Production Associate Jobs in Vermont

Production associate jobs in Vermont concentrate in food and beverage manufacturing, precision manufacturing, and consumer goods production, with steady demand at entry through experienced levels. Burlington, Barre, and St. Johnsbury are the most active hiring areas, and established employers such as Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, GlobalFoundries, and Ben & Jerry's maintain consistent production associate workforces in the state. The most in-demand specialties include quality control inspection, machine operation, and packaging line work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles27
Top employerKeurig Dr Pepper
Top cityMiddlebury, VT
Cities hiring16
Work type90% On-site
Top industryFood

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Husky Injection Molding
Production Scheduler
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Production Scheduler
Husky Injection Molding
Milton, Vermont
Software Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Master production scheduling (MPS)
1,001-5,000

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Production Manager
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Production Manager
JBM Sherman Carmel, Inc.
Bennington, Vermont
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
On-Site

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Keurig Dr Pepper
Production Technician
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Production Technician
Keurig Dr Pepper
Essex Center, Vermont
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$24.26 - $25.46/hr
10,000+

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Vermont Cider Company
Weekend Shift Production Supervisor
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Weekend Shift Production Supervisor
Vermont Cider Company
Middlebury, Vermont
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
$65k - $75k/yr
On-Site

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Vermont Cider Company
2nd Shift Production Supervisor
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Vermont Cider Company
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2nd Shift Production Supervisor
Vermont Cider Company
Middlebury, Vermont
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
$65k - $75k/yr
On-Site

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Production Associate Jobs by City in Vermont

Where Vermont roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Middlebury
4 jobs
Saint Johnsbury
4 jobs
Essex Center
3 jobs
Milton
2 jobs
Clarendon
2 jobs
Websterville
2 jobs
Ludlow
1 job
Wilder
1 job
Waterbury
1 job

Production Associate Job Market in Vermont

A snapshot from current Vermont openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Keurig Dr Pepper
Keurig Dr Pepper3 open roles
Weidmann Tecnologia Eletrica
Weidmann Tecnologia Eletrica3 open roles
Land O'Lakes
Land O'Lakes2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage

What Vermont Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in production associate jobs across Vermont.

  • High school diploma or GED required by most Vermont production employers
  • Prior experience operating production or assembly line machinery preferred
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended shifts consistently
  • Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or food safety standards
  • Reliable attendance and willingness to work rotating or weekend shifts
  • Basic math and measurement skills for quality checks and documentation

Production Associate Jobs in Vermont: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a production associate in Vermont?

Most production associate roles in Vermont require a high school diploma or equivalent and on-the-job training rather than a formal state license. Employers in food manufacturing, such as those operating under Vermont Agency of Agriculture oversight, may require food handler training or GMP certification. Precision manufacturing employers often prefer candidates who have completed a vocational program at a Vermont technical center or community college, such as Vermont Technical College, which offers manufacturing-focused certificates.

Which companies hire production associates in Vermont?

Employers hiring production associates in Vermont right now include Keurig Dr Pepper, Weidmann Tecnologia Eletrica, and Land O'Lakes, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Vermont's food manufacturing sector, including dairy and specialty beverage producers, drives a significant share of consistent production associate openings across the state.

Which Vermont cities have the most production associate jobs?

Middlebury, Saint Johnsbury, and Essex Center have the most production associate openings in Vermont. Burlington anchors demand through its concentration of consumer goods manufacturers and distribution operations, while Barre and St. Johnsbury support steady openings tied to regional food processing, granite fabrication, and light industrial facilities that have operated in those communities for decades.

Are there remote production associate jobs in Vermont?

Yes, but they're rare. Production associate work is almost entirely hands-on and facility-based, so most openings require an on-site presence. About 10% of production associate openings tied to Vermont are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to cover administrative or quality documentation functions rather than floor or line work.

How can I get hired as a production associate in Vermont with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to manufacturers in Vermont's food and beverage sector, which routinely hires candidates with no prior production experience and trains them on-site. Employers such as dairy cooperatives and specialty food producers often start candidates in packaging or sanitation roles that transition into full production associate positions. Completing a short GMP or forklift certification through a Vermont technical center strengthens an application noticeably, and temporary staffing agencies that place workers in Vermont manufacturing facilities are a common way to get a first placement.

Where can I find and apply to production associate jobs in Vermont?

You can find and apply to production associate jobs in Vermont on Migrate Mate, which lists current Vermont openings. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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