Job Board Submissions Title:
Manufacturing Technician (entry-level)

Post Date
3/6/2023

Expiration Date
3/20/2023

Details:
Do you want to put your skills to work as an entry-level Manufacturing Technician (2nd or 3rd shift) at our state-of-the art manufacturing center in Richmond, Virginia? Come join us at Philip Morris USA where you will play a vital role in making sure that our production facility is running smoothly so we can continue to do what we do best – manufacture highest quality products.

Our employees are our greatest assets, that is why we provide excellent, comprehensive benefits, to include health, vision, dental insurance beginning on Day 1 of employment, paid vacation and holidays, annual bonus, tuition reimbursement, deferred profit-sharing contributions (401k), a $24.59 an hour starting wage, and much more!

As an entry-level Manufacturing Technician, you would be primarily responsible for handling and moving materials and supporting the production operations.

Your job duties/responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
-Using or cleaning machines, equipment, or tools.
-Monitoring and inspecting equipment, materials, or products.
-Identifying and resolving problems in processes or equipment.
-Reviewing, interpreting, or entering data on paper and computers.
-Completing tasks that require manual work and some level of physical effort such as lifting up to 50 lbs, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, bending, stooping, crawling, and walking or standing most of your shift.
-Working effectively with team members to solve problems.
-Listening to others, asking questions, and explaining and sharing information.
-Reviewing and following written instructions, work procedures, and safety procedures and requirements.
-Some of the working conditions are not climate controlled, so you may be working in hot or cold conditions and in dusty or dirty work environments.

With the successful completion of your 120-day probationary period and demonstrated success, you will have the potential to advance into other roles – with unlimited opportunity to grow throughout the company.

Compensation:
The starting wage for this position is $24.59 per hour and additional compensation may be available through our manufacturing incentive program. Wages increase over 48 months. You will be eligible for a shift differential payment of $0.40 per hour for working B-shift and $0.48 per hour working C-shift.

Work Perks for You:
-Weekly pay schedule
-Comprehensive health/vision/dental insurance beginning on Day 1 of employment
-Performance pay plan of up to $4,000 annually
-Annual bonus of up to $1,800 annually
-14 paid holidays annually
-Paid vacation and holidays
-Education Reimbursement Program of up to $5,250 annually
-Deferred Profit-Sharing Contributions (type of 401K): If you are a match-eligible employee, the company matches your personal contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 3% of your eligible pay. The company provides an annual profit-sharing contribution of 8, 10 or 12% of your eligible pay, based on the company’s annual growth in earnings per share. If you are a match-eligible employee, the company provides an additional annual 5% supplemental contribution. You are always 100% vested in your personal and matching contributions within DPS Plan Account. There will be a one-year vesting period for the profit-sharing and supplemental company contributions for newly hired employees.
-Other Work-life Services include a Free on-site fitness center and workout clothes, cafeteria and convenience store, service awards, dependent care flexible spending account, scholarship program, employee assistance program, and much more!

For additional benefits information, please visit www.AltriaTotalRewards.com. User ID: AltriaNHPM

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications are:
-At least 18 years of age
-Legally eligible to work in the United States and for Philip Morris USA
-Available to work any shift, and must be willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays
-Possess Manufacturing Technician Certification (MT1), equivalent manufacturing experience, operator experience, or relevant military experience preferred
-Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance

Employer:
Altria
Contact:
Danielle Bailey

Email:
danielle.m.bailey@altria.com