Production Worker I

VIA, Visually Impaired Advancement; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Production Worker I to join their dynamic team in the Industries department. This role involves hands-on production tasks, including assembling materials, operating machinery, and ensuring quality control of finished products. The ideal candidate will thrive in a diverse environment and possess strong communication and organizational skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful work while supporting individuals with disabilities. If you are detail-oriented and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or machine operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble materials to produce sub-assemblies or finished products.
• Operate machinery and perform quality checks on products.
• Label and pack finished goods for shipping.

Skills

Hand tool operation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Sewing machine

Fabric cutter

Basic hand tools

Job description

VIA, Visually Impaired Advancement is seeking Production Worker I for the Industries department. Under the direction of the Director of Manufacturing, this position is primarily responsible for performing tasks involved in the direct labor of production, storage, and distribution of materials/products.

Essential Functions:

• Cuts, folds, clips, hooks, or otherwise assembles materials to produce sub-assemblies or finished products from raw materials
• Utilize hand-operated tools/equipment/machines to complete production/assembly of finished products (e.g. basic hand tools.)
• Operation of machinery (e.g. sewing machine, fabric cutter, or filling equipment)
• Perform basic testing and quality checks on assembled products prior to packaging
• Label and pack finished goods into correct packages and boxes
• Place finished goods on designated pallets or areas and prepare for shipping
• Follow appropriate notification procedures
• Assist with storage and inventory of goods and raw materials in the warehouse

Competencies:

• Must be able and comfortable in utilizing tools/equipment (e.g. basic hand tools)
• Must be comfortable working with a diverse population
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills, flexible, detail-oriented, and ability to retain information
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Demonstrate active listening
• Work in an environment where priorities frequently change
• Succeed in completion of duties when unsupervised
• Demonstrate basic counting
• Demonstrate good and ethical judgment in performing position duties

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred
• Experience working in manufacturing/line production/machine operation preferred
• Ability to provide documentation of legal blindness preferred

TO APPLY, Utilize the following link: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=56200614-5fae-4608-85a8-396fe1d0f78f&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=433999&source=CC2&lang=en_US

VIA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability needing special accommodations to the application process please call Human Resources.