Job Opening: Production Technician – 1st Shift
Description
Production Technician – Essex Junction, VT
Full-Time | 12-Hour Shifts | $20.95/hr
Join a hands-on production team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You’ll operate and monitor high-speed equipment, support daily production tasks, and help maintain an efficient, high-performing environment.
Schedule
Shift: D2 – Fri, Sat, Sun + every other Thurs
Hours: 6:00 AM–6:15 PM
Overtime/holiday work may be required.
Responsibilities
• Follow all safety procedures.
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production machinery.
• Support production activities, data tracking, and standard work.
• Participate in problem-solving and improvement efforts.
• Suggest ideas to improve productivity and quality.
• Support SQF, GMPs, QDS, and HACCP requirements.
What You Bring
• Ability to learn mechanical processes quickly.
• Manufacturing/mechanical experience helpful but not required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive mindset.
Physical Requirements
• Lift 35 lbs regularly, 50 lbs occasionally.
• Stand, bend, stretch, and move throughout shift.
• Frequent kneeling, squatting, climbing, twisting, overhead reaching.
• Work in varying temperatures/humidity.