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Linen Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL (NOW HIRING)

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

Dryfold Worker

Skokie, IL · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

Dryfold Worker

Skokie, IL · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

Dryfold Worker

Skokie, IL · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

Dryfold Worker

Skokie, IL · On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

Janitor

Skokie, IL · On-site

$17/hr

NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven ...

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How much do linen manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for linen manager in Chicago, IL is $50,626.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,490.00 and $55,939.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a linen manager?

A Linen Manager oversees the procurement, storage, distribution, and maintenance of linens in hospitality, healthcare, or other industries. They ensure an adequate supply of clean, high-quality linens while managing inventory, budgets, and vendor relationships. Responsibilities may include supervising laundry staff, implementing hygiene standards, and coordinating with other departments to meet linen needs. Effective linen management helps maintain operational efficiency and enhances customer satisfaction.

What does a linen manager do?

A typical day for a Linen Manager involves overseeing the collection, cleaning, distribution, and inventory of linens across the facility, ensuring that all areas have a consistent supply of quality linen products. Linen Managers coordinate closely with housekeeping, nursing, and facilities teams to address linen needs and resolve any shortages or issues promptly. They often supervise a team of attendants, conduct regular audits, and maintain records to monitor usage and costs. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and clear communication to keep operations running smoothly and support the service standards of the entire organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a linen manager?

To thrive as a Linen Manager, you need strong organizational skills, inventory management experience, and a background in hospitality or healthcare operations, often supported by relevant vocational training or supervisory experience. Familiarity with linen tracking software, laundry equipment, and safety compliance standards is essential. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help you manage teams and collaborate effectively with other departments. These skills ensure efficient linen operations, high standards of cleanliness, and seamless service delivery in demanding environments.

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Infographic showing various Linen Manager job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,626 per year, or $24.3 per hour.

Production Supervisor

SRI Healthcare

Skokie, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Get to know us: NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven linen management control system that measures and monitors linen utilization by department to eliminate excess internal costs. NOVO's wide range of service programs offer a variety of options to provide a seamless, single source distribution system. NOVO's regional healthcare linen facilities are HLAC accredited and operate with state-of-the-art processing equipment and processes.
Lead and Grow with Us!
NOVO Health Services is a leading provider of healthcare linen solutions, delivering a fresh and innovative approach to the industry. Our focus on patient experience, infection prevention, and operational excellence enables us to improve linen quality while reducing overall program costs for our healthcare partners.
With HLAC-accredited facilities and a commitment to continuous improvement, NOVO is redefining how healthcare linen programs are managed across the country.
NOVO Health Services is seeking a hands-on 1st Shift Production Supervisor to lead daily operations within the Soil department, driving performance across safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement.
This role is responsible for overseeing a team of production associates on 1st shift, ensuring efficient workflow, regulatory compliance, and consistent service delivery to our healthcare partners.
The ideal candidate is a strong floor leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, develops teams, and drives operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Production
  • Lead daily 1st shift production operations within the Soil department to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals
  • Ensure production schedules are met while optimizing labor utilization and workflow efficiency
  • Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Plant Leadership to address operational issues and improve performance

Leadership & Team Development
  • Supervise, coach, and develop production associates to promote engagement, accountability, and teamwork
  • Support onboarding, training, and performance management of production staff
  • Assist with staffing, scheduling, and coverage planning

Safety & Compliance
  • Enforce all safety policies and procedures in compliance with OSHA and NOVO standards
  • Maintain a strong safety-first culture and proactively address hazards and unsafe behaviors

Quality & Performance
  • Monitor quality standards to ensure products meet NOVO and customer requirements
  • Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities
  • Track and communicate key production and safety metrics
  • Support standard work, audits, and compliance initiatives

Qualifications
Required
  • High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a production supervision or industrial/manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrated knowledge of production processes, equipment, and safety protocols
  • Proven experience leading hourly teams and supporting employee development
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
  • Ability to lead in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment

Preferred
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or similar Continuous Improvement certification
  • Experience leading 5S initiatives and Kaizen events in a high-volume environment
  • Prior experience in a healthcare-adjacent or highly regulated manufacturing environment is a plus
  • Experience using ERP or WMS software to track production data and labor
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills

Key Competencies
  • Proven ability to lead hourly production teams and drive accountability
  • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Ability to lead in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment
  • Working knowledge of production processes, equipment, and safety protocols
  • Comfortable giving and receiving feedback and supporting employee development

Physical & Work Environment Requirements
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, and pull for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
  • Ability to work in a noisy, industrial environment
  • Willingness to work 1st shift hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

What we can offer you as a full-time associate:
Competitive pay
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off Program (PTO)
401(k) w/Employer Match
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Medical, Dental, and Vision Programs
Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Why work for Novo Health Services?
NOVO Health Services strives to be the employer of choice in the hospital sterile and hygienically clean linen industry. To do that, we provide a safe, positive work environment where our associates experience tremendous growth and related opportunities for advancement.
Complete an on-line application at www.novohealthservices.com!
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin veteran, or disability status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Drug-Free Workplace.