Company: Benchmark Human Services
Location: Fort Wayne, IN
Category: Industrial Operations
Wage: n/a
Sign-On Bonus: n/a

Description:

Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE – those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the Focus Area Manager, the Production Assistant will perform direct labor and material handling duties. In addition, the supervisor may assign specific quality control/inspection duties relating to the industrial services being performed. The Production Assistant will assist the Focus Area Manager or Team Leads in tracking inventory and the development of fixtures to assist in production operations.

BENEFITS:

• Flexible schedule (PT, FT and various hours)
• Wages based on experience
• Sitting work options
• Health and dental insurance
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Various shifts and locations
• Advancement opportunities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help maintain good production flow through the workshop to meet customer requirements on a timely basis by assisting with direct labor duties
  • Direct labor duties to include, but not limited to assembly, cleaning, and machine operation.
• Perform material handling duties to include but not limit to:
  • Wrapping of pallets

  • Packaging of finished goods

  • Labeling of cases/pallets

  • Inventory of materials and finished goods

  • Reorganizing materials for production
• Perform inspection duties as assigned to include but not limited to:
  • Visual inspection
  • using go/no go gauges
  • weigh counting
• Work with Team Leaders in job set-ups and client training as needed.
• Assist Management and Team Lead staff in the development of fixtures for uses on the production floor.
• Organize and maintain a housekeeping program on the production floor (raw materials, work in process and finished goods).
• Maintain and respond to a general awareness of safety in the work area.
• Assist with client service needs as requested.
• Reasonable suspicion of a crime against an ICF/MR resident must be reported to Indiana State Department of Health and Law Enforcement (Elder Justice Act).
• Report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation immediately to supervisor or department head.
• Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of all individuals.
• Report to work as scheduled.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must be able to work with minimal supervision (“self starter”).
• Must be able to perform inventory counting and recording.
• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be able to follow work instructions.
• Able and willing to work in a non-integrated work setting

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be familiar with or willing to learn basic hand tools (screwdriver, drill, hammer, etc.)
• General understanding of basic housekeeping and maintenance taks
• Veterans and individuals with disabilities encouraged to apply

 

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates can apply online at www.BenchmarkHS.com/Careers