Role Overview

In the bustling heart of Charlotte, North Carolina, Cintas Corporation is on the hunt for a dynamic Uniform Room Manager to lead operations at our state-of-the-art facility in the 28269 zip code area. This pivotal role sits at the intersection of operations, team leadership, and customer service excellence. As Uniform Room Manager, you'll orchestrate the daily rhythm of a high-volume uniform processing center, ensuring that thousands of uniforms flow seamlessly from cleaning to delivery for businesses across the Queen City and beyond.

Picture this: every morning, you step into a humming uniform room where the air carries the fresh scent of laundered fabrics. Your team of skilled associates looks to you for direction as they sort, inspect, and prepare garments for Charlotte's thriving industries—from hospitality giants in Uptown to manufacturing powerhouses in the west side. This isn't just a job; it's a command center position where your decisions directly impact customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. With Cintas serving over one million businesses nationwide, your role contributes to a legacy of reliability and readiness.

The Uniform Room Manager at Cintas in Charlotte, North Carolina, embodies leadership in action. You'll implement robust policies that streamline workflows, hire top talent to build a cohesive team, and foster relationships with key clients who rely on us to keep their workforce looking sharp and professional. Travel up to 40% of the time means you'll visit customer sites, troubleshooting on the spot and strengthening partnerships face-to-face. If you thrive in environments where every day brings new challenges and rewards, this career at Cintas offers the perfect platform.

Day in the Life

Your day as a Uniform Room Manager at Cintas in Charlotte, North Carolina, begins at 6:30 AM with a steaming cup of coffee from the break room overlooking the facility's loading docks. The first shift buzzes with energy as you review overnight production reports on your tablet, noting any inventory discrepancies from the previous evening's deliveries. By 7:00 AM, you're on the floor, conducting a quick safety huddle with your team of 10-15 associates, reinforcing protocols and celebrating yesterday's on-time delivery wins.

Moving through the uniform room, you inspect sorting stations where garments arrive soiled from local restaurants and construction sites. 'Quality first,' you remind your team, demonstrating proper stain treatment techniques. By mid-morning, you're in back-to-back meetings: one with the production supervisor to align on volume forecasts, another via Microsoft Teams with sales reps discussing a major new account from a Bank of America contractor needing 500 uniforms weekly.

Lunch is a working affair—grabbing a quick bite while reviewing employee performance metrics in Excel. Post-lunch, hands-on management takes center stage: training a new hire on the inventory management system, resolving a customer complaint about a delayed order (which you personally deliver that afternoon), and optimizing rack layouts to shave minutes off processing times. Afternoons often include travel—perhaps a 30-minute drive to a Dilworth hotel to audit their uniform usage and upsell mat services.

As the shift winds down around 4:00 PM, you wrap up with payroll approvals, shift scheduling for the week, and a final walkthrough ensuring the room gleams for tomorrow. Driving home through Charlotte's vibrant skyline, you reflect on the 98% customer satisfaction score your team hit this week. It's demanding, rewarding, and positions you as the backbone of Cintas' Charlotte operations.

Why Charlotte, North Carolina

Charlotte, North Carolina, isn't just a city—it's a booming metropolis pulsing with opportunity, making it the ideal location for a Uniform Room Manager career at Cintas. As the second-largest banking center in the United States after New York City, home to Bank of America and Wells Fargo's East Coast operations, Charlotte demands impeccable uniforms for its professional workforce. The city's rapid growth—population surging past 900,000—fuels industries from finance to NASCAR racing at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, all relying on Cintas' services.

Living and working here means embracing a perfect blend of Southern hospitality and urban excitement. Uptown Charlotte dazzles with skyscrapers, world-class dining at spots like The Fig Tree, and cultural gems like the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Families love Discovery Place Science museum, while outdoor enthusiasts hike the nearby U.S. National Whitewater Center. The cost of living remains reasonable compared to coastal cities, with median home prices around $400,000 and no state income tax on Social Security benefits.

Charlotte's strategic location—midway between New York and Atlanta via I-77 and I-85—facilitates your 40% travel requirement effortlessly. The Charlotte Douglas International Airport, one of the busiest hubs, connects you nationwide. Diverse neighborhoods like NoDa for artsy vibes, Ballantyne for upscale living, and Plaza Midwood for trendy eats make it family-friendly. With over 300 sunny days annually, mild winters, and a thriving job market adding 10,000 jobs yearly, Charlotte positions you for personal and professional success at Cintas.

Career Growth

Cintas invests heavily in your ascent. Starting as Uniform Room Manager in Charlotte, North Carolina, doors open to district management, regional operations leadership, and even corporate roles in Cincinnati, Ohio headquarters. Our proven track record: 70% of managers promoted internally within three years. Access Cintas University for leadership certifications, mentorship programs pairing you with VPs, and annual performance reviews charting your path.

Real stories abound—John started in Charlotte's uniform room five years ago, now oversees five North Carolina locations. Skills honed here—team building, P&L management, customer strategy—transfer seamlessly upward. With 40,000+ employee-partners nationwide, networking opportunities abound at national conferences. Charlotte's facility, a growth hub, frequently launches satellite operations, giving you first dibs on expansions.

Compensation & Benefits

Earn competitive pay reflecting your experience, plus performance bonuses tied to metrics like on-time delivery and customer retention. Cintas' benefits outshine industry norms: four medical plans (one free), dental/vision below national averages, 401(k) with 4% match, profit sharing, and ESOP making you an owner. Fully paid life, disability, AD&D insurance; generous PTO starting at 18 days; holidays off. Plus, skills training propels your career without out-of-pocket costs.

Culture

Cintas' culture in Charlotte, North Carolina, revolves around Ready for the Workday®—empowering employee-partners to excel. Expect camaraderie through team barbecues at the nearby lake, recognition awards, and an open-door policy from location GM to CEO. Diversity thrives; we're proud Equal Opportunity Employers. Safety-first mindset, fun incentives like uniform design contests, and work-life balance define us. Join a Fortune 500 family valuing integrity, innovation, and impact.

How to Apply

Ready to lead in Charlotte? Visit Cintas' careers site, search requisition 219876, submit your resume highlighting management experience. Our team reviews applications within 48 hours; top candidates interview on-site. Prepare to discuss leadership philosophy and travel willingness. Background check and driving record review required. Positions fill fast—apply today!

FAQ

What shift hours are typical? First shift, approximately 6:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday-Friday, with flexibility for customer needs.

Is relocation assistance offered? For qualified external candidates, yes—discuss during interview.

What's the team size I manage? 5-20 associates, scaling with business volume.

Are uniforms provided? Yes, laundered free through our services.