Darn Tough Vermont / Cabot Hosiery Mills Hiring for 1st, 2nd & Weekend Shifts MACHINE OPERATORS (Northfield, VT) Full Time

Company Overview:

Darn Tough Vermont® is an American manufacturer of premium, all weather outdoor and lifestyle socks, all of which carry the industry’s original unconditional lifetime guarantee. Our product is distinguished from industry competitors by 100 percent USA manufacturing, exceptional comfort, durability and fit. Headquartered in Northfield, Vermont, and a location in Waterbury, Vermont, our mission is to be the leader in the branded, premium performance sock market. Our strong family-orientation coupled with our core values of being tough, independent and respectful, while being authentic make us a great place to work. We promote openness, honesty, and respect through teamwork and effective leadership. We provide all of the necessary training, tools, and support to ensure we embody a proud, productive workforce committed to continuous improvement. We have yet to produce our best sock!

Job Summary:

As we continue to scale one of the fastest growing apparel brands, we are seeking a: Finishing Team Member 1. This is a fast-paced position that will be cross trained in many functions of the finishing operation. We promote growth and the opportunity to rotate through operational areas to keep you safe, healthy, and fresh.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver a quality product through all functions of finishing.
• Work in a manufacturing line and rotate positions as needed.
• Perform finished good assembly. (Apply packing, stickers, etc.)
• Be constantly vigilant to ensure that product is being packaged to product and quality specifications.
• Train to and operate mid-level machinery.
• Troubleshoot operational issues with line coworkers as they arise.
• Communicate issues with the maintenance and engineering teams using forms and technology provided.
• Work collaboratively with the team to increase productivity while maintaining a safety working environment.
• Work safely and follow all stretching, strength, and ergonomic programs in place.
• Perform pre and post operational inspections of equipment to ensure safe and reliable performance.
• Practice good housekeeping measures throughout the shift.
• Demonstrate teamwork by communicating daily with team members and leadership.
• Treat all co-workers at DTV with respect, honesty, and flexibility.
• Communicate any equipment or quality issues to Team Leader and/or Shift Supervisor as necessary.
• Complete any machine changeovers correctly and efficiently to minimize line downtime.

Qualifications:

· Education equivalent to: High School Diploma

· Excellent communication skills

• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Highly responsible, reliable, and able to manage confidential information.
• Strong safety and quality focus.
• Strong math base.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work cohesively with colleagues as part of a team.
• Ability to always be professional and courteous.
• Ability to lift 50lbs continuously.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability and willingness to perform multiple functions of finishing as required.
• Ability to utilize technology (tablet, PC, handheld, etc.) to conduct business processes and communicate with coworkers and other departments as needed.
• Passionate about working for a value driven company and fully committed to building great cultures and high performing teams.
• This position requires commitment to embrace the company’s culture through the alignment of personal behaviors with the company’s core values.
• Flexible nature to manage competing and changing priorities.

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing environment – exposure to machinery, noise and other adverse conditions for limited periods of time depending on the role
• Flexible nature to manage competing and changing priorities

Darn Tough values differences.

This job description should not be interpreted to be a complete list of all the duties, qualifications and responsibilities performed by the jobholder. To maintain organizational flexibility, the organization has the discretion to add, drop or change at any time the duties, responsibilities and expectations of this position. This job description does not constitute an offer of employment, continuous employment or an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Darn Tough Vermont is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 – $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends only

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Health & safety of our employees is a priority. We take temperatures of all employees, consultants, & visitors. Masks are worn. Increased sanitation &cleaning throughout the day is done. Desk are 6 feet or more apart. And more.

Application Question(s):

• Do you require work sponsorship now or in the future?
• How did you hear about this opportunity? If you were referred by a Darn Tough employee, please list their name here.
• 1st Shift is Mon-Thurs, 5AM-3:30PM (4×10 hour days), Base rate

2nd Shift is Mon-Thurs, 3:30PM-2AM (4×10 hour days), Base + 10% differential
Weekend is Fri-Sun, 6AM-6:30PM (3×12 hour days) Base + 20% differential

Please tell us what shifts you are interested in?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location