Jobs at USSTC

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Our facilities are where tradition meets hands-on production and where careers are built.

U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company started in 1822 as a small shop in Pittsburgh, PA and over two centuries later, we’ve grown into the world’s leading producer of moist smokeless tobacco. Along the way, we’ve built strong partnerships with growers across Kentucky and Tennessee and deep roots in manufacturing towns like Hopkinsville, KY and Nashville, TN.

We’re looking to grow our team. Some benefits of joining our team include: 

  • Full-Time Jobs
  • Medical, Dental & Vision (available to eligible full-time employees)
  • 401K + Paid Time Off (available to eligible full-time employees)
  • Seasonal Opportunities (seasonal roles do not include full-time benefits)

Now Hiring

USSTC is a subsidiary of Altria Group, Inc. Visit the Altria Group Open Jobs Portal to view a job description and apply for a job. 

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Hiring Process

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Apply

Once you’ve found the job you think is ideal for you, visit the Altria Group Open Jobs Portal to view the job description, click the apply button to create a profile, upload your résumé and cover letter. The interviewing to onboarding process could be 45-60 days. If your skills are a good match for the job, our recruiters will email to invite you to complete Online Assessment #1. Please note that seasonal roles may follow a different hiring process, more details on the seasonal job description.
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Online Assessment # 1 (Un-proctored)

Our operations and maintenance jobs require employees to have several skills and abilities to perform safely and effectively on the job. Our assessment will take approximately 45 minutes and combines various types of questions and exercises to give us a sense of how well your capabilities align to the job role. Some general characteristics measured are teamwork, initiative, safety orientation and mechanical comprehension.
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Online Assessment # 2 (Proctored)

Maintenance candidates who have successfully passed Assessment #1 may be invited to participate in the Job Knowledge Test based on hiring demands. The recruiter may contact you via email to invite you to complete the proctored assessment. The assessment will take approximately 45-60 minutes.
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Interview Process

Generally, there are two stages to our interview process: (1) a phone screen interview, If applicable to your position; and (2) an on-site or virtual panel interview.

As you prepare for interviewing with USSTC, here are some tips on how to be successful throughout the interview process. General Interview Preparation

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Job Offer

If you’re the right fit for the job, a contingent offer may be extended and we’ll begin the background check and physical/drug screen.

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Welcome Aboard

You'll receive a welcome email containing all the information you need complete to onboard prior to the first day.