Work with Us – Employment Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in Vermont Natural Coatings. We are proud to be an innovative leader in producing products that are high quality, professional grade and green. Located in rural Vermont, we are part of a network of forward thinking companies who are rebuilding our local economies throughout Vermont and beyond. As part of the VNC team you will help capture the traditions of the past, while inspiring innovative approaches for better and safer solutions for our homes, the buildings where we work, and the environment.
We are always looking for talented individuals to become part of the VNC team and help grow our company. Let us know how you can become part of a better whey. Send us an email at [email protected] with a resume and a cover letter and let us know more about you!
Internships
We are currently accepting applications for our internship program. Contribute to our success and learn from our experience. Please call us at 802-472-8700 or email [email protected] for more information about interning at VNC.
If you are interested in a position that we are not currently hiring for, please fill out our VNC Application and mail, email or drop off at 190 Junction Road in Hardwick. If you have questions, please call or email [email protected]
Internships
We are currently accepting applications for our internship program. Contribute to our success and learn from our experience. Please call us at 802-472-8700 or email [email protected] for more information about interning at VNC.
If you are interested in a position that we are not currently hiring for, please fill out our VNC Application and mail, email or drop off at 190 Junction Road in Hardwick. If you have questions, please call or email [email protected]
Production Lead
Vermont Natural Coatings, Inc manufactures PolyWhey®, the next generation of wood finish. Attention to detail is crucial to ensure that our products continue meet the high standards that our customers expect.
Core Responsibilities
- Manufacture of all Vermont Natural Coatings products
- Assist in maintaining organized inventory levels of all raw materials used in production
- Facilitate tank fulfillment
- Comply with and implement quality control procedures
- Follow detailed batch documentation, QC records and SOP’s.
- Follow product manufacture scheduling
- Clean, maintain and troubleshoot, production line, including tanks, mixers and equipment
- Keep manufacturing floor safe, organized, and clean
- Become cross trained and assist with other areas of the plant as needed
Essential skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to learn and understand relationships between resins and additives
- Ability to learn and understand how resins and additives work together in finished product
- Able to safely move 55 gallon barrels, climb ladders onto large tanks and maneuver pallets
- Able to safely lift and move 50 pound pails and boxes
- Detailed, safe, professional work habits
- Willing to participate in new and ongoing projects
- Self-motivated
- Math and computer literate
- Able to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and maintain an upbeat disposition
- Enjoy working with others and contribute to shared goals
Compensation
Competitive salary and paid holidays/generous vacation days
Future
Opportunity for advancement as we grow.
To apply
Please send cover letter and resume to: [email protected] or mail to our PO Box. For more information please call 802-472-8700.
Packaging Lead
Vermont Natural Coatings, Inc manufactures PolyWhey®, the next generation of wood finish. Attention to detail is crucial to ensure that our containers and packaging are of the same high quality as our products. The Packaging Lead will manage their day-to-day activities with input from the Production Manager and be able to carry out duties with minimal supervision.
Position available: Packaging Lead – Location: Hardwick, Vermont
Job responsibilities
- Lead in filling and packaging of all Vermont Natural Coatings products
- Track all labeling and packaging inventory monthly
- Maintain detailed batch documentation, filling records and SOP’s.
- Clean, maintain and troubleshoot labeling and bottling equipment and tools
- Keep manufacturing floor safe, organized and clean
- Keep label and packaging inventories organized and accessible
- Label all products and boxes
- Follow and improve upon current building and business procedures and guidelines
- Proactively provide solutions as issues arise
- Contribute in making work flow more effective and timely
Candidate requirements
- Good communication skills
- Manufacturing experience is preferred
- Ability to use Office software and master labeling software
- Able to safely move 55 gallon barrels, totes, and maneuver pallets
- Able to safely lift and move 50 pound pails and boxes
- Detailed, safe, professional work habits
- Quality control skills
- Able to work in a high output, small business environment
- Willing to participate in new and ongoing projects
- Willing to be cross-trained in other skill areas
- Self-motivated
Compensation
Competitive hourly wage and paid holidays/generous vacation days
Future
Opportunity for advancement as we grow.
How to apply
Please send cover letter and resume to: [email protected] or mail to our PO Box. For more information please call 802-472-8700.