Lead Worker, Production

LCI; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

LCI in Durham, NC is seeking a Lead Worker, Production to oversee major production functions in the assigned department. The role runs Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4 PM, within a mission-driven environment serving the visually impaired community.

You will supervise and train team members, ensure quality and safety, and support production goals while maintaining adherence to company policies and work instructions. This position emphasizes reliability and hands-on leadership in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Some education with basic reading and math skills.
• Ability to collect and electronically enter production numbers.
• Perform and train others to complete all tasks in the assembly side of assigned department.
• Assist as needed to meet production goals.
• Ensure work instructions and other company policies are adhered to.
• Cover any areas necessary during employee absences.
• Work with Supervisor to verify quality product is produced in efficient manner.
• Will cover for supervisor in his/her absence, excludes disciplinary actions and time approval.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to communicate with manager and co-workers. As specifically directed by Dept. Supervisor.
• Direct supervision consists of checks by the Department Supervisor during each shift.

Skills

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

Basic reading & math

Job description

About LCI

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.

Job Details

Description

Lead Worker, Production

About LCI

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

Facilitate the performance of the major production functions in assigned department.

LOCATION AND SCHEDULE

Durham, NC

Monday-Friday 7:30 AM – 4 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Must be able to communicate with manager and co-workers. As specifically directed by Dept. Supervisor. Direct supervision consists of checks by the Department Supervisor during each shift.

Qualifications

• Some education with basic reading and math skills. Ability to collect and electronically enter production numbers.
• Perform and train others to complete all tasks in the assembly side of assigned department.
• Assist as needed to meet production goals.
• Ensure work instructions and other company policies are adhered to.
• Cover any areas necessary during employee absences.
• Work with Supervisor to verify quality product is produced in efficient manner.
• Will cover for supervisor in his/her absence, excludes disciplinary actions and time approval.
• Requires the ability to stand and walk for the entire shift. Requires the ability to perform all jobs in the assigned area. Requires the ability to bend from the waist to retrieve raw materials from pallets at ground level. Must be able to lift up to 75lb. repeatedly throughout shift. Must be able to reach high enough to carry product overhead as necessary. Must be able to effectively communicate standard methods to complete all area tasks. Must be able to gather and report production numbers and other data for system entry.
• Other duties as assigned.

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 InsuranceTen paid holidays annually
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-site Health and Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)