Competitive Pay and Great Benefits, Including Paid Time Off, Healthcare & 401k
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Job Description:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for helping to build the Vermont Smoke and Cure (VS&C) Maintenance programs. Responsible for maintaining Plant equipment and facility to ensure reliable and efficient operation in support of the production and distribution teams. Works to support the Production and Quality Teams to increase safety, quality, up-time, and efficiency. The position focuses on preventative, autonomous, predictive, reliability improvement and emergency repairs and continuous improvement to meet company goals, including safety, quality and operational performance targets.
| Job Type: | Full-Time |
| Location: | Hinesburg, VT |
| Shifts: | Afternoon/Evening Shift |
| Schedule: |
8-hour Shift Training would be required for about 3 months on day shift (Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm) |
| Status: | Non-Exempt/Hourly |
| Reports To: | Maintenance Manager |
| Manages: | n/a |
| Department: | Maintenance |
Benefits
| 401k *with company match | Dental insurance |
| Disability insurance | Flexible spending account |
| Health insurance | Paid time off |
| Vision insurance | Bonuses |
Why This is a Great Job...
Essential Functions:
- Help production teams and operators in the event of equipment malfunctions.
- Collaborate with other maintenance technicians to address complex technical challenges.
- Respond promptly to emergency maintenance situations to minimize production disruptions.
- Inspect or test damaged machine parts and advise the Maintenance Manager of repair needs.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and overall production up-time and efficiency.
- Implement and adhere to preventive maintenance schedules to reduce the likelihood of equipment failures.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including repairs, replacements, and preventive maintenance tasks.
- Improves safety and health standards in all processes and practices.
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while performing maintenance tasks.
- Identify and rectify safety hazards associated with equipment and machinery.
Experience:
- Previous vocation or training in a mechanical or electrical environment, manufacturing and /or food processing preferred but not necessary.
- Candidate must be willing to undergo training on our specialized equipment, demonstrating a commitment to learning and adapting to our operational processes and safety standards.
Education:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.
- Technical College degree in a related field preferred.
Interested in joining our team? Email your resumé. Don’t have a resumé? Call (802) 482-4888 or submit our form. Someone from our hiring department will be in contact shortly!
Vermont Smoke & Cure is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/Vet/Disability. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, Vermont Smoke & Cure values the service Veterans and their family members have given to our country. We support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.
VSC offers reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance during the application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, please contact VSC at 802-482-4666.
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