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The Production and Shipping Assistant supports the day-to-day production, inventory, packing, and shipping functions of The Columbia Fragrance Co. The role helps maintain accurate finished-goods inventory, prepares products according to established formulas and quality standards, and ensures customer orders are packed accurately and shipped on time.

General duties include:

• Inventory management
• Review finished-goods inventory, identify products below established stock levels, and prioritize production needed to restore full inventory levels.
• Spray and fragrance oil production
• Prepare bottles and components; measure, blend, and hand pour sprays and fragrance oils according to established formulas and batch instructions; cap and inspect finished products.
• Candle production
• Prepare and wick jars, measure and prepare candle materials, hand pour candles, and complete required finishing steps according to established production procedures.
• Labeling and stocking
• Apply the correct labels to finished products, verify product and label accuracy, and place completed inventory on the appropriate stock shelves.
• Production tracking
• Record completed production, quantities, and other required batch information promptly and accurately in the production tracking system.
• Supply requests
• Monitor production materials, packaging components, labels, and other supplies; identify upcoming needs; and submit supply requests before materials run out.
• Production area care
• Keep production equipment, tools, work surfaces, and inventory areas clean, orderly, and ready for use. Follow all handling, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Shipping
• Complete a final order audit to confirm each shipment is addressed to the correct customer and matches the order and packing slip. Prepare packages for shipment and apply mailing labels accurately.
• Order fulfillment and packing
• Gather the correct products for each order, verify items and quantities against the packing slip, pack orders securely, and purchase and print shipping labels.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional responsibilities:

• Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Columbia Fragrance Co.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client and personnel information.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of intellectual property of The Columbia Fragrance Co.

, including formulas and product development.

General skills required:

• Ability to stand and work on feet for long stretches of time.
• Basic computer and internet skills, including the ability to update production and inventory tracking records.
• Ability to lift twenty pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow written formulas, measurements, production procedures, and quality standards consistently.
• Ability to perform careful, repetitive hands-on work while maintaining accuracy and product quality.
• Ability to stay organized, recognize low inventory or supply levels, and communicate needs proactively.

Hours per week:

As needed.

Rate of pay:

$17 per hour. Additional hours may be required due to seasonal sales volume. Flexibility in scheduling may be required. All work takes place in a smoke-free home environment.

Pay:

From $17.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person