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Dry Cleaning and Laundry Supervisors  (NOC 6214)
North Shore Region
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Dry cleaning and laundry supervisors supervise and co-ordinate the activities of workers in the following unit groups: <i>Dry Cleaning and Laundry Occupations</i> (6681) and <i>Ironing, Pressing and Finishing Occupations</i> (6682). They are employed by dry cleaning and laundry establishments, fur cleaning establishments, commercial laundries and laundries in hotels, hospitals and other institutions.

dry cleaning supervisor, foreman/woman – laundry and dry cleaning, laundry supervisor, production supervisor, dry cleaning.

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Dry cleaning and laundry supervisors perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Supervise, co-ordinate and schedule the activities of dry cleaning and laundry staff
  • Establish and implement production routines and co-ordinate work activities with other departments
  • Monitor quality and production levels
  • Requisition supplies
  • Hire and train or arrange for training of workers
  • Oversee the cleaning of suedes, leathers and other difficult items.
Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Truro, Amherst, Antigonish, New Glasgow, Oxford, Parrsboro, Pictou, Springhill, Stellarton, Trenton, Westville

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Education & Job Requirements for Dry Cleaning and Laundry Supervisors in North Shore Region

Education and job requirements can vary by region. Workers in regulated occupations require a licence to work legally. Workers in non-regulated occupations do not require a licence, but employers may have other certification requirements.

Local Employment Requirements

Physical Requirements:
- This occupation typically requires good near and far vision and good colour discrimination.
- There is usually a need for workers in this occupation to have the ability to communicate verbally.
- The occupation can involve some physical activity (sitting, standing or walking).
- Strength to handle loads of up to 5 kg may be required.

[Report Publication Date: 2011-06-15 |  Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

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