Job Description

Status: Part-time, non-exempt

Hours: M-F, 9:00am-4:30pm; work to be completed in-office at above address. 5-6 hour shifts with flexible scheduling available.

Reports to: Production Manager

Job Summary: Under the direction and guidance of the Production Manager, Seedlings' Production Assistant helps with the production of braille books as well as helps facilitate the day-to-day operations of the production department, including assisting volunteers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process braille-only books (training provided) - run braille embossers, run burster machines, bind, check, title, and shelve books
• Assemble print-braille-and-picture books: use paper cutter to cut plastic sheets of braille into pieces and affix each piece under the corresponding print words on each page; check and shelve books
• Support the volunteer coordinator by answering volunteers' questions or directing them to the correct staff member
• Collaborate with other Production and Shipping Assistant(s) to ensure department efficiency and coverage
• Other office duties, as assigned, which may change at any time with or without notice

Minimum Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Braille knowledge or willingness to take an online course to learn basic braille
• Experience with nonprofits a plus
• Computer skills including Microsoft 365
• A desire to help give the gift of literacy to visually impaired children around the world

Key Skills:

• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to multitask
• Excellent communication skills, including written and oral professional communication in person and over the phone
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to be proactive when needs arise
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong organizational & interpersonal skills
• Strong positive attitude

Job Perks:

• Ten paid vacation days yearly
• Health insurance available after 3 months
• Generous PTO available after 3 months
• Generous yearly Sick time package
• Paid parental leave
• Work with a small, collaborative staff at a dedicated small organization with a focus on positive company culture and staff development
• Opportunity for future growth with Seedlings

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods at a computer; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms; the ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

From the beginning, Seedlings' work has always been based on a belief in the value, dignity, and equitable rights of all people. Seedlings is a proud equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind based on ethnicity, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected, non-merit characteristic as outlined by federal, state, and local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

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