VIB Production Associate IV - #BVIIC076

Title: VIB Production Associate IV - #BVIIC076

State Role Title: VIB Associate

Hiring Range: Anticipated starting salary mid $20,000s to low $30,000s

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 IV to work meeting customer orders by assembling, sewing, cutting, and completing various textile products using industrial sewing and production machines.

Works with high level of proficiency to produce textile products. Patriciates in ISO Quality program by inspecting finished products and repairing or reporting defective products. Works with supervisor/team leader to coordinate production with delivery schedules. Assist in the storage/movement of new materials or finished products as needed.

Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

Knowledge/Experience:

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to exercise good hand/foot coordination.
• Able to stand 4-6 hours per days with repetitive lifting and bending.
• Ability to complete sewing projects independently.
• Ability to read tape measures and apply the information during cutting, sewing or lamination of products, good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to understand production schedules independently for on time shipping.
• Able to lift and move up to 40 lbs on a repetitive basis.
• Ability to follow directions and work as a team player.
• Ability to use a Pallet Jack.
• Ability to read and understand work orders for packing and shipping.
• Ability to count and do simple mathematic problems for shipping.
• Ability to work independently in the safety wear department.

Additional Considerations:

• Other duties and/or special projects as assigned.
• Completes duties and/or projects as needed or directed by supervisor.

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.