Production Technician - Richmond, VA

Overview Real Challenge. Real Impact. Real Rewards. Are you career-oriented, hardworking, dependable and looking to join our U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company production team in Richmond, Virginia? If yes, then please read more to apply as an entry-level Production Technicians. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating and maintaining specific equipment throughout the facility, including sanitation and housekeeping of production lines, as well as maintaining the facility in accordance with company policies and procedures and/or production requirements. This one comes with great 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 $23.50 an hour starting wage, and much more! Your job duties/responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Being able to easily move about an industrial facility, including but not limited to, working in tight or confined spaces, working at higher elevations, climbing on machinery, working in a dusty environment; majority of shift will be spent operating manufacturing equipment, lift equipment, forklift, etc. Completing task that require manual work and some level of physical effort such as lifting up to 40 pounds Understanding and carrying out verbal instructions Using and operating electric lift equipment, forklift and pallet truck Basic mathematical skills required Required Qualifications: Be at least 18 years of age Be legally eligible to work in the United States and for USSTC Be available to work any shift, and must be willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays on short notice Possess Manufacturing Technician Certification (MT1), equivalent manufacturing experience, operator experience, or relevant military experience preferred Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance Compensation: The starting wage for this position is $23.50 per hour and additional compensation may be available through our manufacturing incentive program. Wages increase over 48 months. Work Perks for You: Comprehensive health/vision/dental insurance on Day 1 of employment 14 paid vacation and holidays Performance pay plan of up to $4,000 annually Annual bonus of up to $1,800 annually Deferred Profit Sharing Contributions (type of 401K): If you contribute to the plan, you will eligible for a dollar-for-dollar match of what you invest, up to a 3% of compensation that you contribute, after just 90 days of service Eligible to receive an annual DPS contribution, after one year of service of 8-12% based on Company performance Company Supplemental Contribution: Eligible to receive an annual supplemental contribution from the Company of 5%, after one year of service Other Work-life Services includes: On-site Fitness Center, Service Awards, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Scholarship Program, Education Reimbursement Program, and Employee Assistance Program Company Overview Altria has a leading portfolio of tobacco products for U.S. tobacco consumers age 21+. Altria’s Vision through 2030 is to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a non-combustible future. Altria is Moving Beyond Smoking™, leading the way in moving adult smokers away from cigarettes by taking action to transition millions to potentially less harmful choices - believing it is a substantial opportunity for adult tobacco consumers, Altria’s businesses and society. Altria’s wholly owned subsidiaries include the most profitable tobacco companies in their categories: Philip Morris USA Inc. (PM USA), U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company LLC (USSTC), and John Middleton Co. (Middleton). Altria’s smoke-free portfolio includes Helix Innovations LLC (Helix), the maker of on! oral nicotine pouches, exclusive U.S. commercialization rights to the IQOS Tobacco Heating System®* and Marlboro HeatSticks®*, and an equity investment in JUUL Labs, Inc. (JUUL). Altria also owns equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (ABI), the world’s largest brewer, and Cronos Group Inc. (Cronos), a leading Canadian cannabinoid company. At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. We are inspired to bring our best because our unique strengths are valued. We believe our personal success and progress should be guided by Our Cultural Aspiration, a new articulation of what we value and who we aspire to be, collectively. Our Cultural Aspiration respects and complements individual identity, embracing each other’s unique strengths, welcoming newcomers and developing the best, most inclusive and diverse teams. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. *IQOS Devices and HeatSticks® are currently unavailable for sale in the United States.