Repair Lead

Austin Lighthouse for the Blind; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Austin Lighthouse for the Blind in Austin, TX seeks a Fabric Repair Lead to supervise floor activities in the fabric repair department, operate power sewing machines, and ensure repairs meet TAB/Army standards.

The role requires coaching the repair team, maintaining stock of materials, entering daily production data for reporting, and applying safety guidelines while upholding the organization’s LIGHT core values.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in fabric repair and sewing preferred.
• Ability to supervise a floor team and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead floor activities in the Fabric Repair department.
• Operate power sewing machines to repair military apparel and related fabric articles.
• Enter daily production data to generate reports.
• Maintain stock of repair materials and supplies.
• Coach and motivate the repair team and enforce safety policies.
• Communicate policies and updates to staff.

Skills

Industrial sewing

Fabric repair

Quality control

Data entry

Team coaching

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Power sewing machines

Job description

About Us

Ausitn Lighthouse for the Blind a non-profit organization, was founded in 1934 by Dr. Henry L. Hilgartner and other civic‑minded citizens of Austin to provide a setting where blind men and women could come to learn skills and create products that were sold door to door.

Today, Austin Lighthouse for the Blind stays true to the mission established in 1934 by providing opportunities for economic and personal independence for people who are blind, visually impaired, or deaf blind by creating, sustaining, and improving employment. We continue to grow and expand the services we provide to blind Texans.

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403(b) retirement plan; health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance; employee assistance program; life insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; employee appreciation events; and more.

About Us

Ausitn Lighthouse for the Blind a non-profit organization, was founded in 1934 by Dr. Henry L. Hilgartner and other civic‑minded citizens of Austin to provide a setting where blind men and women could come to learn skills and create products that were sold door to door.

Today, Austin Lighthouse for the Blind stays true to the mission established in 1934 by providing opportunities for economic and personal independence for people who are blind, visually impaired, or deaf blind by creating, sustaining, and improving employment. We continue to grow and expand the services we provide to blind Texans.

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403(b) retirement plan; health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance; employee assistance program; life insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; employee appreciation events; and more.

Responsibilities

• Leads floor activities in the Fabric Repair department.
• Operates power sewing machines to sew, alter, or repair military apparel, backpacks, and assigned fabric articles.
• Assists with entering data from the previous day's work that tracks repair production of the fabric specialist, which helps create and generate daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly reports.
• Maintains adequate stock of repair material and supplies within the fabric repair area.
• Assists the Supervisor in determining which items are economically repairable based on cost-benefit analysis.
• Verifies product is up to TAB/Army standards and corrective actions.
• Coaches, mentors, and motivates the team for productivity and positive morale and engagement.
• Communicates the company policies, announcements, and general information to employees using a variety of methods, including 1-1s, Huddles, Staff Meetings, and Paycom.
• Promote TAB's Safety and Security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Hold self and others accountable for behaving in accordance with TAB's Core Values of Leadership, Integrity, Growth & Innovation, Heart and Teamwork (LIGHT).
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of all repair's raw materials
• Ability to manage the repair team day-to-day floor operations
• Quality control and techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong ethics and discretion with confidential or sensitive information
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Demonstrates sound work ethic
• Possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity

Supervisory Responsibility

• Ability to train, mentor, and inspire teams for positive results. No direct reports but assist supervisor as needed.

Communication & Contacts Required

• Employees, departments, managers, executives, vendors, community members

Decision Making/Judgment Required

• Make decisions as per Standard Operating Procedures and Company Policies

Minimum Education And Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of working on a computer
• Having strong dexterity capabilities to grasp, assemble, and manipulate objects.
• The ability to stand or sit for 7-8 hours a day.
• Lift 10-25 lbs. items/products repeatedly.
• Endure extreme temperatures in a warehouse setting.
• Navigate safely in small or large areas/environments.
• Ability to be in a stationary position (stand/sit) for 4-8 hours
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, adjust position for 30% of time

Additional Notes

• Background Check and Drug Screen required
• Internal and external applicants accepted
• Verifiable documentation of ability to work in the US

Individuals who are blind or visually impaired are encouraged to apply

AUSTIN LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND, A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Austin Lighthouse for the Blind provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetics or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, TAB complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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