Laundry Seamstress Operator - Berks Heim Nursing & Rehabilitation Center (PT)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs seamstress duties by mending and repairing resident’s garments using commercial sewing machines; does related assigned laundry tasks as required.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions


* Operates commercial sewing machines for mending garments and repairable items for resident use.         


* Prints and attaches resident’s name labels on to their personal clothing and belongings.

        


* Receives, sorts, distributes, and accounts for clothing and linen. 


* Assists laundry in processing clean linen when necessary.

                                                       


* Keeps laundry room and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

                                      


* Maintains and oils machines. 


* Does related laundry tasks as required. 


* Monthly tracking of all linen to be discarded. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Experience in sewing and mending on a volume basis.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:


* Must be 18 years of age with knowledge in operation and care of sewing machines. 


* Ability to keep records and follow oral and written direction.


* Ability to cut material from patterns.


* Ability to handle stress.


* Physical presence in the Facility is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:


* Good physical condition due to the demanding aspects of the job.                              


* Must be able to lift 50 pounds and push and pull carts.                                                            


* Able to sit, 100 % of the time except during breaks.

                                                                

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Must be able to tolerate extreme heat due to the laundry equipment.

This position description serves as a guideline for communicating the essential functions and other information about the position to the applicant/employee.  It is not intended to create a binding employment contract nor cover every detail of the position and may be changed where appropriate.