Provide all necessary preventative, predictive, and repair maintenance to all buildings and equipment on the corporate campus.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (Note: Other duties may be assigned)

 Perform all necessary troubleshooting and maintenance (preventative and otherwise) including, but not limited to, shipping conveyors, carton erector, tape machines, shrink wrap machines, and any other core equipment. Provide back-up support for forklifts, HVAC equipment, air compressors, compactors, dock door systems, and any other building equipment. Responsible for ensuring a clean, tidy and hazard free working environment is maintained to 5s standards. Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties. Use tools and equipment to take readings and enter data into our CMMS as part of our PdM program. Maintain daily schedule in our CMMS system, this includes, entering labor, parts, and all details associated with work being done. Moving and relocating office equipment when needed. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Mechanical/electrical aptitude needed to repair conveyor system and other supporting equipment Ability to work with little supervision. Basic PC Skills Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong organization and follow through skills Ability to build and maintain good rapport with internal and external customers and handle situations with confidence, tact and resourcefulness Flexible, adaptable with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment Strong team player

EDUCATION

 High School Graduate. Post high school technical education preferred 2+ years general facility and machine maintenance experience Experience repairing conveyor systems and other warehouse equipment preferable Electrical/Automation experience preferred

ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those an individual must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Manufacturing and Distribution environment – constant standing, walking and reaching; frequent stepping, bending and stooping Motivation and physical stamina required maintaining a quick work pace Strong sensory skills, such as good eyesight, good hearing, and dexterity Ability to occasionally lift up to 70 lbs. Ability to operate various mechanical machines

We are proud of the competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefit package provided to our associates and their families. Our compensation package is designed to meet our associates today and help them plan for the future.

Health Benefits

VRA offers a variety of medical, dental and vision programs to meet your family’s health care needs.

Medical plan options including both a HDHP/HSA plan and a PPO planA no premium medical plan for employee only coverageDentalVisionFlexible spending accounts

Survivor Benefits

Life insurance provides peace of mind for your family should the unexpected happen.

Employer provided 2X your salary in life insuranceAccidental Death and Disability insuranceVoluntary life insurance for you, your spouse and your children

Income Protection  

If you are unable to work due to illness or injury VRA provides several programs to protect your income at no cost to you.

Short-term disabilityLong-term disabilityPaid family medical leave

Retirement Plan

The VRA 401k plan helps you accumulate savings for retirement

401k with generous company match, immediate vesting (age and service requirement)Strong line up of professionally managed fundsSafe-harbor plan design

Paid Time Off  

Enjoy generous time off programs.

Earn up to 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year of employment with opportunity to earn more9 paid holidays a yearPaid bereavement leave

Give Back Opportunities  

VRA offers the opportunity to serve your community.

       Voluntary Time Off       Matching charitable donations and leadership grants

Holistic Wellness

Access to a variety of financial, physical, and mental wellness expertsEmployee Assistance Program with access to work/life wellness support including no cost unlimited telephonic counseling services Opportunities for leadership development, skill development and career advancement 

Product Discount

Generous employee discount on Vera Bradley and Pura Vida products 

Ancillary Benefits and Programs

Bonus opportunity, identity protection, legal services, pet insurance, cell phone discount, employee referral bonus, annual birthday gift, DailyPay, corporate fitness facility

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled

Vera Bradley is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. 

Vera Bradley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

For more information, please click the following links:

Vera Bradley's Equal Employment and Affirmative Action Policy

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in English)

Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (in Spanish)

Pay Transparency (in English)

Pay Transparency (in Spanish)

E-Verify Participation Poster

Right to Work Poster (English)

Right to Work Poster (Spanish)

California Privacy Notice

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment application process, please send an e-mail to applicationassistance@VeraBradley.com.  Please include the accommodation you are requesting and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation and other EEO/Affirmative Action issues will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Our intention is to fill this opening within 30 days of the original posting date and applications will be accepted on an on-going basis until the position is filled.