Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Production Associate, Cream Cheese Production Facility

Role type: Non-exempt, hourly

Location: On-site in Marietta, GA Monday-Friday

As a full-time production associate in our production facility, you will be an integral part of our team responsible for producing high-quality bagels and cream cheese, and ensuring the smooth operation of our production shop. You will play a crucial role in various aspects of running the cream cheese production line while maintaining cleanliness and adherence to food safety standards. We encourage you to join our team if you seek a community where education, reliability, and taste matter!

About PopUp Bagels

PopUp Bagels is not just a bagel company—we’re a cultural movement. Our stores are small, our vibes are loud, and our energy is contagious. From signature neon and iconic bullhorns to our “Not Famous but Known” mirror, we’ve reimagined not just how a bagel is created, but how it’s enjoyed: Grip, Rip and Dip! With a cult-like following, massive social presence, and unparalleled collaborations with top companies, partners and Brand Ambassadors, PopUp Bagels is defining a new food lifestyle brand.

We keep things simple, but we do them really, really well. And our customers agree.

Essential Tasks for this Position:

• Move along the cream cheese production line and measure, mix, and blend ingredients following established cream cheese recipes and formulations.
• Help to maintain the standards of the Department of Health and PopUp Bagels food safety standards.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) protocols.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, tools, and production areas according to strict sanitation schedules.
• Fill, seal, and label cream cheese containers according to specifications.
• Inspect packaging for defects and remove defective products from the production line.
• Assist in preparing finished goods for storage or shipment.
• Maintain a clean work environment to prevent contamination or cross-contact of allergens.
• Dispose of waste and byproducts properly, following facility protocols.
• Conduct in-process checks (temperature, pH, weight, packaging integrity) and record results accurately.
• Ensure all finished products meet safety and quality standards before packaging.
• Operate and monitor mixers, pasteurizers, and filling/packaging machinery to maintain consistent product quality.
• Adjust processing equipment settings to control product texture, consistency, and yield.

YOU HAVE:

• Previous experience working in a production environment.
• Experience working with heavy machinery.
• An eye for detail and solving challenges.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The willingness to roll up your sleeves and pitch in wherever necessary.
• The ability to perform the physical requirements of the position (frequently lifting 30 pounds and occasionally up to 70 pounds).
• The ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time.
• The ability to work weekends, holidays, and occasional second shifts.

Additional Role Note: The duties of this position may change from time to time. PopUp Bagels reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of PopUp Bagels or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general work level. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

PopUp Bagels is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, age, ancestry, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related condition, unemployment status, gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender dysphoria, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, national origin, citizenship, disability, covered veteran and/or military status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, familial status as that term is described under other protected statuses or any other characteristic as protected under applicable federal, state and local law.

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