Gourmet Popcorn Production Worker

Kettle Heroes, LLC; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Kettle Heroes, a leader in artisan popcorn production, is hiring Production Associates to join their team. The role involves operating equipment, ensuring food safety, and contributing to a culture focused on quality and community outreach. Previous food production experience is preferred; training provided.

Benefits

Paid training for food handler's card

Support for community charitable efforts

Qualifications

• Previous food production experience is preferred.
• Ability to handle physical workload and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Forklift certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain manufacturing machinery.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Follow proper food handling and safety guidelines.

Skills

Physical stamina

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Fluency in English or Spanish

Tools

Forklift

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Job Description

Job Description

Kettle Heroes handcrafts artisan popcorn, kettle corn, and caramel corn in small batches, using only all-natural, non-GMO, gluten-free, nut-free, and kosher ingredients. More importantly, we seek to raise awareness and funds for many non-profits, charitable organizations and causes...in particular, military veterans through the Pat Tillman Foundation. Be a part of a great culture that strives to make a difference in the world, one kernel at a time.

Our production staff are true artisans and take pride in crafting the best gourmet popcorn in the Southwestern U.S. We're looking for part-time and full-time staff depending on requested personal schedules and company needs.

Production workers are involved in all aspects of food production, from popping popcorn to filling and sealing bags and boxes. You will operate machinery and equipment, as well as identify areas of improvement to increase efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Operate, maintain, and clean manufacturing machinery and equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair any mechanical failures
• Complete work orders and requests in a timely fashion
• Perform routine preventative maintenance
• Adhere to safety policies and good manufacturing procedures
• Follow proper food handling and food safety guidelines. All workers must obtain a Food handler's card within the first 2 weeks of employment (training provided and paid by Kettle Heroes).
  
  

Qualifications:

• Previous food production experience
• Previous experience in production, manufacturing, or other related fields
• Familiarity with manufacturing machinery and equipment
• Ability to handle physical workload
• Ability to climb up and down ladders and stairs carrying up to 25 lbs
• Ability to lift safely and move up to 50 lbs of bulk ingredients
• Perform repetitive motions involved in labeling, filling, and sealing packaging materials
• Ability to stand for extended periods up to 4 hours continuously
• Fluency in English or Spanish
• Forklift certification is a plus
  
  

Company Description

Kettle Heroes handcrafts popcorn in small batches, using only the finest all-natural, gluten-free, nut-free, non-GMO, kosher ingredients. We pride ourselves in producing the best popcorn, kettle corn, and caramel corn in Arizona. We specialize in many Southwestern and Latin American inspired flavors, such as Prickly Pear Kettle Corn, Hatch Green Chile Cheddar Popcorn, and Cinnamon Sugar Churros Kettle Corn.

Kettle Heroes handcrafts popcorn in small batches, using only the finest all-natural, gluten-free, nut-free, non-GMO, kosher ingredients. We pride ourselves in producing the best popcorn, kettle corn, and caramel corn in Arizona. We specialize in many Southwestern and Latin American inspired flavors, such as Prickly Pear Kettle Corn, Hatch Green Chile Cheddar Popcorn, and Cinnamon Sugar Churros Kettle Corn.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Food Production

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