Laundry Supervisor
Location: Oak Lawn, IL
Job Type: Full Time
Company: Core Linen Services
Job Description Apply Now
The Laundry Supervisor plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of laundry services within healthcare facilities. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the laundry department, making sure that all linen and laundry needs are met to the highest standards of cleanliness and timeliness. The Laundry Supervisor ensures that all production employees are working in a safe environment while maintaining optimum productivity and service quality. This role is essential to the overall function of the healthcare facilities, as it directly supports patient care and comfort by delivering clean and sanitized linens on a consistent basis.
Working as a Laundry Supervisor, you will be tasked with preparing and managing work schedules for production employees, assigning daily tasks, and monitoring productivity to ensure departmental goals are achieved. You will provide coaching, counseling, and corrective action as needed to maintain a high-performing team. Additionally, the Laundry Supervisor is responsible for accurately recording and reporting daily fill rates, which helps support operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Safety is a top priority in this role; ensuring a secure work environment for all employees is crucial.
The Laundry Supervisor will work closely with Operations Managers and Production Managers to communicate any issues or challenges that arise in laundry operations. You will be expected to propose and help implement solutions to improve workflow and productivity. Direct supervision of plant employees and the laundry department is required, promoting a collaborative and supportive working environment. The supervisor's leadership is essential for maintaining morale, building strong teams, and ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
To excel in this role, candidates should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective teamwork and problem-solving. The ability to quickly identify issues, propose viable solutions, and execute corrective actions is highly valued. The Laundry Supervisor must be organized, able to establish and adjust priorities as needed, and demonstrate initiative and flexibility in daily operations. A background in operations and supervisory roles, particularly within laundry or facilities management, is preferred.
The ideal candidate will have proficiency in using Windows-based office software, such as Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. An associate's degree in a related field is preferred, but candidates with relevant experience will be considered. The supervisor is expected to manage multiple priorities and shifts, ensuring that all assigned tasks are completed efficiently and on time.
This Laundry Supervisor position offers the opportunity to work within major healthcare facilities, each presenting unique challenges and opportunities for professional growth. The role provides valuable experience in team leadership, operational management, and service delivery within a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are committed to excellence, safety, and customer service, and you are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare support services, we encourage you to apply by clicking the job application button today.
Laundry Supervisor - Summary- Supervises daily laundry operations in healthcare facilities
- Ensures high standards of cleanliness and timely linen distribution
- Leads and supports a team of production employees
- Promotes a safe and efficient work environment
- Prepare work schedules for production employees in the laundry department
- Assign daily work tasks and monitor staff productivity
- Record and report daily fill rates for accountability and improvement
- Provide coaching, counseling, and corrective action as needed
- Ensure all work is completed in a safe and compliant manner
- Collaborate with Operations and Production Managers to address operational issues
- Implement solutions to improve productivity and service quality
- Supervise and support laundry staff to foster teamwork and morale
- Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Opportunities for career development and advancement within the organization
- Supportive work environment with a focus on employee well-being and safety
- Associate’s degree in a related field preferred
- 1 to 3 years of combined operations and supervisory experience required
- Proficient with Windows-based office software (Microsoft Office Suite)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to multi-task, set priorities, and demonstrate leadership
- Problem-solving abilities and initiative to implement solutions
- Ability to make decisions regarding production, distribution, and scheduling
- Demonstrates a collaborative and team-oriented approach
- Exhibits a strong sense of responsibility, urgency, and flexibility
- Shows leadership and initiative in daily operations
- Capable of effective problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
- Brings prior supervisory experience in operations or laundry management
- Position involves overseeing laundry operations in major healthcare facilities
- Opportunities to work with diverse teams in a supportive and collaborative environment
- Role offers pathways for career advancement within healthcare support services
- Applicants are encouraged to apply by clicking the job application button to join a dedicated team committed to excellence