Glattbrugg
Shift Supervisor / Laundry Operations Mechanic (m/f/d)
- 12 November 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- German (Fluent)
About the job
CWS Hygiene is the market leader in washroom hygiene and a pioneer in sustainability within our industry. You have probably already seen us in the washrooms of restaurants or noticed our doormats at the entrances of shops. You can find us everywhere – whether on site or on the street, where you regularly see our pink service vehicles. To strengthen our team in the hygiene sector, we are looking for you!
Your tasks as
Shift Supervisor / Laundry Operations Mechanic (m/f/d)
In your role as Shift Supervisor Laundry, you are responsible for ensuring the quantitative production volume as well as compliance with the quality requirements of the material to be produced. You organise and coordinate the workflows in the laundry, assign the tasks to the employees, and ensure a smooth and efficient production process. Through your structured way of working, you ensure that production targets are met and quality standards are maintained.
Your role with us as Shift Supervisor Laundry
- You ensure the flawless functioning of all machines and equipment, troubleshoot faults, and repair defective towel rolls. You also support maintenance work and help to minimise production interruptions
- You ensure the timely provision of the produced material from the sewing and roll laundry for the service and guarantee a smooth production process
- You monitor and optimise the processes in the laundry, coordinate the washing process, and ensure efficient workflows
- You regularly check the quality of the products produced in the roll laundry. Furthermore, you ensure the proper cleaning and disinfection of the machines in accordance with applicable hygiene regulations
- You record production data in the sewing department as well as in the finishing area of the roll laundry and ensure reliable documentation. Additionally, you take on administrative tasks in the CWS laundry area as needed
- Training new employees in the sewing department is also part of your duties, where you teach them the necessary workflows and skills
How do you ensure that we provide the best service?
At CWS Hygiene, we believe it is crucial that you fit both personally and culturally with us. You have a passion for service solutions, want to be the best, and bring a high level of commitment.
- You impress with assertiveness, organisational talent, and an independent, structured way of working
- Reliability, resilience, and flexibility characterise you and help you keep an overview even in hectic situations
- You have very good German skills at level C1 and are fluent in German both spoken and written
- A completed mechanical or electrical training as well as sound technical knowledge enable you to independently identify and resolve faults in the washing systems
- You bring good IT skills and use them for recording production data as well as administrative tasks. Cost-conscious behaviour is natural for you
- Willingness to work shifts in early and late shifts is a matter of course for you. English skills are an advantage but not a requirement
What do we have to offer you
Working at CWS Hygiene means being part of a dynamic and challenging environment where no day is like the other. As part of a large European company, you have the opportunity to learn a lot and continuously develop yourself. Our core values: The customer comes first, we support each other, improve every day, take responsibility, and strive for success.
- Short decision-making paths – plus a team culture where you share knowledge and experience with your colleagues and coaches from day one
- Your performance pays off: you will be offered an attractive remuneration package
- A good company pension scheme, 5 weeks’ holiday, and other company benefits await you
- We take you along on our success path as market leader with an established portfolio, ongoing innovations, and future-oriented hygiene solutions
About CWS Hygiene:
With innovative, sustainable, and digitalised service solutions, CWS Hygiene ensures health, safety, and protection in the workplace and public spaces. The complete solutions include hand and toilet hygiene from small washrooms to large sanitary facilities as well as clean entrance and exit areas with mats in building complexes, public buildings, and industrial plants. CWS Hygiene stands for sustainability: thanks to its rental model, the company offers its customers a so-called "circular economy" and thus commits to a healthier and safer future.
Currently, CWS employs 11,500 people in 15 countries. CWS International GmbH and its subsidiaries are owned by Franz Haniel & Cie. GmbH.
More information at https://www.cws.com/hygiene
Does that sound exciting?
Then apply now by submitting your complete application documents by clicking the "Apply" button. We look forward to getting to know you!