Stager I - Food Manufacturing and Production

Salt & Straw • Portland, OR

7d • $17 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Stager 1 Team Member is an entry-level position on the Staging team. The Staging team’s goal is to prepare, organize, and set up the raw materials, ingredients, and packaging needed for the production process. Stagers play a pivotal role in ensuring that our production lines have all the necessary items in the right quantities to meet our daily production goals. This position requires attention to detail, a strong commitment to food 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.
• Fluency in English.
• Good counting and math skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Comfortable working on a team in a manufacturing facility with other teams.

Responsibilities

• Accurately portion, weigh, measure, label, and stage ingredients following recipes, batch sheets, and company standards
• Assemble, organize, and stage required ingredients, materials, and equipment in designated staging areas according to production schedules
• Stage packaging materials (including pint cups, lids, tubs, and related items) to support production needs
• Clean, return, and properly store sub-assembly materials in accordance with GMPs and allergen protocols
• Transfer ingredients and materials as needed for thawing, downstacking, or production readiness
• Follow First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory rotation and proper material handling procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work area by following sanitation, safety, and personnel hygiene standards
• Identify and report quality issues, discrepancies, or missing materials to leadership in a timely manner
• Use NetSuite to confirm ingredient accuracy and support efficient workflow between departments
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with production, quality, and staging team members to support smooth operations

Benefits

• Financial Flexibility: Optional Everyday Pay for access to earned wages anytime, plus competitive tips and a 401(k) match with a 50% company match up to 1% of your salary after three months.
• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available the first of the month following or coinciding with the hire date, plus FSA, HSA, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage options.
• Mental Health Support: 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.
• Work-Life Balance: 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, and holiday pay for 12 recognized holidays.
• Perks & Discounts: 30% Team Member discount, early access to new flavors, Commuter FSA, UHC Wellness Rewards (earn up to $1,000), and affordable FIGO Pet Insurance.
• Education & Career Growth: Up to $1,800 per year in Educational Assistance, plus career pathing and development opportunities.
• Inclusive Culture: A 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
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees