Utility Operator 2 - 12 hour night shift

Addison County; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Paid holidays

Vacation/sick time

Job summary

Agri-Mark/Cabot Creamery in Vermont is seeking a Utility Operator 2 for a 12-hour night shift. The starting rate is $30.15 per hour with a 7–10% night differential and a 4-on/4-off schedule.

The role involves cross-training across production lines and serving as a lead operator on cheese making and whey drying equipment. As you gain training, you will take on responsibilities across multiple operators: Cheese Maker/Cook, Dryer Operator, Evaporator Operator, Filtration Operator and Separator

Responsibilities

• Lead operator on cheese making equipment and whey drying equipment.
• Operate and monitor multiple production lines.
• Cross-train to run Cheese Maker/Cook, Dryer Operator, Evaporator Operator, Filtration Operator and Separator Operator.
• Maintain accurate records and support trainees.
• Be flexible with overtime when required.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Cross-training

Record-keeping

Judgment

Overtime flexibility

Job description

Utility Operator 2 - 12 hour night shift

Agri-Mark/Cabot Creamery has full-time (40 hours/week) openings as a first shift 12 hour (6pm-6am) Operator. $30.15 starting rate with 7-10% night differential added to base pay. Schedule for the 12 hour shift is a 4-on-4-off rotation. Eligible for increases every 6 months for the first two years of employment.

This position works as part of a team, in an advance level capacity and will be cross trained in several production positions. The position will be a lead operator running equipment such as our cheese making equipment and our whey drying equipment. This position has direct impact over our operations and quality. Our “utility” operators are crossed trained to run multiple pieces of equipment which gives the candidate variety in their roles. Main responsibilities (once trained) would be:

• Cheese Maker/Cook
• Dryer Operator
• Evaporator Operator
• Filtration Operator
• Separator Operator

Agri-Mark/Cabot Creamery has full-time (40 hours/week) openings as a first shift 12 hour (6pm-6am) Operator. $30.15 starting rate with 7-10% night differential added to base pay. Schedule for the 12 hour shift is a 4-on-4-off rotation. Eligible for increases every 6 months for the first two years of employment.

This position works as part of a team, in an advance level capacity and will be cross trained in several production positions. The position will be a lead operator running equipment such as our cheese making equipment and our whey drying equipment. This position has direct impact over our operations and quality. Our “utility” operators are crossed trained to run multiple pieces of equipment which gives the candidate variety in their roles. Main responsibilities (once trained) would be:

• Cheese Maker/Cook
• Dryer Operator
• Evaporator Operator
• Filtration Operator
• Separator Operator

A key role within this position is to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members and provide guidance to trainees and co-workers. Ensuring accurate records are maintained properly is essential. Must have demonstrated solid judgment abilities. Work flexibility is a must including the willingness to work overtime on occasion.

Our support of employee growth includes promoting from within, training and tuition reimbursement. Team members enjoy access to a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary and a 401k with company match.

10 paid holidays, with 6 of those being paid at 1.5x salary if you work them! 128 hours of accrued vacation/sick time to start.

Agri-Mark is an equal opportunity employer. The company is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every qualified prospective and current employee. The company does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, crime victim status, age, physical or mental disability, a positive result from an HIV-related blood test, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected under applicable federal and/or state law.

Agri-Mark complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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