Production Associate

Build a Career with PurposeProduction Associate

Philadelphia, PA

Part-Time

$17.83/hour

DailyPay Available

Looking for More Than Just a Job?

At Popcorn for the People , we believe meaningful employment has the power to change lives. We're seeking dependable, detail-oriented team members who want to be part of a mission-driven organization while producing high-quality gourmet popcorn products enjoyed by customers across the region.

Whether you're looking to grow your skills in food production, packaging, or order fulfillment, you'll join a supportive team committed to quality, inclusion, and professional growth. Paid training is provided.

Why Join Our Team?Competitive Pay & Benefits

• $17.83/hour

• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellness Programs

• Employee Referral Bonuses

• Company-Paid Training

• Additional benefits may be available based on eligibility and employment status. Based on the job posting template.

Career Growth & Development

• Paid Training Programs

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Opportunities to learn production, packaging, fulfillment, and inventory operations. Based on the job posting template.

Meaningful Work That Matters

• Help create high-quality gourmet popcorn products

• Support a mission-driven organization

• Work alongside a diverse and inclusive team

• Contribute to meaningful employment opportunities in the community. Based on the job posting template.

What You'll Do

As a Production Associate , you will:

• Prepare gourmet popcorn flavors according to recipes, quality standards, and production schedules.

• Accurately measure ingredients and monitor product quality throughout the production process.

• Operate production and packaging equipment safely and efficiently.

• Package finished products according to established weight, portion, and quality requirements.

• Fulfill retail, wholesale, online, and special event orders accurately and on time.

• Prepare shipping labels, documentation, and completed orders for distribution.

• Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized production, packaging, and fulfillment areas.

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, quality control, and workplace safety procedures.

• Assist with inventory tracking, ingredient management, and packaging supply organization.

• Support production goals, special projects, and community events as assigned.

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are:

✔ Detail-Oriented

✔ Dependable

✔ Team-Oriented

✔ Organized

✔ Adaptable

✔ Safety-Focused

✔ Positive

✔ Committed to Producing Quality Products

QualificationsRequired

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining quality standards.

• Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and production procedures accurately.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to food safety and product quality.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive production and packaging tasks.

Preferred

• Previous experience in food production, manufacturing, warehousing, packaging, fulfillment, or food service.

• Experience operating production or packaging equipment.

Schedule

• Part-Time

• Variable schedule based on production needs

• Flexibility to work weekdays, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the workday.

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to work in a food production, warehouse, and fulfillment environment.

Apply Today

Some jobs pay the bills. Some jobs build careers. This job helps create opportunities.

If you're looking for meaningful work where your effort, teamwork, and attention to detail directly support a mission-driven organization, we encourage you to apply today.

Join our team and help create products that make a difference. Based on the job posting template.

About Popcorn for the People

Popcorn for the People , an affiliate of Inperium, creates meaningful employment opportunities for people with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. Through our gourmet popcorn business, we provide competitive, integrated employment experiences while delivering exceptional products to our customers.

Every purchase helps support our mission of expanding employment opportunities, workforce development, and community inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Apis Services, Inc., Inperium Inc., and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This policy extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.