Day Shift Production Operator

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Vermont Cider Company is currently looking to hire a Day Shift Production Operator at our state-of-the-art facility in Middlebury, VT. The Production Operator is responsible for the production of a variety of beverage 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.

Schedule is Monday to Thursday, 6:00am to 4:30pm

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

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

Requirements:

Qualifications include 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 Company 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 and most recently Vermont Cider Co. introduced Day Chaser, a spirit based RTD canned cocktail with a variety of styles featuring real tequila and real vodka. For additional information please visit www.vtciderco.com.

Vermont Cider Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.