Assembler, General

LCI Brand; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

401(k) with match

Paid holidays (10)

Paid Time Off

On-site Health & Wellness

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

LCI Brand in Jackson, MS is seeking an Assembler, General to support material assembly and equipment operations. You will be expected to show attention to quality, safety, and multitasking to meet customer needs.

The role emphasizes communication with co-workers and following standardized procedures while contributing to a diverse team and an efficient production environment.

Qualifications

• Basic reading and math skills required.
• Previous production experience preferred.
• Three to six months related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors and managers.
• Follow standardized procedures to operate machinery used in the production process and/or assemble parts on an assembly line.
• Assemble materials and equipment as required to perform assigned tasks.
• Meet daily production goals and maintain a safe, clean working environment.

Skills

Reading skills

Math skills

Manufacturing experience

Tools

Machinery operation

Job description

Assembler, General

The mission of LCI is to provide meaningful employment for the blind and visually impaired. We accomplish this in four ways:

• EMPLOY: We are one of the largest employers of people who are blind, creating meaningful careers and lasting skills that transform their lives.
• BUILD: We create over 2,000 products and distribute thousands more through manufacturing, retail, nationwide distribution, and e-commerce channels.
• SERVE: Many of our products are sold directly to the federal government. We were pioneers of “base supply centers,” stores on military bases that employ the blind and visually impaired and provide mission-critical supplies to our nation’s military.
• SUPPORT: We want to end blindness forever. To that end, we engage in philanthropic efforts for research into blindness and treatment for the visually impaired.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

The General Assembler job involves material assembly, equipment operations, decision making, ability to show attention to quality detail work, and the ability to multitask. An employee that is dedicated to safety, quality and meeting the needs of our customer.

LOCATION AND SCHEDULE

Jackson, MS

Monday-Friday 7:30 AM – 4 PM

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors and managers. Prior manufacturing experience preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic reading and math skills. Previous production experience needed. Three to six months related experience and/or training.
• Follow standardized procedures to operate machinery used in the production process and/or to assemble parts on an assembly line.
• Perform general manual activities and tasks in an industrial environment.
• Operate machinery to assist in the production process
• Assemble materials and equipment as required to perform assigned tasks.
• Meet daily production goals.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with all safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations.
• Inspect products to verify conformance to quality standards
• Complete equipment checks for all equipment prior to the start of production
• Perform manual dexterity work involving the use of fingers, hands, arms, and legs
• Inspect, pack and label per customer specifications using safe work practices.
• Moderate Lifting
• Prolonged sitting or standing
• Contribute to a diverse team, working toward a common goal.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Why LCI?

• Purpose-driven company driven by principles, not profit
• Reach your highest potential: upward mobility, rewarded through hard work
• Competitive salary and compensation
• Basic Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
• 401(k) with match and Surplus-Sharing Plans
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Ten paid holidays annually
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-site Health and Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)