Production Associate

Kripalu Center For Yoga And Health; Stockbridge (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vacation, Sick, & Personal Time, Paid 

Vision

403b Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending and Dependent Care

Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disb

Company Paid Life Insurance

Free Meals in Kripalu Dining Hall

Discounted Purchases in Kripalu Shop

Yoga Classes

Job summary

The Kripalu Center For Yoga And Health in Stockbridge, MA is seeking an entry-level Production Associate to set up and breakdown programs and events. You will work with faculty, presenters, and guests, maintaining rooms and equipment while supporting the production team.

This role trains the right candidate with a positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication. No prior experience required; on-the-job training is provided.

Qualifications

• Basic Word, Outlook, and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and breakdowns for all programs, events, and meetings.
• Communicates directly with Kripalu faculty, visiting presenters, presenter assistants and guests, while providing a high level of customer service.
• Maintains program rooms and work areas (i.e., cleaning of blankets and yoga mats, mopping floors, distribution of yoga props, etc.).
• Receives and stores incoming supplies and equipment.
• Supports Supervisor and Leads by ensuring clear communication regarding successes and challenges during shift hours and before shift changes.
• Takes the initiative and follows through with directed projects.
• General office duties as assigned (i.e., paperwork, record keeping, filing, photocopying, printing).
• Adapts to new software and technologies.
• Provides coverage or perform special projects and miscellaneous duties as assigned by management, within production and in other areas of the organization when needed.

Skills

Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 57 INTERLAKEN RD - STOCKBRIDGE, MA, Salary Range: $17.25 - $17.50Hourly, Are you enthusiastic about organizing events and crafting unforgettable experiences? We're seeking an energetic Production Associate to join our team! This is an entry-level role, where you'll work alongside a creative group to set up and breakdown a variety of exciting programs and events that captivate our community and guests.

POSITION SUMMARY

The role is primarily responsible for classroom and event set up and breakdowns, maintaining records and other documents related to inventory, as well as program room and equipment cleaning and maintenance. The role also acts as a liaison between presenters, presenter assistants and guests, while providing a level of support and customer service.

We're looking for someone who works well independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail. This person thrives in working effectively in a fast-paced environment, with a positive attitude and having excellent communication and customer service skills.

The Production Associate serves as a member of the Production team and is an entry level position. Experience is preferred, but not required. We are more than happy to train the right person!

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sets up and breakdowns for all programs, events, and meetings.
• Communicates directly with Kripalu faculty, visiting presenters, presenter assistants and guests, while providing a high level of customer service.
• Maintains program rooms and work areas (i.e., cleaning of blankets and yoga mats, mopping floors, distribution of yoga props, etc.).
• Receives and stores incoming supplies and equipment.
• Supports Supervisor and Leads by ensuring clear communication regarding successes and challenges during shift hours and before shift changes.
• Takes the initiative and follows through with directed projects.
• General office duties as assigned (i.e., paperwork, record keeping, filing, photocopying, printing).
• Adapts to new software and technologies.
• Provides coverage or perform special projects and miscellaneous duties as assigned by management, within production and in other areas of the organization when needed.

COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrates commitment to valuing equity, diversity and contributing to an inclusive environment.
• Possesses strong core ethics, integrity, and values consistent with Kripalu's organizational principles.
• Builds effective relationships, identifies internal and external customer expectations, sees issues from their point of view; offers practical, mutually beneficial recommendations, solutions, and ideas.
• Willingness and ability to be agile in work, supporting across own department as well as across the organization as needed.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform required job elements to established standards, remaining current regarding development and trends in areas of expertise.
• Embraces experiences as learning opportunities.
• Accepts responsibility for personal and professional learning and growth.
• Models the values of Kripalu including service, presence, inquiry, compassion, practice, and integrity.

BENEFITS (Start Day One of Employment)

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, & Personal Time, Paid Holidays
• Vision
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid $50,000 Life Insurance Policy
• Free Meals in the Kripalu Dining Hall
• Discounted Purchases in the Kripalu Shop and for Healing Arts Services
• Yoga Classes, and the opportunity to participate in Kripalu Programs

Qualifications: MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic Word, Outlook, and Excel skills
• Valid driver's license
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand and work on feet for extended periods

PYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand up for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift, push and pull at least 50 pounds at a time independently or with assistance on an occasional basis
• Ability to use fine motor skills
• Ability to adapt to changes in temperature due to changing weather conditions
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, crouch, walk, kneel, push, pull and twist repeatedly
• Ability to tolerate exposure to noise from general environment