Cloth Washer

The safest answer contains a desire to be regarded as a true professional and team player. As far as promotion, that depends on finding a manager with whom you can grow. Of course, you will ask what opportunities exist within the company before being any more specific: “From my research and what you have told me about the growth here, it seems operations is where the heavy emphasis is going to be. It seems that’s where you need the effort and where I could contribute toward the company’s goals.” Or, “I have always felt that first-hand knowledge and experience open up opportunities that one might never have considered, so while at this point in time I plan to be a part of [e.g.] operations, it is reasonable to expect that other exciting opportunities will crop up in the meantime.”

laundry and dry cleaning worker responsibilities are to load articles into washers or dry-cleaning machines, or direct other workers to perform loading; sort and count articles removed from dryers, and fold, wrap, or hang them; remove items from washers or dry-cleaning machines, or direct other workers to do so; examine and sort into lots articles to be cleaned, according to color, fabric, dirt content, and cleaning technique required; start washers, dry cleaners, driers, or extractors, and turn valves or levers to regulate machine processes and the volume of soap, detergent, water, bleach, starch, and other additives;

receive and mark articles for laundry or dry cleaning with identifying code numbers or names, using hand or machine markers; inspect soiled articles to determine sources of stains, to locate color imperfections, and to identify items requiring special treatment; clean machine filters, and lubricate equipment; operate extractors and driers, or direct their operation; determine spotting procedures and proper solvents, based on fabric and stain types; mix and add detergents, dyes, bleaches, starches, and other solutions and chemicals to clean, color, dry, or stiffen articles;

pre-soak, sterilize, scrub, spot-clean, and dry contaminated or stained articles, using neutralizer solutions and portable machines; apply bleaching powders to spots and spray them with steam to remove stains from fabrics that do not respond to other cleaning solvents; apply chemicals to neutralize the effects of solvents; sprinkle chemical solvents over stains, and pat areas with brushes or sponges to remove stains; mix bleaching agents with hot water in vats, and soak material until it is bleached; test fabrics in inconspicuous places to determine whether solvents will damage dyes or fabrics; hang curtains, drapes, blankets, pants, and other garments on stretch frames to dry; iron or press articles, fabrics, and furs, using hand irons or pressing machines; identify articles' fabrics and original dyes by sight and touch, or by testing samples with fire or chemical reagents; operate dry-cleaning machines to clean soiled articles; mend and sew articles, using hand stitching, adhesive patches, or sewing machines; spray steam, water, or air over spots to flush out chemicals, dry material, raise naps, or brighten colors; rinse articles in water and acetic acid solutions to remove excess dye and to fix colors; immerse articles in bleaching baths to strip colors; match sample colors, applying knowledge of bleaching agent and dye properties, and types, construction, conditions, and colors of articles; dye articles to change or restore their colors, using knowledge of textile compositions and the properties and effects of bleaches and dyes; spread soiled articles on work tables, and position stained portions over vacuum heads or on marble slabs; wash, dry-clean, or glaze delicate articles or fur garment linings by hand, using mild detergents or dry cleaning solutions; start pumps to operate distilling systems that drain and reclaim dry cleaning solvents; operate machines that comb, dry and polish furs, clean, sterilize and fluff feathers and blankets, or roll and package towels; clean fabrics, using vacuums or air hoses.

This can be a great way to stand out from other applicants and demonstrate initiative. Almost every company will have a website, Facebook page, Instagram account, or some sort of digital footprint. Spend a bit of time doing some online research:

☛ If they have a website, check out their “About us” or “Culture/Mission/Vision” pages.

☛ Who are some of the principal people who work there? Who are the founders?

☛ What sorts of things does this company care about? Do they donate to a particular cause or charity? Which one(s)?

☛ What are their core values? Which of their core values resonate with you?

☛ Has the company been in the news recently or have they won any awards (Social Media can be a great place to find this information).

While your interviewer won’t expect you to have in-depth company history, a little here can go a long way.

An innocent question. But a question that if answered improperly, can be a deal breaker. While many individuals will be looking to a new job as a means of increasing their salary, “not being paid well enough at your last job” is not something you want to mention to your interviewer. After all, are you not likely to leave this particular job if you found you could make more down the street?

If you’re currently employed and leaving of your own accord, craft your response around enhancing your career development and a seeking out of new challenges.

If your current employer is downsizing, be honest about it, remain positive, but keep it brief. If your employer fired you or let you go for cause, be prepared to give a brief – but honest – reply. No matter how tempting it may be, or how “unfair it was that they let you go” steer clear away from any and all drama and negativity. Any experienced employer understands that sometimes things happen. Staying positive is key here.