What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Worker l Spokane position at THE LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND INC?
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Description
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. transforms the lives of people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities. Through employment opportunities, we are a catalyst for empowerment. We foster self-confidence and instill a life changing affirmation that independence is possible. From our expertise in cutting-edge technology to our understanding of mobility, we help people who are blind and DeafBlind live fulfilling lives.
We believe everyone, no matter their vision abilities, deserves to experience the power of employment. Our goal for each person we reach is to ignite a fire of determination that is centered on the reality that blindness doesn’t define who you are or how you choose to live.
We are currently seeking a person who identifies strongly with our mission and core values to join our team in Spokane, WA as a Production Worker I. This is an ideal role for someone who is dependable, self-motivated and who has good teamwork skills, close ties to our mission, and is comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
Purpose:
To safely assemble and package component parts and finished goods using fixtures, tooling, assembly tables and case sealers to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Ability to understand requirements as instructed to operate assigned machine.
- Assemble component parts to be used for finished goods assembly and manufacturing.
- Ability to read and have a basic understanding of work order operations.
- Assemble, package, label and palletize finished goods to meet customer demands.
- Report problems and equipment issues and needs for raw materials and component parts to setup specialist or lead.
- Accurately count raw materials, component parts and finished goods as required.
- Ensures the adherence to production safety and health standards, policies and procedures by monitoring personnel, machinery and work environment.
- Immediately notify supervisor and/or Safety Manager of any safety and health concerns and problems.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
- Ability to understand and follow safe practices and assembly and packaging instructions.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to stand and move about for up to 8 hours with standard break periods.
- Ability to perform work assignments requiring repetitive motions.
- Ability to work schedule as assigned.
Company benefits may include:
- 12 Paid Holidays per year
- Up to 17 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
- Medical, Dental, and vision plans
- Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D
- Life Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with 6% employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Team Member Referral Bonus Program
- Paid Leave for Service Animal Training
- Focus on Upward Mobility
- Inclusive and Supportive Team Environment
Please note: Under the AbilityOne Program, The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. gives hiring preference to individuals who are legally blind. Any decision to disclose a disability by an applicant related to the hiring preference is completely voluntary. Requesting such information is also a part of our affirmative action efforts. Information that is disclosed will remain confidential. Also, your decision not to disclose disability status will not have a negative impact in the hiring process.
The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, the use of a dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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