Bag Handler at Alsco in Atlanta, Georgia

Job Description:

Job Summary: The Bag Handler loads bags of soiled linen onto rail/conveyor systems to provide sort/count work stations with bags for processing. Assists sort/count workstations as needed. Transfers soil linen slings/carts to washroom or clean linen slings/carts to Flatwork area. May clean empty carts, and performs other tasks as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Lift and load bags of soiled linen onto rail/conveyor systems.


• Transfer slings/bags/carts to other departments.


• Assist sort/count workstations as needed.


• Meet efficiency and safety standards for the position.


• Follow instructions as directed by supervision.

Additional Functions:

• Clean carts/bins as needed.


• Keep work area clean.


• Work in other production positions as needed.

Qualifications:

• Recognize colors and sizes, count accurately.


• Meet physical requirements of job.


• Recognize colors, sizes and different product.


• Comprehend and follow direction.

Typical Physical Activity:

• Physical Demands consist of standing, walking, reaching overhead, pushing, pulling, grasping, constantly lifting up to 100 lbs., seeing, hearing and stooping.


• Physical Requirements consist of being able to meet the physical demands for the entire shift.

Typical Environmental Conditions:

• Production areas of a typical industrial laundry facility, which includes variations in temperature, odors, humidity, lint and dust. Soiled linens come from a variety of customers such as restaurants, hotels, medical facilities and shops.

Revised: 03/12/2021

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