Title: VIB Production Associate II - #BVIWEC02 (Wage)
State Role Title: VIB Associate
Hiring Range: Starting wage$12.61/hour commensurate w/ experience
Pay Band: UG
Agency: Dept for Blind/Vision Impaired
Location: Blind & Vision Impaired
Agency Website: https://www.dbvi.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Manufacturing opportunity at its best. Monday-Friday, 7:30-4:00. No shift work, no weekends, and all state holidays off.
Job Duties
The Virginia Industries for the Blind (VIB) is an enterprise division within the Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired (DBVI).
We are seeking a Production Associate II (Wage) to meet customer orders by assembling, completing various textile products using industrial sewing and production machines. Work with high level of proficiency to produce textile products.
Participates in ISO Quality program by inspecting finished products and repairing or reporting defective products.
Works with supervisor/team leader to coordinate production with delivery schedules. Assist in the storage/movement of new materials or finished products as needed.
Other duties and/or special projects as assigned.
Completes duties and/or projects as needed or directed by supervisor.
This is a wage (part-time) position and will work on average of 32 hours a week and can’t exceed 1500 hours during their employment year. This position does not include health insurance, retirement or leave.
Minimum Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
KSA’s and/or Competencies required to successfully perform the work:
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Repetitive lifting and bending of 40 lbs. or more.
• Ability to work independently and complete work orders
• Ability to understand verbal and or written communication
Additional Considerations
- Proficiency in sewing, textile fabrications, or manufacturing desired.
Special Instructions
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during the application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact recruitment@dars.virginia.gov for assistance.
Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
Equal Opportunity Employer State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s New Recruitment Management System. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. PageUp will provide you with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Email: Recruitment@dars.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.