Skincare Production Technician | Hudson Valley

Katemcleod; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Bonuses

Product discounts

Regular weekly schedule

Team events

Culture of celebration

Snacks

Job summary

Kate McLeod in Red Hook, NY is seeking a Production Associate to join a small, hands-on team crafting clean skincare products. You will handcraft products using food-grade ingredients in a workshop that operates like a kitchen, requiring precision, endurance, and a strong eye for quality.

The role is physical and independent as well as collaborative, with opportunities to advance within a mission-driven, locally based company focused on sustainable craftsmanship and high standards.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a bakery, kitchen, or food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Comfortable operating production equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, adaptable, and willing to take on a variety of tasks.
• Basic computer skills.
• Physically able to lift up to 55 pounds repeatedly.
• Stand and walk for up to 8–9 hours per shift.
• Flexible and open to shift or schedule changes as needed.
• Passionate about our mission and sustainable craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support the production line to meet daily and weekly goals.
• Unmold all lotion bars by hand.
• Prepare and set up materials and equipment for each production run, ensuring everything is stocked and ready.
• Monitor equipment and materials during operation to maintain safety, consistency, and quality standards; promptly report issues to management.
• Inspect raw materials and finished goods for accuracy, quality, scent, and appearance.
• Record production data (ingredient usage, yields, waste, QA rejects) using logs or digital tools.
• Clean and maintain production equipment to ensure safe, consistent performance.
• Track inventory levels of ingredients and communicate shortages as needed.
• Prepare and coordinate changeovers for different SKUs or product batches.
• Follow all health and safety protocols, including proper PPE use and workspace cleanliness.
• Support related production or warehouse tasks as needed to help the broader team.

Skills

Bakery background

Attention to detail

Dependable

Team player

Basic computer skills

Safety minded

Physical stamina

Job description

Kate McLeod in Red Hook, NY is seeking a Production Associate to join a small, hands-on team crafting clean skincare products. You will handcraft products using food-grade ingredients in a workshop that operates like a kitchen, requiring precision, endurance, and a strong eye for quality.

The role is physical and independent as well as collaborative, with opportunities to advance within a mission-driven, locally based company focused on sustainable craftsmanship and high standards.