Apparel/Embroidery Production Specialist

About the role

This position provides you the opportunity to become involved in well-established and successful vocational and pre-vocational programs for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In addition, it will offer the ability to utilize creativity and business strategy to ensure growth and program development.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and management of assigned business area in The Shops (vocational program) for Devereux Adult Services.
• Research and recommend business enhancements and/or contract opportunities.
• Ensure production work and services are completed in a timely manner, in accordance with contract specifications.
• Manage inventory and supplies to ensure efficient operations.
• Collaborate with staff to develop and implement training programs for new hires.
• Monitor and maintain compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Assist in the recruitment and hiring process for new employees.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to staff.
• Prepare and submit reports as required by management.

Qualifications

• At least two (2) years’ professional experience in specialized area (Apparel/Embroidery) is required.
• The production specialist should possess either certification or proven work experience in their specialty area.
• A production specialist should have minimum industry experience and should be able to provide a demonstration of their experience (pictures of previous work, etc.) and be familiar with equipment and industry standards.
• Previous experience working directly with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses, preferred.
• Must possess and maintain valid driver's license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.

Benefits

Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND - the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes tuition and student loan repayment!

Pay

Competitive salary with generous benefits package including medical, dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance are also available.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the program and the individual.