ASSOCIATE

Production Associate

The Production Associate is responsible for producing, packaging, and preparing gourmet popcorn products for distribution through retail, wholesale, online, and special event channels. This position plays a critical role in ensuring product quality, consistency, food safety, and order accuracy throughout the production and fulfillment process. The Production Associate prepares popcorn according to established recipes, operates production and packaging equipment, fulfills customer orders, and maintains clean, sanitary, and organized work environments. This role requires attention to detail, teamwork, adaptability, and a commitment to delivering exceptional products and customer experiences.

Kitchen / Culinary Production

• Prepares a variety of gourmet popcorn flavors according to approved recipes and production standards.
• Accurately measures and combines ingredients to ensure product consistency and quality.
• Operates popcorn production equipment and machinery safely and efficiently.
• Monitors product quality throughout the production process.
• Maintains detailed records of ingredients used and batch production information.
• Ensures compliance with food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Maintains cleanliness of all production equipment, tools, and work areas.
• Assists with inventory tracking and ingredient management as assigned.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts related to product quality and production efficiency.

Packaging Operations

• Measures and packages finished popcorn products according to established portion and weight requirements.
• Fills branded bags, cups, sample packages, and other packaging formats accurately.
• Operates packaging equipment and performs manual packaging activities when necessary.
• Monitors packaging quality, product appearance, and package integrity.
• Ensures products are sealed properly to maintain freshness and quality.
• Documents packaging dates, lot numbers, batch information, and production records.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of packaging equipment and workstations.
• Assists with inventory management of packaging materials and supplies.

Order Fulfillment

• Prepares customer orders accurately for online, wholesale, retail, and special event distribution.
• Selects correct products and packaging materials for each order.
• Packages completed orders into shipping boxes or event packaging.
• Verifies products, quantities, and order details prior to shipment.
• Prepares shipping documents, labels, and required order documentation.
• Learns and follows shipping procedures utilizing carriers such as UPS, USPS, and other distribution methods.
• Supports pop-up events and special order fulfillment activities as assigned.
• Ensures timely and accurate order processing and shipment.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization within the fulfillment area.

Other Responsibilities

• Follows all food safety, sanitation, and quality control procedures.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Demonstrates strong teamwork and collaboration with coworkers and supervisors.
• Assists in maintaining production schedules and productivity goals.
• Participates in training and professional development activities.
• Follows all workplace safety policies and procedures.
• Reports equipment issues, product concerns, or safety hazards promptly.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced production environment.
• Supports special projects, events, and business initiatives as assigned.
• Documents time worked accurately.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

About Company

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its constellation of affiliate companies. Apis Services and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This commitment extends to every phase of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, and termination.