FedUp Foods · 1 week ago
Industrial Flavor Associate (Brewing Production Kitchen Associate)
Marshall, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20/hr - $20/hr
1+ years expFedUp Foods, through its subsidiary AKM LLC, is a leading producer of kombucha and functional beverages. The Industrial Flavor Associate will assist in the flavor kitchen by handling raw ingredients, maintaining cleanliness, and preparing beverages according to standard operating procedures.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingPackaging Services
Responsibilities
Maintain a safe and clean food production environment, including daily and deep cleaning of equipment, floors, drains, and other systems
Complete annual chemical training and use cleaning chemicals safely, including proper titrations
Follow PPE requirements and report incidents or near misses to supervisors
Perform Clean in Place (CIP) on brite tanks
Assist in ingredient preparation according to SOPs and weekly flavor plans, including thawing, washing, cutting, blending, juicing, and mixing
Stage and plan future ingredients
Add flavor recipes to brite tanks according to SOPs
Record accurate data in spreadsheets, logs, and ERP systems on lot numbers, waste, thawing, and ingredient quantities
Operate high-speed mixers and pumps for flavoring
Assist in carbonation of packaging tanks
Assemble and operate large-scale cold-press juicers
Follow GMP policies and encourage others to do the same
Understand and adhere to SQF policies, including pest control, visitor management, allergen management, and cleaning and sanitation
Support Management's Commitment to SQF and continuous improvement in food safety and quality
Report food quality or safety issues to the Quality Assurance Manager so corrective actions can be taken
Qualification
Required
Maintain a safe and clean food production environment, including daily and deep cleaning of equipment, floors, drains, and other systems
Complete annual chemical training and use cleaning chemicals safely, including proper titrations
Follow PPE requirements and report incidents or near misses to supervisors
Perform Clean in Place (CIP) on brite tanks
Assist in ingredient preparation according to SOPs and weekly flavor plans, including thawing, washing, cutting, blending, juicing, and mixing
Stage and plan future ingredients
Add flavor recipes to brite tanks according to SOPs
Record accurate data in spreadsheets, logs, and ERP systems on lot numbers, waste, thawing, and ingredient quantities
Operate high-speed mixers and pumps for flavoring
Assist in carbonation of packaging tanks
Assemble and operate large-scale cold-press juicers
Follow GMP policies and encourage others to do the same
Understand and adhere to SQF policies, including pest control, visitor management, allergen management, and cleaning and sanitation
Support Management's Commitment to SQF and continuous improvement in food safety and quality
Report food quality or safety issues to the Quality Assurance Manager so corrective actions can be taken
Keen attention to detail and accurate measurement conversion
High standard of cleanliness and dependability
Proficiency with spreadsheet data entry
Strong awareness of safety precautions and hazards
Ability to interact effectively at all organizational levels
Ability to multitask, be flexible, and work variable schedules as needed
Positive, team-oriented attitude
High school diploma or GED required
Ability to stand, walk, and be on feet for prolonged periods
Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet environments
Regularly lift, push, or pull up to 65 pounds
Ability to bend, squat, crawl, kneel, and navigate uneven surfaces
Preferred
Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred but not required
Minimum 1 year of kitchen prep or batch-mixing experience preferred
Benefits
Health Insurance (80-90% of individual premium covered)
Group Term Life Insurance (100% company-covered)
Short-Term Disability (100% company-covered)
Long-Term Disability (50% company-covered)
Voluntary Dental, Vision, Life, and Accident Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
9 Paid Holidays
PTO & Sick Time
Company
FedUp Foods
FedUp Foods is a manufacturer of fermented food that provides supply chain solutions, packaging capabilities , and storage solution.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
David Gray
Chief Executive Officer
John S. Lee
Co-Founder
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