Handler I, Material

LCI; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Ten paid holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

On-site Health and Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

LCI is seeking a warehouse associate to load, unload, and move materials within and around the plant. The role involves reading work orders, packing materials, and using hand trucks and forklift operations (license required) to ensure safe, efficient movement of goods.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma or equivalent, 3–6 months related experience or training, and good reading/writing skills. Monday–Friday schedule with a 7:30 AM–3:30 PM shift is provided.

Qualifications

• Three to six months related experience and/or training, preferred.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience; good reading and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Load materials into vehicles and install strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
• Read work orders or follow oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
• Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand.
• Convey materials from storage or work sites to designated area using hand truck or pallet jack.
• Count, weigh, and record number of units of materials moved or handled.
• Attach identifying tags or labels to materials or mark information on cases, bales, or other containers.

Job description

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,” store 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

Load, unload, and move materials within or near plant, yard, or work site by performing the following duties.

LOCATION AND SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Load materials into vehicles and install strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
• Read work orders or follow oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
• Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand.
• Load materials into vehicles and install strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
• Convey materials from storage or work sites to designated area using hand truck or pallet jack.
• Count, weigh, and record number of units of materials moved or handled.
• Attach identifying tags or labels to materials or mark information on cases, bales, or other containers.
• Load truck for Industrial Truck Operator.
• Stack or assemble materials into bundles and band bundles together.
• Clamp sections of portable conveyor together or place conveyor sections on blocks or boxes to facilitate movement of materials or products.
• Lift heavy objects by hand or with power hoist, and clean work area, machines, and equipment to assist machine operators.
• Shovel loose materials such as sand, gravel, metals, plastics, or chemicals, into machine hoppers or into vehicles and containers such as wheelbarrows, scrap truck, or barrels.
• Operate industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products. (Requires a company forklift license.)
• Maintains a regular and reliable level of attendance.
• Interacts with co‑workers in a cooperative and professional manner.
• Adheres to company policies and procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Three to six months related experience and/or training, preferred.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience; good reading and writing skills. Prior manufacturing experience preferred.

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)

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