Production Team Member I Ice Cream Manufacturing

ProductionTeam Member I Ice Cream Manufacturing

Full-Time Hourly (Non-Exempt) $17.29 - $18.45

Salt & Straw is looking for Production Associates to support our Central Kitchen of Oregon (CKOR) production facilitylocatedin Portlands Central Eastside.

The Production Associate is an entry-level role on the Spin team responsible for helping produce and package premium high-quality ice cream products efficiently and accurately. This role plays a key part in keeping production moving byoperatingthe production line packaging finished goods and supporting the movement of products throughout the manufacturing process. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

What Salt & Straw Production Associates Do

• Operate the production line and support production flow including filling tubs packaging pints and assembling 8-pack cases

• Accurately and efficiently package finished goods including tubs pints and 8-pack cases

• Move finished goods todesignatedstaging and freezer locations

• Monitor product quality through weight checks fill level verification visual inspections and packaging checks

• Follow all food safety GMP sanitation and workplace safety policies

• Promptly escalate production or quality concerns to the Spin Lead and/or Spin Supervisor

• Follow direction from senior team members to support daily production goals

• Support Operator 2 team members by preparing and loading raw materials packaging materials and sub-assembly ingredients into machinery

This Role Might Be Right If You:

• Have prior experience working in commercial food preparation manufacturing production or warehouse environments

• Are comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment

• Have strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions

• Communicate effectively and work well within a team environment

• Have basic problem-solving skills and willingness to ask questions when needed

• Are reliable consistent and able to follow safety and sanitation standards

• Are comfortable operating basic commercial kitchen or production equipment

• Are comfortable working around food allergens and within refrigerated/freezer environments

• Are comfortable standing for extended periods and performing repetitive motions

• Are available to work weekends and holidays as needed

WhatYoullGet

Everyday Pay: Optional access to earned wages before payday for added financial flexibility.

401(k) with Company Match: Eligible after 3 months of service with automatic enrollment and a 50% company match on deferrals up to 1% of pay.

Paid Time Off:Accruesstarting at approximately 2 weeks per year increasing with tenure.

Sick Leave: Forty hours provided after30 daysof employment plus ongoing accrual based on hours worked.

Paid Holidays: Twelve paid holidays annually.

Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage: Available beginning the first of the month following your start date.

Career Development & Tuition Assistance: Career growth opportunities and up to $1800/year in education reimbursement for eligible programs.

Team Member Discount: Enjoy a 30% discount on our handmade ice cream and merchandise.

Additional Voluntary Benefits: Including accident critical illness hospital indemnity commuter benefits and pet insurance.

Wage Transparency

Theanticipatedhiring range for this position is$17.29-$18.45. The broader compensation range of$17.29-$21.14reflects futureearninggrowth within the role over time

Important Notes

• Food Allergy Warning: This role involves working in an environment where common food allergens (peanuts tree nuts dairy eggs soy wheat seafood) are present.

• Equal Employment Opportunity: Salt & Straw is committed to creating an inclusive workplace andprovidesequal opportunity to all applicants regardless of race gender sexual orientation disability or background.

• E-Verify Participation: Weparticipatein E-Verify to confirm work authorization.

Our Values

Create the Unbelievable

Show Up Generously

Act with Thoughtful Curiosity

Share Human Kindness

Make It Count

These values are the sprinkles on top guiding us to create happiness through moments of wonder in every scoop smile and shared moment. They form the foundation of our brand and shape the culture of our workplace.