Production Associate - Shipping & Receiving

Intelligentsia Coffee; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off & Sick Leave

Paid Training

Employee Discounts

Flexible schedule

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Intelligentsia Coffee located at 7300 S Central Ave in Bedford Park is seeking a Production Associate. The role supports all aspects of our roast-to-order process, including labeling, weighing, packing, and fulfillment of daily orders.

Schedule is Tuesday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM, about 24 hours per week with full benefits eligibility. You will join a production team with labeling, packing, blending, and shipping duties across multiple stations.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and speak English proficiently.
• Attention to detail and punctuality.
• Able to work in a warehouse environment with safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Labeling bags and applying UPC/front labels accurately.
• Weighing and packing 12oz or 5lb bags and preparing for shipping.
• Operating packing line and grinders with proper weight and grind numbers.
• Assist in labeling, palletizing, and case labeling for shipments.
• Follow food safety and workplace safety training; maintain clean workstations.

Skills

English proficiency

Attendance

Punctuality

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Worker Type:EmployeeJob Description:LocationThis position is located at 7300 S Central Ave in Bedford Park, with a schedule consisting of Tuesday-Thursday, from 9:00AM-5:30PM (~24 hours per week, with full benefits eligibility)A Production Associate is an integral member of our Operations team who ensures that customer orders are fulfilled under our roast-to-order model each day. In this role, employees will be exposed to all aspects of our operations including labeling bags, blending roasted coffee, packaging roasted coffee, and fulfillment of orders. Employees will be assigned to one of the teams below but will be exposed to all different aspects of our operations. Depending on the order volume, production employees may assist other teams to ensure we ship orders every day. The duties and responsibilities for each production team are listed below.Labeling TeamAssist with downloading and printing labels as neededAccurately apply UPC labels & front labels either by hand or by using labeling applicator equipmentGain a proper understanding of operating all printers and label applicatorsMust have attention to detail and understand the importance of proper label placementAssist in managing back and label inventory and organizationClean up workstations after the end of every production dayPacking TeamProper understanding and operation of Weigh & Fill packing lineFilling 12oz or 5lb bags with WB or GR coffee, ensuring proper weightPlacing filled & sealed bags in designated area on the shipping rack to be picked by Shipping TeamOperate table and standing grinders with proper grind numberMust have attention to detail and understand the importance of weight accuracy, grind accuracy, proper bag sealing, and proper shelf organizationClean up workstations after the end of every production dayToyo TeamUnderstand how to operate the box erector and taping stationBe able to accurately load labels into the case labeler and trouble shoot machine issuesAccurately palletize cased coffee after it is boxed and labeledMove with purpose and maintain the speed of the packaging lineEnsure all bags are properly folded and stickered according to product specificationsAssist with cleaning and maintaining packaging lineClean up workstations after the end of every production dayShipping TeamPull product from the shipping rack & fulfill UPS, USPS and Fedex orders according to packing slip & shipping tagProperly secure and pack merchandise and wholesale orders to prevent damageMust have attention to detail and ensure all orders are fulfilled with appropriate product with corresponding grind number and quantities.Assist with loading and unloading trailers and shipmentsCleaning Duties as assignedBlending TeamEnsure the correct coffee is used in the correct blends in the correct amounts.Follows recipes as directed by the Blend Recipe GuideBlend and grind coffee based on the system generated work ordersManage Issuing of work orders and bagging completions in NetsuiteProperly route each roast batch of coffee using the routing guidance provided by NetSuite systemWIP counts as directed by Plant ManagerGeneralParticipate and adhere to training on Food Safety and workplace safetyEscalate all potential Food Safety and OSHA issues to Leads or ManagersParticipate in cleaning tasks as directedSchedule is Tuesday-Thursday, from 9:00AM-5:30PM (~24 hours per week, with full benefits eligibility)Education and/or ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED required.Language and SkillsAbility to read and speak English proficiently.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear.The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.The employee must occasionally, safely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, per OSHA lifting limits.QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsAfter training, is able to articulate the goal and expectations of each workstationUnderstands the importance of Attendance and punctualityUnderstands we are all on the same teamAble to work within a structured environmentAble to listen to and digest constructive criticism or correctionsAbility to maintain confidentiality in all matters.Ability to interface and maintain effective relationships with co-workers.Detail oriented, logical, analytical and methodological approach to problem solving.Ability to work independently and alongside fellow employees.Ability to manage resources, plan and prioritize workload to ensure that all goals are efficiently metWork EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Warehouse environment. Not climate controlled.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.Sometimes working solo, other times working in a team.There are forklifts and heavy machinery at this facility.Benefits401(k) with Company MatchMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceEmployee DiscountsFlexible schedulePaid Time Off and Sick LeavePaid TrainingEmployee Assistance ProgramCompensation$20.48 per hourIntelligentsia Coffee, Inc is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals.We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving guests throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances.Intelligentsia is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us via email at [e-mail]