Production Technician

If you're highly motivated to smash your goals, develop your skills, and work alongside a driven team to accomplish great things, then you could be the Production Technician we're looking for at Value Added Distributors, LLC! Our Shawano, WI team is hiring a full-time associate who's committed to completing safe, compliant, and high-quality work. Keep reading to learn how you can grow your career with a leader in the industry!

• Competitive pay of $16.00/hour
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) with employer match

To become our entry‑level Production Technician, you'll need to be able to work Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm (with some overtime as needed) and meet the following:

• 18+ years old
• Ability to use equipment and tools like saws, crimpers, forklifts, etc.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret technical work instructions and documents
• Physical ability to safely lift 50 lbs. using proper lifting techniques
• Ability to apply basic math skills (adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing) and use/read tape measures/digital calipers
• Ability to type 25+ wpm
• Ability to work with a sense of urgency and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Willingness to learn and follow standard company practices
• Forklift certification (preferred); we will provide training!
• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• Time management & task prioritization
• Clear verbal and written communication
• Computer proficiency
• Relationship‑building
• Cross‑team collaboration and coordination

At Value Added Distributors, LLC, we are not just an applied industrial distributor; we are a company that builds careers, relationships, and futures. We're proud to be part of the Value Added Companies (VAC) family, alongside Transmotion, Bent Tubes, and LTL Supply, working together to deliver high‑quality solutions and long‑term value for our customers and communities. Since 1995, we've combined practical innovation and small‑company values to create a workplace defined by integrity, respect, and continuous improvement.

Our team enjoys the security of a growing company, opportunities to advance from within, and a clean, well‑lit space to do meaningful work. With long‑term career development, our company is a place where hard work is recognized, ideas are valued, and people come first.

Your main focus as our entry‑level Production Technician is to accurately cut and assemble hydraulic hoses according to customer specifications and company procedures. You'll use various types of tools and equipment to get the job done while closely following all safety protocols and quality standards. You can expect to:

• Follow production guidelines to accurately assemble product parts
• Identify nonconformance of products and find solutions for working through them
• Complete and submit detailed inspection paperwork
• Wear all PPE and keep your work area neat and clean
• Participate in cross‑training opportunities to learn other areas of the business
• Serve as a positive example for your teammates, meet performance targets, and ensure work aligns with our company's vision, mission, and values

Join a team that will invest in your growth and development! Apply using our short initial form.