Production Worker II Defense

The-Lighthouse-For-the-Blind,-Inc-; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is seeking a Production Worker II - Defense at our Seattle, WA facility.

The role emphasizes dependability, self-motivation, and prior production experience in manufacturing, with a focus on mechanical aptitude and textile printing processes. Responsibilities include assembling components, operating printers and loading/unloading parts, inspecting for defects, packing finished pieces, and reporting safety or equipment issues.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to sit for up to 8 hours with standard breaks.
• Ability to perform work assignments requiring repetitive motions.
• Ability to work schedule as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assembles small basic components to meet demand.
• Runs machines for the assembly of components.
• Runs machines that create single components for manufacturing.
• Manually inspects components for defects.
• Packing of individual assembled components per work order requirements.
• Packing and labeling of finished work pieces per work order requirements.
• Reports problems, needs, and equipment breakdowns to lead or supervisor.
• Adheres to production safety standards.
• Immediately notify supervisor and/or Safety Manager of any safety and health concerns and problems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Production experience

Mechanical aptitude

Textile experience

Clicker press experience

Load/unload parts

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Clicker press

Job description

The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. transforms the lives of people who are blind, DeafBlind, and blind with other disabilities. Through employment opportunities, we are a catalyst for empowerment. We foster self-confidence and instill a life changing affirmation that independence is possible. From our expertise in cutting-edge technology to our understanding of mobility, we help people who are blind and DeafBlind live fulfilling lives.We believe everyone, no matter their vision abilities, deserves to experience the power of employment. Our goal for each person we reach is to ignite a fire of determination that is centered on the reality that blindness doesn’t define who you are or how you choose to live.We are currently seeking a person who identifies strongly with our mission and core values to join our team as a Production Worker II - Defense at our facility in Seattle, WA. This is an ideal role for someone who is dependable, self-motivated and who has prior production experience in a manufacturing setting. We also seek a candidate who aligns strongly with our mission and who has a solid mechanical aptitude.The ideal candidate for this role will have textile experience running high volume printers, and machines that require loading and unloading parts. Experience using Clicker press for die cutting of material strongly desired.Purpose:To assemble components either manually or with the use of jigs, tooling, etc. to meet production schedule and customer requirements.Responsibilities:Assembles small basic component to meet demand.Runs various machines for the assembly of components.Runs machines that create single components for manufacturing.Manually inspects components for defects.Packing of individual assembled components per work order requirements.Packing and labeling of finished work pieces per work order requirements.Report problems, needs, and equipment breakdowns to lead or supervisor.Adheres to production safety standards.Immediately notify supervisor and/or Safety Manager of any safety and health concerns and problems.Other duties as assigned.Minimum Requirements:High School diploma or GED preferred.You may be asked to every so often lift up to 40 pounds.Ability to sit for up to 8 hours with standard break periods.Ability to perform work assignments requiring repetitive motions.Ability to work schedule as assigned.Company benefits may include:12 Paid Holidays per yearUp to 17 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per yearMedical, Dental, and vision plansLong-term and short-term disability, AD&DLife Insurance403(b) Retirement Plan with 6% employer matchTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Team Member Referral Bonus ProgramPaid Leave for Service Animal TrainingFocus on Upward MobilityInclusive and Supportive Team EnvironmentThe Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, the use of a dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.