Production Operators - 1St Shift

Description

At Vermont Cider Company, we have good people, doing good things, in a good way. Family, community, and hardworking values are weaved into all that we do. We are passionate about what we do…it’s more than a job, it’s a lifestyle! Come join us and see what we are all about.

Vermont Cider Company is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life & accidental insurance, 401k with employer match, paid time off, paid parental leave, annual bonus plan and more!

We openings on our 1st shift for Production Operators at our state-of-the-art facility in Middlebury, VT. The Production Operator is responsible for the production of the company's products within prescribed specifications and efficient machine operation. Daily responsibilities include setting up and operating production machines each day according to established procedures, minimizing waste, inspecting equipment and product, maintaining an adequate supply of operating materials for production, maintaining tools and equipment in a clean, orderly and safe manner.

• 1st Shift Schedule - Monday - Thursday, 6:00am to 4:30pm

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Manipulate controls in an efficient manner to minimize waste.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain tools and equipment in a clean, orderly and safe manner.
• Notify management concerning the need for major repairs when needed.
• Inspect produced Cider for faultiness and report flaws immediately to supervisor.
• Operate production machines to make boxes and package Cider in accordance with established standards and guidelines.
• Package and transport produced Cider as needed.
• Detect and report machine malfunctions promptly to supervisor.
• Set up production machines each day according to established procedures.
• Document production activity each day as assigned, and assist with daily Raw Material counts.
• Maintain an adequate supply of operating materials and obtain additional materials according to procedures.
• Comply with company policies and procedures giving special attention to safety and GMP regulations.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or equivalent, strong communication skills, reading skills, technical skills, a mechanical aptitude and the ability to lift 30 pounds on a regular basis. Forklift experience and experience in a manufacturing environment are a plus.

About Vermont Cider Company

Vermont Cider Co. reinvigorated American hard cider in 1991 and continue to lead the category through our commitment to crafting innovative and refreshing hard ciders. Vermont Cider Co. crafts a variety of ciders for a variety of consumers. Our portfolio is as diverse as our fans. There’s iconic Woodchuck, fruit-forward Wyder’s as well as the classic Magners, rounding out our import offerings. Most recently, in Summer 2021, Vermont Cider Co. introduced Day Chaser, a vodka based RTD canned cocktail. For more information about Vermont Cider Company, please visit www.vtciderco.com.