What are the responsibilities and job description for the VIB Production Associate II - #BVIIC064 position at Commonwealth of VA Careers?
Title: VIB Production Associate II - #BVIIC064
State Role Title: VIB Associate
Hiring Range: Anticipated starting salary mid $20,000s to high $20,000s
Pay Band: UG
Agency: Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired
Location: Blind & Vision Impaired
Agency Website: https://www.dbvi.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Manufacturing opportunity at its best. Monday-Friday, 7:30-4:00. No shift work, no weekends and all state holidays off.
Job Duties:
Virginia Industries for the Blind (VIB) is a dynamic, ever evolving $50 million social enterprise that offers challenging careers including production, services, retail, sales, customer service, fiscal, procurement, technology, and quality control. VIB is ISO-certified and prides itself on satisfying its customers while saving them money and advancing its mission to create great jobs for Virginians who are blind (or sighted). The Virginia Industries for the Blind is an enterprise division within DBVI. VIB is an accredited affiliate of the National Industries for the Blind, and a manufacturer and distributor of products and services provided under the provisions of the Javits-Wagner-O’Day Act and the Ability One Program.
We are seeking a VIB Production Associate II to perform duties to sew both college and state mattresses and additional products as needed while ensuring quality and following VIB rules and regulations.
Work to meet customer orders by assembling, sewing, and completing various textile products using industrial sewing and production machines. Works with high level of proficiency to produce textile products. Works with supervisor/team leader to coordinate production with delivery schedules. Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have:
Knowledge/Experience:
• Knowledge of operate industrial sewing machines with demonstrated skill.
Skills/Abilities:
• Ability to complete sewing projects independently.
• Ability to read tape measures and apply the information during sewing or lamination of products.
• Good verbal communication skills,
• Ability to understand production schedules independently.
• Ability to exercise good hand/foot coordination.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time with repetitive lifting and bending.
• Ability to stand 7 hours a day.
• Able to lift and move up to 25 lbs. on a repetitive basis.
• Ability to follow directions and work as a team player.
• Ability to use a Pallet Jack.
Additional Considerations:
- Proficiency in sewing, textile fabrication, or manufacturing.
Special Instructions:
Employees in non-classified positions within the Virginia Industries for the Blind are offered a competitive benefits package that includes an annuity-based retirement plan, leave, and holiday pay that is paid by VIB, as well as jointly paid benefits such as health and life insurance. Employees additionally may enroll in other employee paid supplemental plans.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.
Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Contact Information:
Name: Human Resources
Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Salary : $20,000
