Production Support Technician - 1st Shift

Candidate must pass a pre‑employment drug screen and basic physical; must be able to work full‑time (40+ hours per week). The scheduled hours are 5:45 am‑1:45 pm, Monday through Friday.

This position is eligible for a $1,500 sign‑on retention bonus.

Due to the nature of our business and a heavy industrial market, this position is safety‑sensitive.

Position Summary

Based in North Clarendon, VT, the Production Support Technician supports thermal spray booth operations by performing multiple processes that precede or follow coating operations.

Essential Job Functions (Duties And Responsibilities)

• This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customers’ inventory and, as such, will perform duties safely and responsibly to prevent customer loss or damage.
• Prepare part for processing by masking and grit blasting per instructions in the job folder.
• Detail part post‑processing according to specifications in the job folder.
• Perform all required quality measurement and verification duties.
• Accurately note all required quality and processing data in a timely manner.
• Support booth operations by helping maintain tooling and staging supplies.
• Communicate regularly with the production supervisor and thermal spray technicians to understand priorities to support the production schedule.
• Assist the supervisor in developing processes that will improve operations.
• Strictly observe all environmental, health, and safety policy requirements.
• Keep the work area neat and orderly at all times.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment when and where required.
• Report safety events, unsafe conditions, near misses, etc., to the Shift Lead immediately.

Qualifications

• Must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements; candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent resident card holders.
• Education: High school diploma.
• Experience with detailed manual operations preferred.
• Organized and accurate documentation skills.
• Good communication skills with co‑workers and management.
• Self‑motivated, able to make decisions based on given priorities.
• Experience in a production environment preferred.

Physical & Mental Demands

• Must be able to work in a sitting or standing position for extended periods of time in an industrial environment.
• Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions.
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach to perform functions.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc.
• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
• Ability to hear in person and via phone.

Pay & Benefits Information

The hourly pay range for this position is $25.00–$28.36 per hour. Starting pay is determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications. This position is classified as non‑exempt and is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with state and federal law.

Benefits include employee and family medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; company‑paid life and disability; HSA/FSA options; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and paid holidays; and an Employee Assistance Program. Benefits eligibility begins on day 61 of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Bodycote is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against current and prospective employees based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals over forty years of age, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.

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