Jobs
BSC Cashier - Cannon
The San Antonio Lighthouse is seeking a cashier who serves as the team member for all functions of point of sales transactions. Must work closely with all store personnel to provide quality customer service and communicate with customers as required. This position is on a Military installation.
•Greet and assist customers when they enter the store; first line of customer contact
•Operate the Counterpoint point of sales system
•Receive and process payment from customer – credit card and customer account sales
•Process customer orders, backorders, drop shipments
•Assist customers with unique and hard to find items
•Sweep and clean the sales counter and surrounding area as needed
•Assist in stocking as needed
•Assume additional responsibilities, perform additional duties, and complete special projects as assigned
•Work with store management to create a safe, clean, healthy work environment
QUALIFICATIONS:
•Must be legally blind
•High School diploma or equivalent
•Basic math skills
•Ability to stock shelves
•Ability to read credit card numbers (if needed with the aid of a magnifier)
•Must be able to lift 20 lbs
•Must be able to stand for long periods of time
•Must be able to speak and write in English
•Basic computer and key boarding skills
The San Antonio Lighthouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Affirmative Action Employer.
Pay $8 - $8.50 per hour depending on experience.
Contact Phone: 210-533-5195
Product Engineer
PRODUCT MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
The Product Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for launch, process improvement, documentation, cost reduction and implementation of lean principles and techniques of new and existing products.
JOB FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Production line processing
Warehouse reorganization
Specification and purchase of equipment and tooling
Creation of poka-yokes
Training
Labor Standards
Bills of Material
5-S and continuous improvement initiatives
Assume additional responsibilities, perform additional duties and complete special projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification in Time and Motion Study
Lean manufacturing experience and/or certification
Launch budget management
Workplace organization/layout
Process Flow, Operation instruction and Process Failure Mode Evaluation development
Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis
ISO/QS/TS quality system experience
AS9100 experience a plus
Proven track record of cost reduction activities both individually and as a leader of a team
Five (5) years experience in a manufacturing environment; knowledge of cut and sew, light assembly, aerospace and government contracts a plus
Three (3) years experience in program/project management activities
Ability to communicate, coordinate and collaborate with members of the cross-functional team, support and production personnel in order to meet customer’s quality and delivery expectations within budget parameters
Excellent computer skills
Ability to do intermediate level mathematical calculations
Ability to work both independently and in teams
Ability to assume leadership role in regard to special projects and duties
Ability to read blue prints
Ability to operate a computer with Windows 2000, Access, Word and Excel
Must be able to write own correspondence
San Antonio Lighthouse is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Contact Phone: 210-533-5195
BSC Stocker Altus
JOB SUMMARY:
The stocker is the team member responsible for all stocking activities in the store. Must work closely with all store personnel to provide quality customer service and communicate with customers as required. This position is on a US military installation.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Stock shelves – Cases on shelves must be kept neat and labeled. Stacks should not be too high for customers to reach
Stock Rotation – all products must be rotated as needed. Be aware of dates and changing of labels
Shopping carts – Always be ready to get carts from the parking lot: when asked by the manager, clear the parking lot and arrange carts neatly in the cart corral.
Remove empty boxes as needed throughout the shift
Sales floor/warehouse – keep neat and orderly and sweep and mop sales floor as needed
Operate the cash register as required
Back stock must be kept neat and orderly and merchandise clearly identified
Work with store management to create a safe, clean healthy work environment
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.
Possess a valid driver’s license. (if delivering)
Ability to perform warehousing functions.
Ability to operate forklift, palletjacks, and dollies.
Knowledge of basic math.
Ability to speak English.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Must pass physical exam
Contact Phone: 210-533-5195
BSC Assistant Manager - Lackland
JOB SUMMARY: Assists the BSC Manager in the daily operation of a Base Service Center which provides expendable/non-expendable supplies, material and equipment to a variety of customers. Coordinates all general business and logistical matters which typically includes accounting, budget preparation and control, personnel coordination, activities planning, building maintenance, purchasing, printing, data processing coordination, marketing and related activities.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assists the BSC Manager in the daily business operations of the store.
• Provides orientation to new employees.
• Utilizes point of sale system to track sale, inventory and bar coding, establish and implement marketing program to improve and increase customer satisfaction.
• Responsible for the coordination of the receipt, storage and/or distribution of supplies, materials and equipment sold through the Base Service Store.
• Responsible for inventory control procedures that account for the receipt, storage and shelf stocking of all items sold through the Base Service Store.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work and customer service areas.
• Responsible for maintaining Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and will furnish them to customers upon request.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the BSC Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Three years of retail store related to point of sale system, shipping/receiving, marketing, sales, shelf stocking, and customer service programs.
• Recent experience in retail sales of office supplies.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of retail store operations, management, supervision and logistical operations.
• Ability to coordinate and direct a variety of administrative activities.
• Ability to establish priorities and meet operational deadlines.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in utilizing point of sale system for sales inventory management
• Ability to form effective working relationships.
• Ability to plan, assign, supervise and evaluate personnel.
• Ability to speak and write English.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
SAN ANTONIO LIGHTHOUSE, A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION, IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Contact Phone: 210-533-5195
BSC Assistant Manager - Randolph
JOB SUMMARY: Assists the BSC Manager in the daily operation of a Base Service Center which provides expendable/non-expendable supplies, material and equipment to a variety of customers. Coordinates all general business and logistical matters which typically includes accounting, budget preparation and control, personnel coordination, activities planning, building maintenance, purchasing, printing, data processing coordination, marketing and related activities.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assists the BSC Manager in the daily business operations of the store.
• Provides orientation to new employees.
• Utilizes point of sale system to track sale, inventory and bar coding, establish and implement marketing program to improve and increase customer satisfaction.
• Responsible for the coordination of the receipt, storage and/or distribution of supplies, materials and equipment sold through the Base Service Store.
• Responsible for inventory control procedures that account for the receipt, storage and shelf stocking of all items sold through the Base Service Store.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work and customer service areas.
• Responsible for maintaining Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and will furnish them to customers upon request.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the BSC Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Three years of retail store related to point of sale system, shipping/receiving, marketing, sales, shelf stocking, and customer service programs.
• Recent experience in retail sales of office supplies.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of retail store operations, management, supervision and logistical operations.
• Ability to coordinate and direct a variety of administrative activities.
• Ability to establish priorities and meet operational deadlines.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in utilizing point of sale system for sales inventory management
• Ability to form effective working relationships.
• Ability to plan, assign, supervise and evaluate personnel.
• Ability to speak and write English.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
SAN ANTONIO LIGHTHOUSE, A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION, IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Contact Phone: 210-533-5195
HR Generalist
Job Summary: Responsible for Recruitment, Safety and Training for all the Lighthouse employees.
Recruitment:
• Create and maintain recruitment plan for all hiring activities.
• Plan and conduct job fairs.
• Create and maintain waiting lists and assessment logs.
• Advertise for open positions through various sources.
• Establish and develop new resources for employment; maintain recruitment database of contacts.
• Maintain applicant tracking database.
• Work with hiring officials to screen resumes and schedule interviews.
• Meet with temporary agencies to fill positions in plant, staff and base service centers as needed; maintain contact lists. Negotiate with agencies to obtain best rates. Maintain weekly update of temporary employees.
• Assist, one on one, visually impaired applicants in employment application process.
• Conduct background checks and drug tests for potential applicants.
• Conduct all new hire orientations.
Safety:
• Hold quarterly safety meetings.
• Arrange quarterly fire drills and maintain log.
• Schedule and conduct, if necessary, yearly required safety training for all employees and new hires i.e. PPE, Blood Borne Pathogens, Hazcom etc.
• Monitor elevator inspections and safety supplies.
• Administer safety incentive program.
Training:
• Plan and organize all “Lunch and Learn” brown bag events.
• Schedule and conduct, if necessary, required training. Coordinate training classes as needed such as, computer courses, Blindness Sensitivity and CPR/First Aid.
• Enter all training records into HR personnel system.
• Administer on-line training program.
Qualifications:
• BA in Human Resources or Business Administration preferred. Will consider equivalent work experience.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred.
• At least three years in Training, Human Resources, and/or Recruitment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and knowledge of proper grammar and punctuation.
• Willingness, ability and desire to communicate, interact and work with individuals with multiple disabilities and diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain decorum in the highly confidential nature of HR work.
• Proficient computers and software skills, including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, and job specific software.
• Willingness to speak in public forum with good public speaking ability.
• Sense of urgency with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to efficiently prioritize workload to accomplish multiple tasks and deadlines.
The San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind, a non-profit organization, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Contact Phone: 210-533-5195
Benefits Coordinator
JOB SUMMARY:
Administer Lighthouse benefit plan to include medical, dental, vision, long term disability, life insurance and long term care. Manage workers’ compensation program. Monitor and oversee FMLA and LOA usage.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Benefits Plan:
Assist employees with questions, problems and concerns regarding benefits and insurance plans.
Notify and work closely with insurance broker for qualifying events; i.e. changes, additions, deletions, billing etc.
Schedule meetings, one on one, with new employees prior to the insurance eligibility date to review the insurance plan and complete enrollment paperwork.
Distribute insurance packages and insurance cards as needed.
Input all enrollment information into HR personnel system.
Process SBS deductible reimbursement claims.
Notify broker regarding COBRA benefits for terminated employees and issue portability forms for life insurance benefits.
Process long-term disability and long-term care requests and maintain log.
Process death claims; visit with beneficiaries to explain benefits; contact funeral home and provide portability paperwork.
Prepare and code all benefit related invoices. Review monthly billing statements for accuracy.
Primary point of contact to coordinate open season enrollment.
Maintain medical file for each employee.
Workers’ Compensation:
One of the first responders to a workplace accident. Assess the situation, determine and coordinate proper course of action and arrange medical treatment if necessary.
Transport injured employee, if necessary, to medical treatment facility.
Obtain accident/incident report from supervisor.
Conduct accident investigation with recommendations to prevent future accidents.
Assist with the company safety program as needed.
Brief the safety committee on recent workplace accidents.
File the first report of injury to workers’ compensation carrier.
Work closely with insurance carrier, treating medical provider and claims adjuster as necessary; ensure cases are closed appropriately.
Follow up and stay in regular contact with injured employees.
Coordinate with the employee’s supervisor to review work restrictions and available light duty accommodations.
Maintain OSHA 300 log and OSHA 301 Injury and Illness Incident Report Forms. Prepare end of year OSHA 300A summary.
Generate Run Loss Reports.
Maintain workers’ compensation file for each injured employee.
FMLA and LOA:
Issue initial FMLA and/or LOA paperwork to employees that request them, ensuring that the employee meets eligibility requirements.
Follow-up with the employee to ensure the FMLA and/or LOA paperwork is received back in the proper timeframe to ensure job protection.
Work directly with the employee’s supervisor to ensure time away from work is coded properly in timeforce.
Issue letters to employees indicating that they have been granted either FMLA or LOA, the amount of hours remaining and when the employee is required to return to work.
Immediately follow-up with employees that do not return to work as expected from FMLA or LOA and notify the supervisor and HR Manager.
Prepare bi-weekly reports for the supervisor with the amount of FMLA hours remaining for each affected employee.
Maintain a FMLA and/or LOA file for each affected employee.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Must be bi-lingual (English/Spanish).
At least two years of experience in Administration or Human Resources.
Direct experience with and knowledge of insurance plans, workers’ compensation and FMLA regulations.
Excellent written and verbal communication and knowledge of proper grammar and punctuation.
Willingness, ability and desire to communicate, interact and work with individuals with multiple disabilities and diverse backgrounds.
Ability to maintain decorum in the highly confidential nature of HR work.
Proficient computers and software skills, including word-processing, spreadsheets, databases, and job specific software.
Sense of urgency with excellent attention to detail.
Excellent follow-up skills.
Ability to efficiently prioritize workload to accomplish multiple tasks and deadlines.
Must be trained in CPR and First Aid.
Willingness to be one of the first responders to a workplace accident.
The San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind, a non-profit organization, is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Contact Phone: 210-533-5195
