Production Assistant - The Olive Press

Production Assistant - The Olive Press

SUMMARY
The Warehouse Production Assistant will work under the supervision of the Warehouse Manager, to execute a variety of tasks including bottling/labeling olive oil and balsamic vinegars, building gift packs, and maintaining a clean work area. Great attention to detail is required for this role. The Warehouse Production Assistant will work closely with the Warehouse Manager and the Production Lead. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position handles bottling/labeling all extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar which includes filling all bulk orders.
• Building all gift packs, using wooden and cardboard boxes, adding crinkle, etc.
• Building gift packs/shipping boxes for corporate and club orders.
• Maintaining daily cleaning schedule, including but not limited to; sweeping, moping, washing production supplies, taking out garbage/recycling and sanitizing work space.
• Responsible for special projects as directed by the Warehouse Manager.

 
QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

• Possess a positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• Excellent team player
• Ability to have written and oral communication skills, bi-lingual preferred.
• Willingness to help in a multitude of tasks and to learn new skills and programs.
• Ability to respond to frequently changing needs.
• Ability to handle numerous projects, multitask and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational and problem-solving skills.

 
Physical Demands

• Work is performed in a warehouse where temperatures are variable from cool to uncomfortably hot, and noise levels can be moderate to high.
• Operate a desktop computer using keyboard and mouse, employing repetitive arm and wrist, hand and finger movements.
• Frequently lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds safely.
• Frequently push/pull, lift/carry, and reach overhead.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time; walk, kneel, crouch or climb stairs or ladders.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts)
• 401k Matching
• PTO (Paid-Time-Off)
• Paid holidays
• Employee Company Discounts

Pay Rate: $17 - $19 per hour (Depending on Experience)
*Must be available to work Monday - Friday; starting at 7am

The Olive Press 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.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note : We  are not accepting unsolicited phone calls, emails, or resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.