Temporary Inventory Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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 in Spokane, WA as a Temporary Inventory Control Clerk for our shipping department. This is an ideal role for someone who has a year or more inventory experience in a manufacturing warehouse setting as well as strong attention to detail, communication, and  folklift experience. 

*** Please Note:  This is a temporary position based on current business needs.  The duration of the assignemt will depend on those needs.  While there may be an opportunity for future employment, continued or permanent employment is not guaranteed. 

Purpose:

Receives, stores, and distribute items such as materials, tools and products throughout the warehouse and manufacturing facility. Ships items per purchase order, work order, sales order or shipping requests forms.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize various software programs and customer portals to ship items per purchase order, work order, sales order or shipping request forms.
• Picks material to fill work orders and MRs to support manufacturing.
• Loads and unloads trucks.
• Receives finished goods and components into inventory.
• Transfers, sorts, identifies and marks materials and items from receiving or production areas for storage in designated locations.
• Assists in the input of inventory transactions into ERP system or KARDEX, recording amounts of material(s) or item(s) received or distributed.
• Assists in pulling, labeling and verifying finished goods pulled for shipping picks.
• Participates in annual fiscal year-end inventory count.
• Operates warehouse equipment such as forklift, pallet jack, weight counting scales, stretch wrap machine and Dock Locks.
• Performs duties in conformance to company BMS and AS9100/ISO standards and procedures.
• Maintains a safe, clean and orderly workplace.
• 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.
• Must maintain a good driving record with no major violations and remain insurable with Lighthouse auto insurance.
• Minimum one year experience in manufacturing warehouse setting preferred.
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions. Effective overall communication skills.
• Accurate counting, basic math skills including strong ability to use calculator.
• Basic data entry and familiarity with computerized inventory systems.
• Forklift certification, preferred.
• Ability to maintain courteous and positive relations with internal and external customers.
• Good prioritization and organizational skills.
• Able to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.
• Strong ability to work in a Team oriented environment.
• Ability to interact with a diverse group of workers in a positive and respectful manner.
• Working knowledge or willingness to learn American Sign Language preferred.
• Ability to stand up to 8 hours with standard rest-periods.
• Ability to perform work assignments requiring repetitive motions.
• Ability to work schedule as assigned.

Company benefits may include:

• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• Up to 17 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year
• Medical, Dental, and vision plans
• Long-term and short-term disability, AD&D
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 6% employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Team Member Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Leave for Service Animal Training
• Focus on Upward Mobility
• Inclusive and Supportive Team Environment

The 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.