures.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: (List the minimum requirements for the position.) · High school diploma or GED preferred.

Pay: $10.00 per hour

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $10