Lead Worker, Production

LCI; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Ten paid holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

On-site Health and Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

LCI in Durham, NC is seeking an assembly production associate to support major production functions in the assigned department. You will contribute to meeting production goals, adhere to work instructions, and train others as needed while standing the full shift, with a 75 lb lift requirement.

Join a purpose-driven team that values safety, reliability, and quality. This on-site role offers regular daytime hours and opportunities for hands-on growth within a supportive manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Basic reading and math skills required.
• Ability to collect and enter production numbers electronically.
• Able to train others to complete assembly tasks.
• Commitment to following work instructions and policies.
• Willing to cover areas during employee absences.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with manager and coworkers as directed by the Dept. Supervisor.
• Assist to meet production goals and cover areas during absences.
• Ensure quality products are produced efficiently.
• Observe safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Production data entry

Train others

Quality focus

Communication

Safety compliance

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.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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