Production Associate

1. POSITION: The Employee is hired for the position of BLENDER at the Old Barrel Tea - Production Facility. ***This a 4 day work week position. Working four 10 hours shifts- Monday through Thursday from 7:45am-6:15pm, with breaks and lunch. 2. RESPONSIBILITIES . The Employee shall oversee and manage all aspects of the BLENDER role. The Position entails various responsibilities crucial for the smooth operation of the production facility. Key duties include expertly handling production tasks related to tea and honey, managing work order fulfillment, maintaining facility organization, supporting inventory management, adhering to standards and regulations, ensuring food safety and quality control, and contributing to a positive working environment through participation in staff meetings. The Employee is also expected to actively support the Wholesale/Production Lead and collaborate with the supervisor on inventory-related tasks. In general, the duties of the Position to be filled by the Employee shall encompass the following: The Blender plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our production facility. Their responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Production Tasks: Tea: Expertly blend and package loose leaf tea and powders, including weighing, batching, labeling, and boxing. Honey: Skillfully package honey, both labeling and bottling. Follow all FDA and OSHA regulations, and fill out any required documentation Follow Fishbowl Work Orders, record batch details accurately, and enter necessary data into Fishbowl Stage production runs and return unused products and work-in-progress materials to their proper locations in the warehouse Key role in mitigation of foreign material prevention by removing any foreign material Ensure proper cleaning and sanitation is done before, during, and after production as needed Cross-trained on finished good production (tinning/jarring/bagging) Order Fulfillment: Cross-trained on pick, pack, and ship to support the team in times of need Facility Organization: Maintain cleanliness and hygiene within the facility. Support cleaning and sanitizing efforts throughout buildings and grounds Inventory Management: Collaborate with the supervisors to ensure adequate inventory of packaging materials, cleaning supplies, and office essentials. Organize raw materials and finished goods in the inventory. Accurately report inventory entries during various tasks Support receiving and stowing of materials Adherence to Standards: Strictly adhere to all regulatory compliance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) required for job functions. Uphold all OBTC standards and take the initiative on projects. Keep a positive working environment Participate in staff meetings Food Safety & Quality Control: Perform quality control checks on raw materials and finished goods. Strictly follow all food safety rules during production and throughout the facility. 3. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: The Employee is expected to possess a high school diploma or equivalent degree, or military/professional work experience 4. REPORTING: The Employee shall report to the Wholesale/Production Lead, the Production Facility - Operations Manager, Old Barrel Tea Company Consultants, and Company Owners. The Employee will not have additional reporting responsibilities beyond these designated individuals or entities 5. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The role involves significant physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds without assistance and using various tools and equipment. The Employee should be capable of standing, walking, climbing a ladder, and other physical movements. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.49 - $16.50 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Work Location: In person

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