Production Manager

Production Manager Benefits: Training & development, Employee discounts, Flexible schedule Are you someone who thrives behind the scenes, bringing organization, efficiency, and precision to life? Do you enjoy working with your hands while ensuring products are prepared with care and consistency? Join The Spice & Tea Exchange as a Production Manager, where you will play a critical role in keeping our shelves stocked, our blends fresh, and our store running smoothly. From managing inventory and production priorities to supporting team efficiency, this role is essential in delivering the exceptional products and experiences our guests love. In this role, you directly support our mission of Creating & Sharing the Experience of a More Flavorful Life by ensuring every product is prepared with quality, consistency, and care so each guest leaves inspired to explore new flavors. Responsibilities Maintain daily production needs, including floor stock, backstock, bulk bins, blends, samplers, and bundles Assess store needs and prioritize daily and weekly production tasks Ensure high-demand products are consistently stocked and available Blend, package, and label products accurately and efficiently Monitor inventory levels of bulk items and communicate ordering needs Forecast production needs based on seasonality and sales trends Maintain adequate supplies of labels, packaging, and production materials Fulfill phone, and business-to-business orders in a timely manner Support organization and cleanliness of the stockroom and blend room Train and coach store team members on production process and procedure Delegate and support production-related tasks such as stocking, labeling, and preparation Collaborate with store leadership to maintain efficiency and meet operational goals Perform other duties as assigned by the Store Manager or Owner Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent 13 years of retail, production, or inventory management experience preferred Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Preferred Skills Ability to utilize simple math skills in measuring ingredients, reading a scale, and following recipes Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel Strong communication skills to ensure inventory and production needs are clearly understood Ability to train and support team members in production processes Adaptability and willingness to pivot based on store needs Physical Demands Regular use of kitchen tools to prepare daily blends Maneuver around stockroom and production areas; involves bending, standing, twisting, and lifting Ability to stand for extended periods of time Frequent lifting and moving products weighing up to 50 lbs. Constantly exposed to our exceptional spice and tea aromas Compensation: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour We create and share the experience every day! Life is better lived with a little spice. The Spice & Tea Exchange was founded in 2008, by a group of talented individuals with a passion for life and food. What started as a small shop St. Augustine, Florida, has quickly grown into a nation-wide franchise powered by flavor, passionate franchise owners, and a desire to bring flavorful ingredients to your kitchen. Our franchise owners are the #1 REASON for what we do, and our team is a close-knit family you'd enjoy sitting with around the dinner table. Creating & sharing the experience of a more flavorful life, is the mission and cornerstone of our business, in which we strive to provide guests with quality products and flavorful memories. We offer a high-quality, diverse assortment of products in a sensory shopping experience. One step into our shops will kick your senses into high-gear as you open the jars and smell, explore recipes, and speak with our knowledgeable staff about your culinary interests. At The Spice & Tea Exchange we are committed to our mission. If you have a desire to inspire coworkers and customers, we may have a place for you at the table! This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Spice & Tea Exchange Corporate.