Production Specialists work under direct supervision. They will apply basic and some advanced skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment appropriate to their area of specialization. Use of specialized subject matter knowledge required.

Duties of this position may include:

• Mixing, shaping, baking, wrapping and stocking of products
• Ensuring quality control of all product before sending to sales floor
• Maintaining sanitation in the department
• Maintaining organization of back storage, freezer, walk-in and production area
• Reading and executing daily production list
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as weights, discounts, percentages and volumes
• Providing customer service as required such as answering questions, taking orders on the phone
• Assisting in monitoring the quality of goods and monitors shrink
• Ordering and receiving products and supplies
• Maintaining transfer records
• Preps, wraps, prices, sells, and stocks products continuously
• Demos, or prepares customer samples for self-serve
• Providing superlative customer service
• Using suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales

Work experience: 2+ years 2-5 years of related experience - Required. Experience with commercial production - Preferred. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Required. Ability to handle stressful situations - Required. Good verbal and written communication skills - Required. Ability to inform customers about ingredients - Required. Values diversity - Required.

Physical demands: Lift and carry moderate to heavy loads (minimum of 50 lbs.). Bend, reach, push, and pull. Ability to work overnight and flexible schedules (days, evenings, weekends, and holidays).