Production Direct Support Professional & Sales Assistant
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Achieva
Bridgeville, DE, US
Summary
This split role involves training individuals with disabilities in production tasks according to Individual Support Plans. Additionally, it supports the sales cycle from lead generation to post-sale follow-up for the packaging business.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Bridgeville Facility - Bridgeville, PA, Salary Range: Undisclosed,
Rate: $16.08/hour
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Hourly
Location: Achieva Pallets and Packaging —Bridgeville, PA
Sign On Bonus: $2,000
Make a Meaningful Impact
Are you a mission-driven individual looking to make a difference in someone’s life? Achieva is seeking a dynamic and energetic professional to support people with disabilities in achieving independence, connection, and personal fulfillment through employment while also supporting business and sales operations. At Achieva, we view employment as a cornerstone of living a life of personal significance. If you have a shared vision for the employment of people with disabilities and want to apply your skills across production support and sales, we welcome you to apply.
About Achieva
For over 70 years, Achieva has been committed to supporting and including individuals with disabilities and their families. We envision a community where everyone leads a life of personal significance. Achieva provides personalized services and opportunities that respect each person’s unique aspirations.
Position Summary
The Production Direct Support Professional and Sales Assistant serves in a split role at Achieva Pallets and Packaging in Bridgeville. As a Production DSP, this role trains team members on a discrete range of task assignments in accordance with Individual Support Plans (ISP) and production schedules. As a Sales Assistant, this role plays a critical part in supporting the sales cycle from lead generation to post-sale follow-up, serving as a primary point of contact for clients and providing exceptional customer service. Reports directly to the Plant Manager (DSP duties) and Sales Manager (Sales Assistant duties) within the Employment Supports department.
Key Responsibilities
Production Direct Support Professional
Supports the achievement of individuals' personal outcomes.
Implements the Individual Support Plan (ISP) by providing direct supervision and training support to assigned Team Members.
Maintains all required ISP documents addressing task assignments and implementation strategies, reporting results daily to the Plant Manager.
Implements production plans and schedules while adhering to delivery dates, labor, material, quality standards, and target productivity levels.
Assists in initial job set-up and the development of production standards as required.
Compares actual workflow implementation to the proposed production plan daily, suggesting method or job set-up alterations when appropriate.
Reports productivity information, behavioral changes, equipment difficulties, and safety issues as assigned.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in industry, manufacturing, or Human Services.
Knowledge of production methods, manufacturing standards, and basic sales support processes.
Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License.
Required clearances: Act 33 (Child Abuse), Act 34 (Criminal Record), and FBI Background Check.
Benefits Include
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low employee contributions
Company-Paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contributions after one year
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and family support
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays to support work-life balance
Why Join Achieva?
Purposeful Work: Empower individuals with disabilities through hands-on employment training while driving key business and client success.
Supportive Culture: Be part of a values-based, inclusive team guided by Respect, Passion, Ethics, Change, and Teamwork.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Achieva advocates with, empowers, and supports people with disabilities and their families throughout their lives.Achieva is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to creating a workplace and community where all individuals feel respected, included, and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
To request a reasonable accommodation, contact our Human Resources Department at 412-995-5000 ext. 650 or email [email protected].
VISION:
Achieva envisions a community where all people with disabilities lead lives of personal significance.
MISSION:
Achieva advocates with, empowers, and supports people with disabilities and their families throughout their lives.
CORE VALUES:
Respect: Value and celebrate everyone.
Passion: Be dedicated to Achieva’s mission and vision.
Ethics: Infuse integrity, quality and best practices in everything we do.
Change: Embrace and drive innovation toward inclusive person-centered practices.
Team: Inspire, challenge and support each other.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
Person Centered: Create and nurture a culture throughout ACHIEVA that promotes person-centered thinking and planning and in how we provide support.
Advocacy: Ensure that advocacy remains a foundational part of the organization, is supported by sustainable funding and staffing, and focuses on individual advocacy and important system advocacy issues.
Impact: Identify, develop and pursue new and innovative initiatives that stretch Achieva’s abilities to fulfill its vision and mission.
Staff: Implement enhanced strategies to attract, develop and retain the highest quality staff.
Diversity: Develop and pursue a diverse and inclusive culture throughout the organization.
Technology: Leverage technology to enhance all aspects of the organization and services/supports.
Advancement: Develop and pursue an advancement agenda that enhances Achieva’s financial position, community presence and leadership.
Founded
1951
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
VISION:
Achieva envisions a community where all people with disabilities lead lives of personal significance.
MISSION:
Achieva advocates with, empowers, and supports people with disabilities and their families throughout their lives.
CORE VALUES:
Respect: Value and celebrate everyone.
Passion: Be dedicated to Achieva’s mission and vision.
Ethics: Infuse integrity, quality and best practices in everything we do.
Change: Embrace and drive innovation toward inclusive person-centered practices.
Team: Inspire, challenge and support each other.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES:
Person Centered: Create and nurture a culture throughout ACHIEVA that promotes person-centered thinking and planning and in how we provide support.
Advocacy: Ensure that advocacy remains a foundational part of the organization, is supported by sustainable funding and staffing, and focuses on individual advocacy and important system advocacy issues.
Impact: Identify, develop and pursue new and innovative initiatives that stretch Achieva’s abilities to fulfill its vision and mission.
Staff: Implement enhanced strategies to attract, develop and retain the highest quality staff.
Diversity: Develop and pursue a diverse and inclusive culture throughout the organization.
Technology: Leverage technology to enhance all aspects of the organization and services/supports.
Advancement: Develop and pursue an advancement agenda that enhances Achieva’s financial position, community presence and leadership.
Founded
1951
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
