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, and vision insurance, 401k with employer match, employer paid life & disability insurance, paid parental leave, 3 weeks paid time off, an annual bonus plan, and more!

We are currently looking to hire a 1st shift Production Operator 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:

• Operate production machines to make boxes and package Cider in accordance with established standards and guidelines.
• Manipulate controls in an efficient manner to minimize waste.
• Inspect produced Cider 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 produced Cider 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

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 

We 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.