Spicewalla Production

Spicewalla is a chef-driven spice company located in Asheville, NC. We offer fresh spices that are all packed and processed with care. Spicewalla is a part of the Chai Pani Restaurant Group family, known around town as a great place to work. Position Summary: The production team is the heartbeat of our operations, where we ensure the absolute best quality and consistency in the products we sell. Throughout the week, the team works to complete pre-planned production runs, to replenish backstock and fill direct orders. Each person works directly with the spices, both independently and as a team, filling various containers. Part of each week includes labeling tins, making collections boxes, and assembling collections. Basically, our team works steadily to create the mindblasting products we sell to our customers! Essential Duties: Identify spices and blends for packing Pack tin, jars, and bags to appropriate fill Packing methods can include independently filling both manually (with a scoop) or machine assisted (filling machine), as well as with a team on an assembly line Label tins and products for retail and wholesale orders Package filled and labeled tins into collection boxes Maintain production logs and label sign offs for Food Safety compliance Follow GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) including wearing gloves, hairnets, and other PPE to ensure a sanitary work environment. Daily clean up of work area Monthly deep clean of the factory Other duties may include helping unload spice deliveries, gathering supplies needed from the warehouse, and assisting in the fulfillment department We are currently looking for a Blending Team member. This person will be part of the production team and will also work part of the time with a sub group to create our blends. Tasks include following a recipe, mixing ingredients, and roasting and grinding as needed. BOH restaurant experience helpful! *Above is an outline of primary job tasks. Duties are not limited to those listed. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her/their services wherever necessary to ensure the success of our business endeavors. Qualifications/ Experience/ Skills: Positive attitudeWorks well independently and with a teamReliable and punctualAbility to perform repetitive tasks in a focused mannerCapable of consistently hitting production metrics and benchmarksPrevious experience in food manufacturing, food service, or general manufacturing is a plus Physical Demands: Standing for extended periods of time Independently lift 50 pounds Repetitive tasks with infrequent rest periods Work Environment: Working indoors, with relative temperature control of 68 degrees and low humidityVarious and sometimes strong spice aromasOccasionally working near loud noises and industrial equipmentSchedule : Mon - Fri, 9am- 5pm (40 hour work week) Performance Measurement: Attendance and punctuality Minimal mistakes and attention to detail Efficiency and teamwork Benefits: After 60 days, all full time employees will be eligible for the following benefits: Health Insurance, including vision and dental options Life Insurance 6 Paid Holidays 3 Paid Sick Days CPRG discount on food and merchandise at our Restaurants 50% off spicewalla products *After the 60-day new hire training period, a performance evaluation will be scheduled. If determined to meet our performance, conduct, and attendance expectations new hires will receive the following: $1/hr additional pay 5 days of PTO per year (pro rated for the first year based on your evaluation date) If you have worked any type of production job before, you know that it can be repetitive, but also very rewarding. At Spicewalla, each day you will start with raw materials and by the end of the day you will have created products that will be enjoyed by customers throughout the country. To ensure that the job will be a good fit, both for you and for Spicewalla, all candidates are required to work a paid one-day stage (working interview) before receiving a job offer. Are you ready to spice up your life? We cant wait to hear from you!