What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Team Member position at Butternut Mountain Farm?
Production Team Member - Join Our Maple Syrup Production Team
About Us
Butternut Mountain Farm is a family-owned company in Vermont, dedicated to producing high-quality maple syrup products. We are seeking enthusiastic and detail-oriented individuals to join our production team as a Production Team Member.
Job Description
We are looking for hands-on individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy physical tasks, working with machinery, and collaborating with a team. Prior production experience is preferred, but not required, as we provide training for those eager to learn and grow with us.
As a Production Team Member, you will be at the heart of our production process, operating equipment, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a smooth workflow. Your mechanical skills and attention to detail will directly contribute to producing the finest maple syrup products that our customers love.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely operate and maintain production machinery, making necessary adjustments to ensure products meet our high standards.
- Inspect products throughout the production process to ensure consistency and quality.
- Move raw materials and finished products in and out of the production area, ensuring smooth and efficient operation.
- Keep work areas clean and equipment in good working order to meet safety and quality standards.
- Accurately document production activities and any adjustments made, ensuring full traceability.
- Work closely with team members to maintain a smooth production flow, meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Learn new tasks quickly, apply your skills to improve processes, and train others when needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong reading, writing, and math skills are essential, along with basic computer proficiency.
- Mechanical aptitude to operate machinery and troubleshoot technical issues.
- A keen eye for quality and a commitment to ensuring that all products meet company and regulatory standards.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, standing, and walking for extended periods.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Quick to learn and adapt to new tasks and changing production demands.
Benefits
We offer competitive pay and an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, disability, life insurance, vacation, and personal paid time off. We have other great perks that offer breakfast daily and fresh coffee to start your day.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. Please note that the pay listed with this position is from Indeed and not our company.