Role Overview

Imagine starting your day in the vibrant heart of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where the sun-kissed beaches meet bustling industry. At Cintas, a Fortune 500 powerhouse headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, we're on the hunt for dedicated Production Associates – Garment/Linen/Bulk Product Folders for our Rental Division. This temporary full-time role on the 1st shift is your entry point into a dynamic world of precision, teamwork, and rewarding performance incentives. As a Product Folder, you'll be the unsung hero behind crisp, perfectly folded uniforms, linens, and bulk products that keep over one million businesses across the United States Ready™ for the workday.

Your core mission? Fold customer products with meticulous care, either by hand or using state-of-the-art industrial folding machines. Count each bundle accurately, package them for seamless delivery, and keep your workstation spotless. This isn't just a job; it's a performance-driven opportunity where meeting – and smashing – production standards unlocks higher hourly incentives. Picture this: your effort directly translates to greater earnings in a fast-paced environment that values speed, safety, and quality. Requisition number 219746 is your ticket to join a team that's as reliable as the services we provide, from uniforms and mats to safety products and first aid essentials.

In Fort Lauderdale's thriving Rental Division location at ZIP code 33312, you'll contribute to Cintas' legacy of helping businesses stay clean, safe, and professional. Whether it's folding linens for hotels along the coastline or garments for local service crews, your role ensures every customer opens their doors with confidence. No prior experience? No problem. We're looking for enthusiastic individuals ready to dive into a role that demands attention to detail, physical stamina, and a cooperative spirit.

Day in the Life

Your shift kicks off at dawn in the humming production facility, the air filled with the rhythmic whir of folding machines and the camaraderie of your team. After clocking in, you head to your station, where carts brimming with freshly cleaned garments, linens, and bulk products await. The scent of fresh laundry mingles with the salty breeze wafting from nearby Fort Lauderdale waterways – a reminder you're in one of Florida's most dynamic cities.

First task: inspect incoming loads. You push heavy carts or bins to your folding area, stretching and bending as needed. With practiced hands, you feed items into the industrial folder or manually crease shirts, towels, and mats to perfection. Speed is key in this schedule-driven setting, but accuracy is non-negotiable – each fold must meet Cintas' exacting standards. As bundles stack up, you count them precisely, bundling 50 uniforms here, 100 linens there, ready for route drivers to whisk away to eager customers.

Mid-morning brings a quick team huddle, where supervisors share production targets. The incentive structure lights a fire: hit the baseline, earn your base pay; exceed it, watch your hourly rate climb. Lunch is a well-deserved break in the break room, swapping stories about weekend beach trips to Hollywood Beach or plans for the next Everglades adventure. Afternoon ramps up – repetitive motions become second nature as you maintain a blistering pace, all while wiping down surfaces to uphold cleanliness protocols.

By shift's end, your area gleams, quotas are crushed, and you've contributed to keeping Fort Lauderdale's businesses impeccably presented. It's physically demanding – standing for hours, reaching high, turning swiftly – but the satisfaction of a job well done, plus those performance bonuses, makes it all worthwhile. End your day knowing you've played a part in Cintas' mission, perhaps eyeing permanent opportunities within this Fortune 500 giant.

Why Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, isn't just a location; it's a lifestyle. Known as the 'Venice of America' for its intricate canal system and 165 miles of waterways, this coastal gem in Broward County offers more than 7 million annual visitors and a year-round population pushing 180,000. Work at Cintas here, and you're minutes from white-sand beaches like Fort Lauderdale Beach, where you can unwind after folding thousands of beach towels ironically destined for local resorts.

The city's economy pulses with tourism, marine industries, and tech startups, making it a hub for service-based roles like yours. Proximity to Miami and Palm Beach means endless networking, while the ZIP 33312 area blends industrial efficiency with suburban charm. Affordable housing, diverse cuisine from Cuban spots in nearby Hialeah to fresh seafood shacks, and events like the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show keep life exciting. Traffic? Manageable with Brightline rail links. Weather? Sunny 3,000 hours yearly. Choosing Cintas in Fort Lauderdale means balancing rewarding work with paradise living – kayaking Las Olas canals one day, crushing production goals the next.

Fort Lauderdale's growth mirrors Cintas' expansion, with new developments in Port Everglades fueling demand for our uniform and linen services. Join us, and become part of a community that's as vibrant as the Atlantic sunsets.

Career Growth

Temporary doesn't mean temporary future at Cintas. Excel as a Production Associate, and doors swing open to permanent roles like Production Supervisor, Route Driver, or even Sales Representative. Our Rental Division is a launchpad: high performers often transition within months, leveraging job tryouts as real-world auditions. Cintas invests in you – safety training, machine operation certifications, leadership workshops – building skills for advancement across our 500+ U.S. locations.

From folder to facility manager? Stories abound of entry-level partners rising through ranks, fueled by our promote-from-within culture. In Fort Lauderdale, tap into regional opportunities in Florida's booming service sector. Track your progress via performance metrics; exceed incentives consistently, and promotions follow. Cintas' Nasdaq-traded stability (CTAS) ensures growth paths backed by a $7B+ revenue machine.

Compensation & Benefits

Earn competitively with a performance twist: base pay plus incentives for surpassing folding quotas. Temporary full-time means steady hours, paid tryouts, and potential for higher earnings. While specifics vary, top performers pocket more through efficiency bonuses. Benefits include equal opportunity policies, safe workplaces, and access to Cintas' employee programs. Background checks are fair – criminal history doesn't auto-disqualify.

Culture

Cintas culture is Ready™: respectful, hardworking, collaborative. We're a team where politeness and cooperation thrive amid fast paces. Safety first, fun second – think team lunches and recognition for top folders. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we celebrate diversity, from all backgrounds, united in keeping America clean and professional.

How to Apply

Ready to fold your way to success? Submit your application for requisition 219746. Expect resume review, interviews, and a compensated job tryout – your realistic preview. Top candidates advance to background and drug screens. This posting stays open at least five days; apply now for Fort Lauderdale, Florida!

FAQ

Q: Is this a permanent position? A: It's temporary full-time, with strong potential for permanent based on performance.

Q: What shifts are available? A: 1st shift, full-time schedule.

Q: Do I need experience? A: No, but strong work ethic and physical ability are key.

Q: How do incentives work? A: Meet standards for base pay; exceed for higher hourly rates.