Job Description

This is a hourly/non-exempt position. This employee may operate a single up to several pieces of equipment and/or machines

What we offer:


Weekly payroll
Medical, vision, dental, employer paid life insurance, and voluntary supplemental insurances.
Paid time off accrued in your first 90 days
Vacation time available after 90 days
401(k) plan with employer match.


This comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future.


This is a full-time, onsite, hourly/non-exempt position.


Maintenance Planner and Scheduler is responsible for the planning and scheduling process for all Preventative Maintenance (PM), Planned and Unplanned maintenance work. This individual will be required to have extensive knowledge and understanding of all machines and equipment functionalities throughout the organization to coordinate and support the Maintenance Team in preventative, planned and unplanned assignments.


REQUIRED Education:


High school education required or an equivalent of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.
3 years minimum prior work experience or formal education in an industrial environment to include the following:
Electrical experience with understanding 480v circuits, control voltage circuits, low voltage circuits, AC and DC helpful.
Good working knowledge of:
Hydraulic and pneumatic operations and repair
Lathes, milling machines, drill presses, band saws and surface grinders.
Plumbing as it pertains to installation or repair of equipment.
Basic carpentry skills
Knowledge of Arc, Mig/Tig welding, brazing, and soldering


Your job functions include:


Planning and scheduling of PM and Planned Work (PW) within established guidelines which include:
Communicate with Value Stream Managers, Team Leaders and Leads to verify work requests. Lead weekly scheduling meetings.
Kit supplies and launches work orders when appropriate.
Estimate and schedule labor for all Work orders and dispatches.
Conduct inspections of work areas to verify that dispatches have been completed in accordance with the expectations of the requestor and/or Manager.
Maintain, schedule and update all PW and PM processes in the dispatch system.
Add, edit, or delete equipment in the dispatch system. Process accounting documents as needed.
Report outcomes, including completion percentage, downtime, and other relevant data.
Must have the knowledge and the ability to monitor, diagnose, prioritize, and execute work orders and dispatches for facilities as well as machinery and equipment located in manufacturing, maintenance, warehouse, and lab.
Have ability to schedule facility maintenance which would require experience in light carpentry, plumbing and electrical knowledge.
Assist in diagnosis and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, plumbing, and electrical problems within machinery and equipment through the facility.
Identify sources for parts and materials through the supply chain and complete purchase requisitions.
Assists in the Tool Crib as needed. Establish proper inventory levels for MRO items. Work with suppliers engaged in Vendor Managed Inventory systems.
Must have the ability to work with the Maintenance Team to establish and optimize preventative and predictive maintenance procedures and schedules.
Will oversee the Waste Stream Process (RCRA and DOT) in collaboration with the EH&S team.


Regular and on-time attendance is required... be at work on time, when scheduled to work, and remain at work throughout the established work schedule.


Vermont Precision Tools, Inc. manufactures tooling that is used to produce products to serve the medical, aerospace, automotive, defense, and many other markets.


We are a stable family business with more than 55+ years of developing people and advancing individuals within the company. Employees are developed to perform more effectively by focusing on strategic goals, company culture, and individual performance.


This position is for first shift Monday through Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm