Operator I - Food Manufacturing and Production

Salt & Straw • Portland, OR

5d • $17 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Operator 1 team member is an entry-level role on the Spin team. The team’s mission is to produce premium, high-quality ice cream efficiently and package it accurately into pints and tubs. Operator 1 team members play a key role in keeping production moving—operating the line, packaging finished goods, and transferring completed products onto pallets for freezing and storage. This role requires strong attention to detail, a commitment to food and plant safety, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Prior experience working in commercial food preparation, manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow clear instructions
• Able to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Basic problem-solving abilities and willingness to ask for help when needed
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing facility and alongside other teams
• Reliable, consistent, and able to follow safety and sanitation guidelines
• Comfortable operating basic commercial kitchen or production equipment (training provided)
• Fluency in English

Responsibilities

• Operate the production line and assist with production flow, including filling tubs, packaging pints, and assembling 8-pack cases
• Accurately and efficiently package finished goods (filling tubs and pints into 8-pack cases)
• Move finished goods to designated locations, including the staging freezer and main freezer
• Monitor product quality by verifying packaging materials, performing weight checks, checking fill levels, and conducting visual inspections
• Follow all safety and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) policies
• Escalate any issues to the Spin Lead and/or Spin Supervisor promptly
• Follow directions from senior team members to meet daily production targets
• Support Operator 2 in preparing and loading raw materials, packaging, and sub-assembly ingredients into machinery

Benefits

• Optional Everyday Pay for access to earned wages anytime
• 401(k) match with a 50% company match up to 1% of your salary after three months
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available the first of the month following or coinciding with the hire date
• FSA, HSA, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage options
• Free, 24/7 access to licensed mental health professionals for you and your family through multiple support options, including text, chat, web, in-person, and group sessions
• Two consecutive days off weekly
• Paid Sick Time (40 hours upon hire, then accrued at 1 hour per 30 hours worked)
• Approximately two weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year for the first two years (increasing to three weeks in years 3–5, and four weeks starting in year 6)
• 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave at 70% of pay
• Holiday pay for 12 recognized holidays
• 30% Team Member discount
• Early access to new flavors
• Commuter FSA
• UHC Wellness Rewards (earn up to $1,000)
• Affordable FIGO Pet Insurance
• Up to $1,800 per year in Educational Assistance
• Career pathing and development opportunities
• Supportive, welcoming workplace where every Team Member is valued and respected

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed