VIB Production Associate I - #BVIIR032

DHRM • Richmond, VA

9d

About The Position

Virginia Industries for the Blind (VIB) provides quality employment opportunities for qualified Virginians, especially those who are blind. Its mission is to employ and develop Virginians who are blind, visually impaired, or deaf-blind so they can achieve their desired level of employment through the manufacture and delivery of quality products and services.

The Production Associate I supports timely and accurate fulfillment of goods according to customer requirements. Work may include folding, sorting, stuffing, counting, assembling, and packing goods and materials, along with production and material handling, safety, quality, housekeeping, and completing mandatory training. Other duties or special projects may be assigned by a supervisor.

The position follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It has no shift work, no weekends, and all state holidays off. The role is nonclassified and exempt from the Virginia Personnel Act.

Requirements

• Experience with mail sorting and working around mail equipment.
• Professional attitude and skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to multitask with little supervision.
• Basic hand dexterity skills.
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Ability and willingness to accept and embrace change.
• Ability to meet fast-paced production goals as assigned.
• Ability to manage time, including work and attendance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with persons with visual impairments.
• Manufacturing work experience.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill goods accurately and on time according to customer requirements.
• Fold, sort, stuff, count, assemble, and pack goods and materials.
• Perform production and material-handling duties.
• Follow safety and quality practices and maintain housekeeping standards.
• Complete all mandatory training as assigned and on time.
• Complete other duties and special projects as assigned or directed by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Annuity-based retirement plan (not VRS).
• Leave and holiday pay provided by VIB.
• Jointly paid health and life insurance benefits.
• Optional employee-paid supplemental plans.
• Reasonable accommodation available during the application and interview process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed