LINEN ASSOCIATE

Description

The Linen Associate is responsible for the cleaning, preparation, organization, and handling of linen inventory used in the Company’s full-service event rental operations. This position plays an essential role in ensuring linens are properly washed, pressed, inspected, organized, and prepared for client events according to Company quality standards.

Linen Associates are responsible for processing a variety of rental linen items, including tablecloths, napkins, runners, chair covers, and related event textiles. Associates inspect items for stains, damage, and overall quality, ensuring all linens are event-ready prior to distribution. This role also includes accurately picking, pulling, staging, and putting away linen inventory while maintaining organization and inventory accuracy within the warehouse.

The Linen Associate must work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, follow written instructions and order documentation, and collaborate effectively with team members to meet operational deadlines and client expectations.

Benefits

• 401k Safe Harbor with Employer 5% match
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance offered
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Potential for overtime

Key Responsibilities

• Wash, dry, fold, and press linens according to Company standards
• Inspect linens for stains, tears, damage, or quality concerns
• Sort and organize linen inventory accurately
• Pick, pull, and prepare linen orders for upcoming events
• Return cleaned inventory to appropriate storage locations
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and warehouse areas
• Follow order sheets, inventory documentation, and written instructions accurately
• Report damaged or missing inventory to leadership
• Operate laundry and pressing equipment safely and appropriately
• Follow all Company safety procedures and operational guidelines

Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds consistently
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, and lift for extended periods
• Ability to safely use ladders and warehouse equipment as needed
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse and laundry environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Ability to read and understand written instructions, order sheets, and numbers
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to manage time effectively and complete tasks within deadlines
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and respectful workplace

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position requires regular standing, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and repetitive hand movements throughout scheduled shifts. Associates must be able to frequently lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds. The work environment may include exposure to heat, humidity, cleaning chemicals, laundry equipment, and warehouse conditions typical of event rental operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws.