Production Associate

The Spice & Tea Exchange of Scottsdale; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Spice & Tea Exchange of Scottsdale is seeking a Production Assistant to support blending, packaging, labeling, and inventory management in a fast-paced setting. You will help ensure the store is ready to deliver an exceptional guest experience and contribute to the team’s success.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, able to follow recipes, and capable of working independently or as part of a team in a busy retail/production environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, task-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with blending, packaging, and labeling products according to store standards
• Maintain stock levels on the sales floor, backstock, and bulk bins
• Support daily production tasks based on store priorities
• Prepare and organize materials needed for production, including labels, bags, and containers
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate low stock to management
• Fulfill phone orders as directed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the stockroom and blend room
• Follow all food safety, cleanliness, and operational standards
• Support team members with production-related tasks as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Store Manager or Production Manager

Skills

Math skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Benefits

• Training & development
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Do you enjoy working with your hands and bringing products to life behind the scenes? Are you detail-oriented and take
pride in keeping things organized, stocked, and running smoothly?

Join The Spice & Tea Exchange as a Production Assistant, where you’ll support the creation of our signature blends,
maintain inventory levels, and help ensure our store is always ready to deliver an exceptional guest experience. In this
role, your work directly contributes to our mission of Creating & Sharing the Experience of a More Flavorful Life,
ensuring every product we offer inspires creativity in the kitchen and delight for our guests.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, task-focused environment and enjoys being an essential
part of the team’s success.

Responsibilities

A Production Associate will be expected to:

• Assist with blending, packaging, and labeling products according to store standards
• Maintain stock levels on the sales floor, backstock, and bulk bins
• Support daily production tasks based on store priorities
• Prepare and organize materials needed for production, including labels, bags, and containers
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate low stock to management
• Fulfill phone orders as directed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the stockroom and blend room
• Follow all food safety, cleanliness, and operational standards
• Support team members with production-related tasks as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Store Manager or Production Manager

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, task-oriented environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes
• 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
• Strong organizational skills
• Clear communication and ability to take direction
• Previous retail, kitchen, or production experience is a plus
• Adaptability and flexibility as store needs shift

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