Employment Type: Full-time
Location: 63 Creek Farm Plaza, Colchester VT 05446
Shift: 5:30 am to 1:30 pm Monday – Friday
Wage: $18.00 to $20.00
Job Summary
The Dry Cleaning Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining dry-cleaning machines and related equipment to clean garments and other fabrics safely and efficiently. The operator ensures that clothing is properly sorted, cleaned, dried, and inspected according to fabric type, care-label instructions, and company quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Opening production facility and starting equipment for the day.
- Operate dry-cleaning machines and related laundry equipment according to established procedures.
- Sort garments by fabric type, color, cleaning requirements, and care-label instructions.
- Inspect clothing for stains, damage, missing buttons, and other issues before cleaning.
- Pre-treat stains using appropriate cleaning solutions and techniques.
- Select the correct cleaning cycle, temperature, solvent, and machine settings for each load.
- Load and unload garments safely and efficiently.
- Monitor machine operations and report unusual noises, leaks, malfunctions, or other equipment issues.
- Ensure garments are thoroughly cleaned and properly dried.
- Inspect cleaned garments for quality and identify items requiring additional treatment.
- Follow all safety procedures for handling cleaning solvents, chemicals, and equipment.
- Keep machines, filters, workstations, and the surrounding area clean and organized.
- Meet daily production targets while maintaining high standards of quality and garment care.
Qualifications and Skills
- Previous experience operating dry-cleaning machines or industrial laundry equipment preferred.
- Knowledge of garment fabrics, stain removal, and dry-cleaning procedures is an advantage.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to identify machine problems and report maintenance needs.
- Good time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to follow chemical-handling and workplace safety procedures.
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift or move laundry loads as required.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a dry-cleaning facility or commercial laundry environment. The position may involve prolonged standing, repetitive movements, exposure to heat and steam, and handling cleaning solvents and chemicals. Appropriate protective equipment and established safety procedures must be followed.
Performance Expectations
- Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
- Produce consistently clean, well-maintained garments.
- Minimize garment damage, cleaning errors, and unnecessary rework.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Meet established production and quality standards.
