3rd shift VPT-Machine Operator

Vermont Precision Tools Inc.; Swanton (VT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payroll

Medical, vision, dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

Vermont Precision Tools Inc. is seeking a machine operator for its production facility in Swanton, Vermont. This role involves setting up and operating various grinding machines to produce high-precision gage pins with stringent tolerance requirements.

The ideal candidate will ensure product quality, maintain established production levels, and may also work with internal data entry systems. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental insurance, 401(k) plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and troubleshoot grinding machines and manual equipment.
• Experience in producing close-tolerance parts.
• Proficient in using measuring equipment to ensure specifications.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate grinding machines for pin gage production.
• Inspect products to maintain accurate tolerances.
• Remake/rework products not meeting specifications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Experience with measuring equipment

Job description

As a machine operator in the Made to Stock Value Stream, the employee will be trained and responsible for the setup, operation, and troubleshooting of a variety of grinding machines and manually operated equipment to produce accurate, close‑tolerance pin gages.

Job Functions

• Producing gage pins holding diameters at close tolerances ranging from .00001” to .0002”
• Maintaining surface finish of diameters at very close micro‑finish
• Utilize measuring equipment to inspect the product and ensure accurate diameter tolerances
• Monitor part conformance and adjust manufacturing equipment accordingly
• Maintain established production levels for all operations performed
• Maintain quality production in accordance with company standards
• Remake and/or rework products that do not meet required specifications

Will be required to input basic data entries using internal computer programs on a daily basis.

Company Overview

Vermont Precision Tools, Inc. manufactures a broad range of high‑quality precision ground pins, blanks and other tooling used to serve the medical, aerospace, automotive, defense, and many other markets. In addition, dba Vermont Gage, we manufacture a wide range of fixed‑limit gaging including close‑tolerance pin gages, ring gages, trilock gages, taperlock gages and more.

We are a stable family business with more than 57 years of developing people and advancing individuals within the company. Employees are developed to perform more effectively by focusing on strategic goals, company culture, and individual performance.

What We Offer

• Weekly payroll
• Medical, vision, dental, employer‑paid life insurance, and voluntary supplemental insurances
• Paid time off accrued in your first 90 days
• Vacation time available after 90 days
• 401(k) plan with employer match

This comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.

Shift Schedule

3rd shift 11:00pm-7:00am; training on 1st shift 7:00am-3:30pm.