Assembler, General

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

The General Assembler job involves material assembly, equipment operations, decision making, ability to show attention to quality detail work, and the ability to multitask. An employee that is dedicated to safety, quality and meeting the needs of our customer.

LOCATION AND SCHEDULE

Durham, NC- On Site

Monday-Friday 7: 30 AM – 3: 30 PM

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow standardized procedures to operate machinery used in the production process and/or to assemble parts on an assembly line.
• Perform general manual activities and tasks in an industrial environment.
• Operate machinery to assist in the production process
• Assemble materials and equipment as required to perform assigned tasks.
• Meet daily production goals.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with all safety guidelines, procedures, and regulations.
• Inspect products to verify conformance to quality standards
• Complete equipment checks for all equipment prior to the start of production
• Perform manual dexterity work involving the use of fingers, hands, arms, and legs
• Inspect, pack and label per customer specifications using safe work practices.
• Moderate Lifting
• Prolonged sitting or standing
• Contribute to a diverse team, working toward a common goal.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior manufacturing and production experience preferred.
• Basic reading and math skills.

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

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)