Tea Lover / Tea Blending Production Assistant

If your perfect evening involves curling up with your pet, a mug of tea, and a good book, you've found your place! At Plum Deluxe we're passionate about great tea and a great customer experience. We also appreciate a good nerdy reference and the teriyaki from our neighboring food truck.

We're looking for a Tea Blender to support the production team as needed in preparing and packaging our popular loose-leaf tea blends and Tea Club subscription. This includes blending teas according to batch log recipes, flavoring teas as required, and blending custom orders. You are also responsible for prioritizing the daily tea blending needs alongside your blending team, receiving and inspecting incoming goods, and tracking inventory, all while following food safety standards.

This is a full-time (flexible, 32-40 hours), hourly role based in our Portland, Oregon office.

What will you do all day while sipping delicious tea?

Culture

• Know the service vision and values of the company.
• Consistently embody the service vision and values through actions and communications.
• Communicate openly and effectively with managers, team members, and customers.
• Consistently comply with the company communication agreements.
• Work closely with team members to create a positive work environment.
• Actively participate in the company meetings.

Operations

• Blend and flavor teas to recipe using accurate weights and measurements.
• Label, package, and fill products as needed.
• Complete batch paperwork and maintain production logs.
• Receive, restock, and store raw goods correctly, updating the inventory tracking system.
• Monitor stock levels and submit accurate reorders for raw goods and supplies.
• Handle all allergens according to protocol.
• Follow sanitation standards, including equipment sanitizing and the triple-sink setup.
• Perform daily cleaning and equipment maintenance.
• Support the team with production and general warehouse tasks as needed.

General Responsibilities

• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Effectively and efficiently complete all assigned projects within the required timeframes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
This position requires standing for up to 10 hours per day. It also requires lifting a maximum of 50 lbs and bending consistently during shifts to complete the required tasks.

Skills and Experience

• Previous warehouse or product assembly experience.
• Previous experience working in food processing.

Qualifications

• Strives to consistently maintain a positive attitude.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to self-advocate, self-motivate, and follow directions well.
• Able to effectively manage multiple tasks and realign focus as needed without sacrificing work quality.
• Effective and strategic problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Aptitude for learning processes quickly and executing with efficiency.
• Ability to work independently for long periods each day.
• Love of all things tea a plus!

OMG, you had me at Earl Grey! How do I apply?
Please include a cover letter with your resume that mentions your favorite tea (or a tea you'd like to try). Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Bonus points if you include what you'd put on our workday playlist!

Got any other perks?

• Health Insurance (inc. Vision & Dental)
• 401k
• Store discounts
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Pay: From $19.75 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20