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DEPARTMENT: Human Services - OOD
NORMAL WORKING HOURS: Vary pending assignment
REPORTS TO: Employment Support Supervisor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assist adults with disabilities in identifying employment opportunities, pursuing job leads, and securing competitive employment.
2. Teach and coach job search and networking techniques, interviewing skills, job retention skills and attitudes while providing support, encouragement and feedback to make job advancement more effective.
3. Develops and fosters relationships with community resources and partners.
4. Contact potential employers to determine their personnel needs and arrange interviews for job seekers.
5. Demonstrates knowledge of a broad range of occupations and resources.
6. Address any employment related concerns identified by the employer, individual, referring party or other team members.
7. Maintain accurate case files and submit invoices for services provided


SKILLS & ABILITIES:
1. Pleasant and professional communication skills to all team member and customers
2. Strong research techniques
3. Database management skills
4. Strong interpersonal/ skills to work cooperatively and effectively with individuals and groups
5. Professionalism in conduct, discretion, and maintaining confidentiality of participant information
6. Detail oriented on all documentation
7. Can think outside of the box and love to learn/share new ideas and work to see them practice
8. The ability to deal with sensitive people in time of need
9. Will be able to multi-task while performing different duties


EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
1. Minimum of one year experience in vocational rehabilitation.
2. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (preferred).
3. Previous experience providing employment services required.
4. Coursework or experience in coaching, management/leadership, and social services desirable
5. High School Diploma/GED Required


POST HIRE REQUIRED TRAINING, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATION, LICENSURE:
1. Complete applicable training through the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities
2. CPR, First Aid, and AED Certification
3. Maintain Valid Driver’s License with less than 6 points
4. Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP) after 6 months


QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
1. Negative results of a drug screen test.
2. Satisfactory results of Local and State Records background check.
3. Valid Driver’s License with less than 6 points on Drivers Abstract Record.
4. Satisfactory physical examination.


Disclosure: This position description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the Associate. The Associate is required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the supervisor or designee appropriate to this position description.

The Abilities Connection (TAC) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

At TAC Industries, we are committed to ensuring compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to individuals with disabilities. In instances where state laws and federal regulations conflict, we adhere to the federal ADA regulations. Our transit system is dedicated to providing quality transportation services without discrimination to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We do not condone or tolerate any form of discrimination based on disability by any transit system employee.

Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Employee assistance program, Health insurance, Life insurance, Professional development assistance, Vision insurance
Schedule: First shift, No weekends
Work Location: In person, Clark County, Champaign County, Madison

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DEPARTMENT: Human Resources
NORMAL WORKING HOURS: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
REPORTS TO: HR Manager

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support the HR department with daily generalist tasks
• Maintain employee records, file, and HR databases
• Assist with data entry of onboarding and orientation of new employees
• Schedule interviews, meetings, and training sessions as needed
• Prepare HR documents, reports, letters, and correspondence
• Help ensure employee information remains confidential and accurate
• Assist with termination of employment process
• Coordinate office supplies and general administrative duties
• Assist with any recruiting efforts needed
• HR related projects assigned
• Assist with compliance and company HR policies and procedures
• Use Microsoft Office, HRIS, email, calendars, and other office software
RELATED FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Maintains Confidentiality
• Maintains the chain of command
• Demonstrates and maintains regular attendance per work schedule
• Is aware of and adheres to handbook and department rules and regulations
• Performs other duties as related
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Organization: Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and time management.


EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:
• High School Diploma/GED Required
• Basic Computer Skills to include MS office Suite (Excel & Word)
• Proven experience in an HR department with comprehensive knowledge of human resources management practices.
• Demonstrated expertise in talent management, recruitment strategies, and HR sourcing techniques.
• Skilled in conflict management, employee relations, training & development programs, and performance management processes.
• Excellent communication skills combined with the ability to handle personnel administration tasks efficiently.


Disclosure: This position description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the Associate. The Associate is required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the supervisor or designee appropriate to this position description.

The Abilities Connection (TAC) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

At TAC Industries, we are committed to ensuring compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to individuals with disabilities. In instances where state laws and federal regulations conflict, we adhere to the federal ADA regulations. Our transit system is dedicated to providing quality transportation services without discrimination to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We do not condone or tolerate any form of discrimination based on disability by any transit system employee.

Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Employee assistance program, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance
Schedule: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Work Location: In person

DEPARTMENT: Operations
NORMAL WORKING HOURS: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
REPORTS TO: Operations Manager

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Equipment Maintenance & Repair
 Perform routine and emergency maintenance on industrial sewing machines and supporting equipment
 Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues and complete timely repairs
 Respond quickly to equipment downtime to minimize production disruptions
 Re-time, align, and calibrate sewing machines (e.g., hook timing, needle alignment, feed mechanisms)
Preventive Maintenance
 Execute a structured preventive maintenance (PM) program for all production equipment
 Maintain PM schedules, checklists, and service logs
 Identify wear patterns and proactively replace components before failure
 Recommend improvements to extend equipment life and reliability
Inventory & Parts Management
 Maintain accurate inventory of spare parts, needles, hooks, belts, motors, and critical components
 Track usage and reorder parts to ensure availability while minimizing excess inventory
 Work with purchasing source parts, evaluate vendors, and control costs
 Organize and maintain a clean, efficient maintenance storeroom
Continuous Improvement & Support
 Assist in equipment setup, installation, and relocation
 Support production teams by providing technical guidance and training on basic machine care
 Identify opportunities to improve machine performance, safety, and efficiency
 Document repairs, downtime causes, and corrective actions
Safety & Compliance
 Follow all safety procedures and OSHA guidelines
 Ensure machines are operating safely and report any hazards
 Maintain proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures during repairs
Qualifications
 High school diploma or equivalent (technical certification preferred)
 2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (textile or sewing industry preferred)
 Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of industrial equipment
 Basic understanding of electrical systems, motors, and pneumatics
 Ability to read manuals, schematics, and technical diagrams
 Experience with preventive maintenance systems or CMMS is a plus
Skills & Competencies
 Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
 Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
 Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
 Good communication and teamwork skills
 Basic computer skills for tracking maintenance and inventory
Work Environment
 Manufacturing/production floor environment
 May require standing, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and working around moving machinery
 Occasional after-hours may be required for urgent repairs
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
 Equipment uptime/downtime reduction
 Preventive maintenance completion rate
 Mean time to repair (MTTR)
 Spare parts inventory accuracy and availability
 Reduction in repeated equipment failures


Disclosure: This position description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the Associate. The Associate is required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the supervisor or designee appropriate to this position description.

The Abilities Connection (TAC) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

At TAC Industries, we are committed to ensuring compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to individuals with disabilities. In instances where state laws and federal regulations conflict, we adhere to the federal ADA regulations. Our transit system is dedicated to providing quality transportation services without discrimination to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We do not condone or tolerate any form of discrimination based on disability by any transit system employee.

Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Employee assistance program, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance
Schedule: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Work Location: In person