Assembler (Food Manufacturing)

Tovala • Carol Stream, IL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Tovala is a food-tech company that is reinventing home cooking to save consumers time. They achieve this through an innovative combination of hardware, software, and fresh food delivery, making it simple for anyone to prepare and enjoy delicious, home-cooked meals without sacrificing time. Tovala has distinguished itself from other meal delivery businesses through its superior technology, product experience, and food quality, resulting in a loyal and rapidly growing customer base with best-in-class retention, product engagement, and customer NPS. The company has secured over $100 million in funding from investors such as Left Lane Capital, Origin Ventures, Y Combinator, and Comcast Ventures, and has invested in building a unique culture that promotes growth, personal development, and camaraderie.

Requirements

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to weigh, measure, and portion food accurately
• Basic arithmetic and counting skills
• Standing and/or walking for 8+ hours per shift in a refrigerated environment (39°F)
• Frequently lifting, pushing, and/or pulling up to 25 pounds
• Use of hands and fingers for repetitive tasks and fine manipulation
• Vision required for food handling and machine operation
• Personal protective equipment required for food safety

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Previous food production or manufacturing experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Portion vegetables, grains, spices, and sauces into containers
• Inspect food products for quality and accuracy
• Assemble and package meals for shipping
• Label finished products for delivery
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Work with the team to meet daily production goals

Benefits

• Additional $0.25/hour raise opportunity every 3 months
• Employee of the Month award — $150 gift card
• Culture Champ Award — $350 gift card (quarterly)
• Automatic entry into annual raffles with great prizes
• Paid winter holiday shutdown (one week around Christmas time)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning the first month after hire
• 401(k)
• Paid birthday off
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Paid holidays
• Company equity that vests over four years
• Tovala oven and discounted meal plan after 90 days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED