Laundry Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Bathing Facility and Cleaning Service Occupations
- Minor : Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers
Summary
Occupation that cleans and dries clothing and fabric products using industrial machines and finishes them with irons or presses.
Description
Laundry workers use large washing machines and dryers to wash and dry clothing and linens in hotels, hospitals, cleaning factories, etc., and finish them using irons and press machines. They handle pre-sorting, stain removal, quality inspection, folding and packaging, and are also required to perform machine maintenance and safety and hygiene management. Shift work including night shifts may be required.
Future Outlook
Demand for linen services in hotels and hospitals, etc., is stable, but labor reduction is progressing due to advances in mechanization and automation. Technical skills and machine maintenance capabilities to maintain high quality are required.
Personality Traits
Physically Strong / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility / Team-oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Laundry Worker → Section Leader/Leader → Foreman/Supervisor → Factory Manager/Facility Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Industrial Washing Machine Operation / Iron Press Machine Operation / Quality Control / Stain Removal Skills
Recommended Skills
Inventory Management System Operation / Machine Inspection and Maintenance / Teamwork Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To cleanly remove stains without damaging the fibers. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is necessary due to frequent handling of heavy objects and standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Original idea generation is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex mathematical calculations are hardly needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Cleaning Technician
Aliases
- Laundry Operator
- Laundry Worker
Related Jobs
- Cleaning Worker
- Laundry Worker
- Press Finisher