Production Staff – graveyard shift - Direct Hire with benefits

Location: Somerset, New Jersey

Direct Hire/ Non-Exempt

Title: Production Staff

Shift Schedule: Monday to Friday (May have to work some Saturdays sometimes)

SHIFT HOURS: 8:00pm to 5:00am (graveyard shift) + overtime + Bonus (About one month's salary)

Salary: $21/hr + Annual Bonus

Great benefits: Medical/ Dental/ Vision, Life Insurance, Vacation, Sick Leave, Holiday, 401K

An international food manufacturer is seeking a qualified Production Staff who has experience in manufacturer plant. Office experience such as data entry will be a must.

This food manufacturer has been around for more than 80 years, and their products are sold at most major grocery stores.

Job Description

• Patrol production lines and GMP area.

• Report any abnormal situations to supervisor.

• Report Line stop and loss information to Teams message.

• Communicate with QC and Maintenance dept when production operation has issue.

• Fully understand company policies, Production SOP and SSOP.

• Reviewing daily production record document and report to supervisor

• Ensure daily production schedule completion and report to supervisor.

• Training new production line worker and document the training record.

• Maintain safe and clean workplace. Work effectively with other team members in a loud environment

Job Requirements

• High school diploma

• Preferred study in mechanical, electrical or engineering specialties

• Physical strength and dexterity to lift, move, and handle equipment

Required Skills

• HS Diploma

• Must have 1~2 years manufacturing production exp.

• Machine Operator or Production experience

• Basic knowledge with Microsoft program (Word, Excel)

• data entry & emails - 50% in the office

• Knowledge of applicable process and related equipment

• Able to lift Min. 40lbs. standing and walking 70% and sitting 30%

• Able to do overtime

Bilingual Spanish or Japanese Production Supervisor - First Shift

An international food company is seeking a qualified bilingual Spanish or Japanese Factory Production Supervisor with at least 3+ years of supervisory/management experience. This company has been around for more than 80 years and you can find their products in most grocery stores.

Location: Garden Grove

Industry: Food

Direct Hire/ Non-Exempt

Salary: $22 - $28 + OT + Annual Bonus

Title: Production Supervisor

Business Hour: Monday to Friday (Some Saturdays as needed)

• Morning: 7:00am - 3:30 pm

Great benefits: Medical/ Dental / Vision, Vacation, National Holiday, 401K

Summary:

Manufacturing supervisors are responsible for the day-to-day running of production processes in all types of manufacturing operations. They make sure that the production line is running smoothly, and that staff are meeting their production targets.

Job Description

• Manage and develop production employees to achieve established goals of safety, environmental performance, production volume, quality, service, and cost.

• Ensure production employees are properly oriented and trained

• Review, analyze and make recommendations regarding safety, environmental performance, quality, expenses, and productivity,

• Planning and organizing staff shift schedules and tasks

• Reporting plant or machinery breakdowns to maintenance technicians

• Monitoring quality control

• Conduct monthly Internal self-audits

• Conducting monthly training seminars (GMPs, SSOPs, SOPs.)

• Production record keeping (conventional and Organic)

• Supporting Federal and State audits

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory position at a factory

• Basic computer skills

• Knowledge of HACCP, SQF systems

• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate all levels of personnel

• Knowledge of OSHA Safety

• Spanish or Japanese bilingual

• English Level Proficient (Reading, Writing, Speaking)

• Must be able to lift at least 50lbs.

An international beverage manufacturer is seeking a qualified PR Assistant who has some experience in Event Coordination and Public Relations. Must be good at public speaking.

Company: Yakult USA

http://www.yakultusa.com

This company has been around for more than 80 years and they are airing commercial on National TV and able to locate their product at most major grocery stores. Their products are the world's leading probiotic beverage.

Location: Fountain Valley, CA

Industry: Beverage/ Food

Salary: $19-25/hr.

Title: Public Relations Assistant

Business Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am-6:00pm

Direct Hire / Non-Exempt

Medical/ Dental / Vision – PPO (company covers 98%), Vacation, National Holiday, 401K

Summary:

The Public Relations Assistant will support the PR Department by providing administrative and PR-related assistance to ensure the business and department objectives are met. Will travel to various related events.

Job Description:

· Coordinate factory tours; including promoting the tours, taking reservations, and planning schedules.

· Execute factory tours including guiding visitors through the factory. (exp. elementary school field trip, professional group of doctors/nurses/ nutrition and open to public groups)

· Confirm the satisfaction of visitors by analyzing factory tour questionnaires.

· Organize logistics and execution of PR events.

· Support “Corporate Social Responsibility” (“CSR”) activities by creating company policy, announcing the policy to the public, analyzing company activities, and guiding the modification of the activities if needed.

· Processes applications to attend events, and arrange the event venue.

· Travel to industry-related events and promote/distribute product information.

· Maintain inventory of event supplies, novelty goods, place orders for supplies, oversee office storage.

· Prepare and update Public Relations materials, including factory tour brochures, event materials, and other promotional materials.

· Collect feedback about products from visitors to PR events, and make analysis.

· Organize and maintain files and records for PR activities.

· Support other PR activities as needed based on supervisors’ requests.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirement:

2-3 years of PR experience.
Bachelor Degree (business, Public Relations) is preferred but will consider AA degree or related experience.
Good at public speaking in front of all audiences
Friendly, outgoing personality for conducting factory tours.
Very strong computer skills is a must.
Strong business writing skills.
Exceptional organizational skills, an eye for detail and the ability to multi-task.
Ability to take direction and the desire to contribute to the overall team.
Able to effectively handle difficult situations and perform well under pressure.
May be expected to lift product and sales event material typically weighing 50 pounds or less.
Must be able to drive and have reliable transportation.
Must be able to travel when needed. (Orange County and Los Angeles County is the main event places but sometimes out of town to different States)

Yakult USA, a probiotic beverage company is currently seeking candidates that have experience working as Quality Control, preferably in the food/ beverage/ Pharmaceutical factory/production.

https://www.yakultusa.com/

Location: Fountain Valley, CA

Industry: Beverage/ Food

Direct Hire/ Non-Exempt

Salary: $20.00 - $24.00/hr + 2nd shift $1.5 pay = $21.50-25.50/hr

Title: Quality Control

Business Hour: 5 days out from Monday to Saturday

2nd shift: from 3:00pm to 12:00am

Great benefit: Medical/ Dental / Vision - PPO, Life Insurance, Vacation, National Holiday, 401K

Summary:

Preparing Quality Control reports on a daily and monthly basis
Updating Assistant Factory Manager and Factory Manager daily with Quality Control results and reports
Formatting and verifying all Quality Control records following the company’s standards
Responsible for all of the Quality Control equipment and supplies including inventory and maintenance
Coordinating with outside lab for sample checking
Overseeing lab analysis with respect to physical, chemical, and microbiological parameters
Preparing Standard Operating Procedure manual for the Quality Control department
Conducting hygiene training for employees
Conducting HACCP awareness program for all factory employees
Assisting with the setup of the general factory system
Other job duties as assigned

Requirements

1-3 years of Quality Control experience in a factory or laboratory inside the production setting
Experience in Food/ Beverage/Pharmaceutical industry is a must
HACCP or ISO certificate preferred but not a must
Driver’s License is required for coordinating with the outside lab
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
Must be proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Exceptional organizational skills, an eye for detail and the ability to multi-task
Ability to take direction and the desire to contribute to the overall team
Flexible and easily adapt to change

An international food manufacturer is seeking a qualified Category Management Data Analyst who has data analyst experience with CPG/Food/Beverage industry.

· Must be able to commute to the office once a week (Hybrid)

· Proficient in CPG Data, IRI, AC Nielson, Spectra, shopper panel data, shopper loyalty data, JDA space planning, shelf Architect space planning tool

This company has been around for more than 80 years and able to locate their product at most major grocery stores.

Office Location: near Santa Ana, CA

Industry: Food / beverage

Salary: $65-90K/yr (+ bonus is going to be around $73-100K/yr)

Title: Category Management Analyst

Business Hour: Monday to Friday - flex time if working 8 hours/day

Great Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, holiday, vacation, sick leave, 401K)

Summary:

This position is responsible for growing the category and brand volume and increasing revenue through the development and delivery of industry-leading category insights for retailers and distributors. This role is accountable for developing compelling selling stories that are supported by data resources to drive the achievement of the Company's goal.

Job Description:

· Collects and analyzes product, marketing, and customer specific data relating to product category or brand performance.

· Analyzes impact of key competitors' activity, and reports impact based on distribution, pricing, promotion, and merchandising tactics.

· Provides insights and recommendations, using fact-based information, for such things as consumer profiles, product assortment, in-store merchandising, and space planning analysis, to optimize product introductions, distribution, shelving, price, and marketing.

· Provides ongoing tracking, analysis, and monitoring of category and/or customer performance against business metrics and versus the rest of the market, and regularly reports status.

· Supports the development of the Company’s sales programs, including delivery of post-promotion analyses and pricing strategies.

· Develops and maintains positive and unbiased relationships with stakeholders across the company.

· Collaborates with the Consumer Research and Marketing Department to identify shopper insights and opportunities.

· Creates and shares best practices across the department and company to improve overall company performance.

· Interprets data, analyzes results using statistical techniques and provides ongoing reports.

· Supports the development of data collection systems and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and data quality.

· Acquires ad hoc data from primary or secondary data sources for analysis using on/offline reporting tools

· Identifies, analyzes, and interprets trends or patterns in data sets.

· Operationalizes repeated similar ad hoc requests for continued use.

Job Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or equivalent from four-year college or university; or five to seven years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Must be able to commute to the office at least once a week.

· Must have experience in CPG industry, Food/ Beverage/ toy/ pet

· 3+ years category management experience using data or shopper insight (shopper experience) experience

· Analyze data of regional and independent experience

· Proficient in CPG industry insights tools, such as: AC Nielsen, IRI, Spectra, shopper panel data, shopper loyalty data, JDA space planning, Shelf Architect space planning tool.

· Expertise in Excel includes pivot tables, macros, vlookups and Power Point is a must.

This company has been outsourcing the recruiting matters to Ingredi, Inc., a recruiting agency. Ingredi, Inc. is responsible for reviewing and selecting resumes and conducting initial interviews.

Location: Fountain Valley, CA

Industry: Food/Beverage

Direct Hire with Benefits

Salary: $19-25/yr

Business Hours: 5 days from Monday to Saturday

1st shift: 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Great benefits: Medical/ Dental / Vision - PPO, Life Insurance, Vacation, National Holiday, 401K

Summary:
Processing, inspecting and preparing finalized products, or making bottles
Maintenance of production equipment
Cleaning and sterilizing production equipment (cleaning includes manual cleaning)
Maintain an inventory of raw materials and spare parts for production equipment
Updating and maintaining the daily log to be given to Supervisor
Troubleshooting under Supervisor’s direction
Maintain a safe work environment by practicing the company policies, Food Safety, Occupational Safety, and Hygiene guidelines.
Other job duties as assigned based on the request of the Supervisors and Manage

Job Requirements:
At least 3 years of Machine Operator experience in a factory is a must
Any industry is welcome but the food/beverage industry is preferred
Basic skill to operate and maintain the machine
Basic knowledge of Food technology/science, HACCP, GMP is a plus but not necessary
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Basic knowledge of PC applications to create reports and communicate with other departments
Ability to take direction and the desire to contribute to the overall team
Flexible and easily adapt to change
Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds and climb to perform job functions as needed

Route Field Sales Representative – food/beverage – visiting grocery stores

Grocery store experience as Merchandiser/ Buyer/ Sales is a must.

Company: Yakult, USA

Location to cover: Atlanta, GA and surrounding cities. (no overnight traveling)

Industry: Beverage/ Food

Direct Hire/ Non-exempt

Work from home

Salary: $23.00/hr. ~ $25.00/hr. + Mileage (65.5cents/mile) + OT if any

Title: Field Representative

Business Hour: 5 days a week (Tuesday and Wednesday is off)

Monday & Thursday & Friday - 7:00am – 4:00pm

Saturday & Sunday – 8:00am-4:00pm

Unpaid lunch break – 1 hour/day

Paid break – 10 min/4 hour

Great benefits: Medical/ Dental / Vision – PPO (Your portion is $25/mon and the company will cover the rest), Life Insurance, Vacation, National Holiday, 401K

Job Summary

The Field Representative will primarily work from home and serve as a central point of contact for their assigned areas, and will play a key role in developing relationships with retailers and educating store and consumers. From time to time, Field Representatives will also be required to travel to other areas to support stores. Field Representatives shall also be responsible for utilizing sales tools efficiently and negotiating additional exposure in order to help build Brand Awareness in each area.

Job Description

Support the Manager in account management by managing field activities.
Visit various grocery stores to meet with store managers, dairy managers, and product demonstration personnel. May include several multi-day trips to other states or areas.
Complete daily administrative work within your 8-hour work day.
Perform other activities requested by Supervisor for special projects. Example: calling on/opening new businesses in other channels, Restaurants, Hospitals, Offices, Nursing Homes, Universities, Other.
Conduct Field Surveys to collect information from in store customers, event participants, and others.
Submit Field Survey data within requested deadlines.
Train/educate product demonstration personnel in stores.
Establish and build retail relationships by, among other things, maintaining a regular, frequent schedule of visits to retailers in the territory for which you are responsible.
Educate, assist, and inform Dairy Managers and other appropriate retailer personnel about all product issues and marketing objectives and programs.
Rotate and restock shelves when visiting a store while on duty.
Clean shelves, remove expired or damaged product from shelves.
Request best product location as necessary in assigned stores.
Utilize promotional materials in the stores.
Monitor and maintain retail integrity and compliance on all store calls.
Provide Grocery Store chain specific information and communication on daily basis as needed and as requested by supervisor.
Provide accurate photo records of store visits and tangible targets achieved.
Support the Manager in planning, executing, and evaluating sales efforts including demos and store activities.
Maximize efforts to ensure orders are placed before in-store Demonstrations.
Perform timely Demo visits according to calendar.
Evaluate demo/demonstrator’s performance and give appropriate feedback to sales department.
Communicate with supervisors and sales team on an ongoing basis.
Attend trainings and meetings as scheduled with manager.
Maintain all company provided equipment and material in acceptable working order and condition.
Pick up/deliver product as needed.
Execute in-store demonstrations (occasionally as needed).
Participate in sampling events as needed, along with sampling activity for Influencers in each area.
Assist pick up, deliveries or transfers of cooler units from store to store or storage to a store (occasionally).
Negotiate cooler placement, permanent/temporary additional locations at store level.
Communicate with consumers while working at the stores to educate them about the benefits of our products.
Additional objectives may be added as needed by management to meet company direction.

Job Requirements

Schedule will require every weekend. 5 days a week, Tuesday and Wednesday will be off

Experience in the food/beverage industry
1-2 years of merchandising or sales or buyer experience a must.
1-2 years of visiting grocery store is a must.
Must have reliable transportation/Valid Auto Insurance
High School degree or GED is a must.
Ability to drive from site to site throughout a regular shift under the kind of driving conditions encountered in your geographic territory.
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. with no restrictions
Computer literacy and ability to proficiently navigate Internet, Windows, MS Outlook, Word and Excel is required.
Willingness to travel – must be able to drive to surrounding cities
Must be living 30miles from Atlanta, GA area
Excellent communication, interpersonal and writing skills
Must be able to work with little supervision
Ability to be a self-starter
Must be a team player and take initiative

Route Field Sales Representative – food/beverage – visiting grocery stores

Grocery store experience as Merchandiser/ Buyer/ Sales is a must.

Company: Yakult, USA

Location to cover: Seattle, WA and surrounding cities.

Industry: Beverage/ Food

Direct Hire/ Non-exempt

Work from home

Salary: $23.00/hr. ~ $25.00/hr. + Mileage (62.5cents/mile) + OT if any

Title: Field Representative

Business Hour: 5 days a week (Tuesday and Wednesday is off)

Monday & Thursday & Friday - 7:00am – 4:00pm

Saturday & Sunday – 8:00am-4:00pm

Unpaid lunch break – 1 hour/day

Paid break – 10 min/4 hour

Great benefits: Medical/ Dental / Vision – PPO (Your portion is $25/mon and the company will cover the rest), Life Insurance, Vacation, National Holiday, 401K

Job Summary

The Field Representative will primarily work from home and serve as a central point of contact for their assigned areas, and will play a key role in developing relationships with retailers and educating store and consumers. From time to time, Field Representatives will also be required to travel to other areas to support stores. Field Representatives shall also be responsible for utilizing sales tools efficiently and negotiating additional exposure in order to help build Brand Awareness in each area.

Job Description
Support the Manager in account management by managing field activities.
Visit various grocery stores to meet with store managers, dairy managers, and product demonstration personnel. May include several multi-day trips to other states or areas.
Complete daily administrative work within your 8-hour work day.
Perform other activities requested by Supervisor for special projects. Example: calling on/opening new businesses in other channels, Restaurants, Hospitals, Offices, Nursing Homes, Universities, Other.
Conduct Field Surveys to collect information from in store customers, event participants, and others.
Submit Field Survey data within requested deadlines.
Train/educate product demonstration personnel in stores.
Establish and build retail relationships by, among other things, maintaining a regular, frequent schedule of visits to retailers in the territory for which you are responsible.
Educate, assist, and inform Dairy Managers and other appropriate retailer personnel about all product issues and marketing objectives and programs.
Rotate and restock shelves when visiting a store while on duty.
Clean shelves, remove expired or damaged product from shelves.
Request best product location as necessary in assigned stores.
Utilize promotional materials in the stores.
Monitor and maintain retail integrity and compliance on all store calls.
Provide Grocery Store chain specific information and communication on daily basis as needed and as requested by supervisor.
Provide accurate photo records of store visits and tangible targets achieved.
Support the Manager in planning, executing, and evaluating sales efforts including demos and store activities.
Maximize efforts to ensure orders are placed before in-store Demonstrations.
Perform timely Demo visits according to calendar.
Evaluate demo/demonstrator’s performance and give appropriate feedback to sales department.
Communicate with supervisors and sales team on an ongoing basis.
Attend trainings and meetings as scheduled with manager.
Maintain all company provided equipment and material in acceptable working order and condition.
Pick up/deliver product as needed.
Execute in-store demonstrations (occasionally as needed).
Participate in sampling events as needed, along with sampling activity for Influencers in each area.
Assist pick up, deliveries or transfers of cooler units from store to store or storage to a store (occasionally).
Negotiate cooler placement, permanent/temporary additional locations at store level.
Communicate with consumers while working at the stores to educate them about the benefits of our products.
Additional objectives may be added as needed by management to meet company direction.

Job Requirements
Schedule will require every weekend. 5 days a week, Tuesday and Wednesday will be off

Experience in the food/beverage industry
1-2 years of merchandising or sales or buyer experience a must.
1-2 years of visiting grocery store is a must.
Must have reliable transportation/Valid Auto Insurance
High School degree or GED is a must.
Ability to drive from site to site throughout a regular shift under the kind of driving conditions encountered in your geographic territory.
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. with no restrictions
Computer literacy and ability to proficiently navigate Internet, Windows, MS Outlook, Word and Excel is required.
Willingness to travel – must be able to drive to surrounding cities
Must be living in Seattle, CO area
Excellent communication, interpersonal and writing skills
Must be able to work with little supervision
Ability to be a self-starter
Must be a team player and take initiative

Route Field Sales Representative – food/beverage – visiting grocery stores

Grocery store experience as Merchandiser/ Buyer/ Sales is a must.

Company: Yakult, USA

Location to cover: Denver, Colorado and surrounding cities.

Industry: Beverage/ Food

Direct Hire/ Non-exempt

Work from home

Salary: $23.00/hr. ~ $25.00/hr. + Mileage (62.5cents/mile) + OT if any

Title: Field Representative

Business Hour: 5 days a week (Tuesday and Wednesday is off)

Monday & Thursday & Friday - 7:00am – 4:00pm

Saturday & Sunday – 8:00am-4:00pm

Unpaid lunch break – 1 hour/day

Paid break – 10 min/4 hour

Great benefits: Medical/ Dental / Vision – PPO (Your portion is $25/mon and the company will cover the rest), Life Insurance, Vacation, National Holiday, 401K

Job Summary
The Field Representative will primarily work from home and serve as a central point of contact for their assigned areas, and will play a key role in developing relationships with retailers and educating store and consumers. From time to time, Field Representatives will also be required to travel to other areas to support stores. Field Representatives shall also be responsible for utilizing sales tools efficiently and negotiating additional exposure in order to help build Brand Awareness in each area.

Job Description
Support the Manager in account management by managing field activities.
Visit various grocery stores to meet with store managers, dairy managers, and product demonstration personnel. May include several multi-day trips to other states or areas.
Complete daily administrative work within your 8-hour work day.
Perform other activities requested by Supervisor for special projects. Example: calling on/opening new businesses in other channels, Restaurants, Hospitals, Offices, Nursing Homes, Universities, Other.
Conduct Field Surveys to collect information from in store customers, event participants, and others.
Submit Field Survey data within requested deadlines.
Train/educate product demonstration personnel in stores.
Establish and build retail relationships by, among other things, maintaining a regular, frequent schedule of visits to retailers in the territory for which you are responsible.
Educate, assist, and inform Dairy Managers and other appropriate retailer personnel about all product issues and marketing objectives and programs.
Rotate and restock shelves when visiting a store while on duty.
Clean shelves, remove expired or damaged product from shelves.
Request best product location as necessary in assigned stores.
Utilize promotional materials in the stores.
Monitor and maintain retail integrity and compliance on all store calls.
Provide Grocery Store chain specific information and communication on daily basis as needed and as requested by supervisor.
Provide accurate photo records of store visits and tangible targets achieved.
Support the Manager in planning, executing, and evaluating sales efforts including demos and store activities.
Maximize efforts to ensure orders are placed before in-store Demonstrations.
Perform timely Demo visits according to calendar.
Evaluate demo/demonstrator’s performance and give appropriate feedback to sales department.
Communicate with supervisors and sales team on an ongoing basis.
Attend trainings and meetings as scheduled with manager.
Maintain all company provided equipment and material in acceptable working order and condition.
Pick up/deliver product as needed.
Execute in-store demonstrations (occasionally as needed).
Participate in sampling events as needed, along with sampling activity for Influencers in each area.
Assist pick up, deliveries or transfers of cooler units from store to store or storage to a store (occasionally).
Negotiate cooler placement, permanent/temporary additional locations at store level.
Communicate with consumers while working at the stores to educate them about the benefits of our products.
Additional objectives may be added as needed by management to meet company direction.

Job Requirements
Schedule will require every weekend. 5 days a week, Tuesday and Wednesday will be off

Experience in the food/beverage industry
1-2 years of merchandising or sales or buyer experience a must.
1-2 years of visiting grocery store is a must.
Must have reliable transportation/Valid Auto Insurance
High School degree or GED is a must.
Ability to drive from site to site throughout a regular shift under the kind of driving conditions encountered in your geographic territory.
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. with no restrictions
Computer literacy and ability to proficiently navigate Internet, Windows, MS Outlook, Word and Excel is required.
Willingness to travel – must be able to drive to surrounding cities
Must be living in Denver, CO area
Excellent communication, interpersonal and writing skills
Must be able to work with little supervision
Ability to be a self-starter
Must be a team player and take initiative

An international food manufacturer is seeking a qualified Sales Representative who has sales experience with food/ beverage product presentation experience to customers and distributors.

This food manufacturer has been around for more than 80 years, and their products are sold at most major grocery stores.

· Must be able to travel when the tradeshow is at nationally once to twice a month.

· Must be able to commute to the Somerset office minimum 2 times a week

Location: Somerset, New Jersey

Full time with Great Benefits

Salary: $65,000-70,000K/yr + bonuses (one month worth of salary - about $70-75K) + mileage reimbursement

Business Hour: Monday to Friday 8:30am-5:30pm (must commute to office minimum 2 times a week)

Great benefit: Medical/ Dental / Vision (100% covered for employee and for all the family) Life Insurance/ Vacation/ Sick leave/ National Holiday/ 401K/ Education reimbursement

Job Description:
Build and maintain relationships with Retailers and Distributors
Promotion announcement and sales support to customers
Manage existing Broker network – keep them engaged, motivated, and focused on our business.
Plan and implement various promotions (promotions, demonstrations, advertisements etc.)
Present new items to existing and potential customers
New product registration and placement
Accounts receivable management: Collection of past dues, Deduction analysis and processing
Manage a promotional expense budget.
Market Research (Competitors, Pricing, Trends, etc.)
Coordination and attendance at Food Shows to develop relationships with retailers, distributors, and brokers.
Implement Price Increases
Other duties will be assigned

Requirement:
· 3+ years of sales or customer service experience

· Account Manager experience for grocery chain, distributor is a big plus

· Bachelor degree is a must

· Bilingual in Japanese (speak, read and write native level) and English (business level)

· Must be able to go to the office 2days min.

· Sometimes work over the weekend and minor holiday (when there is tradeshows)

· Must be able to travel to other states nationally for trade shows (about 1-2 times a month)

· Must have valid Driver license and reliable vehicle

· Need to drive own car for business (will get reimbursed)

· Customer relationship management and excellent communication skills

· Presentation skills

· Occasional carrying and/or moving of up to 25 lbs. of equipment and/or food product.

Industrial Machinery Maintenance / facility maintenance Specialist

An international food company is seeking a qualified Maintenance Specialist who has mechanic experience in the factory environment for at least 5+ years. Electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical schematics reading experience is a must.

Location: Somerset, New Jersey

Direct Hire/ Non-Exempt

Title: Maintenance Supervisor or Specialist (depending on experience)

Shift Schedule: 5 days out of Monday to Sunday (one weekend and 4 weekdays)

ROTATING SHIFT HOURS: 10:00pm-7:00am

During 3 months’ probation period, the hour will be 8:00am-5:00pm

Salary: $26 -28/hr (after 3months, +$2, $28-30/hr) - with annual bonus and over time, it will be about $62,400-68,000

Great benefits: Medical/ Dental/ Vision (100% for employee and 100% for all family members), Life Insurance, Vacation, Sick Leave, Holiday, 401K

Job Description
Follow safety rules and pay attention to safety maintenance work
Ensure operation of machinery by completing preventive maintenance requirements
Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of technical assigned staff
Perform troubleshooting, diagnosing, inspecting for production machinery
Read and comply with work orders concerning service, modification or installation of machinery
Improve equipment condition and efficiency
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures and regulations
Work effectively with other team staffs
Procurement and inventory controls of all maintenance parts
Develop and maintain sources for outside services and parts supplies

Job Requirements
High school diploma with 5+ years experiences as mechanic in manufacturing setting.
2+ years experiences in inventory control and working with outside vendors
Maintenance Machinery experience is a must
Electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical schematics reading
Replacements for motor, belt, bearing, pully, sprockets, chain, cylinder etc.
Microsoft application (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams)
Problem solving, Multi – tasking
Excellent communication skills, logical thinking skill, and strong attention to detail
Able to lift 40 lbs

Working Environment
Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling
Stooping, kneeling, and crouching
Generally the job requires walking / standing
Occasional exposure to hot/humid or cold temperatures
Exposure to distracting/uncomfortable noise levels in the factory

An international food company is seeking a bilingual Japanese Marketing/ Product Development manager with at least 8+ years of CPG (food/beverage/pharmaceutical) related experience.

This food manufacturer's products are sold at most major grocery stores. They are growing!

**This is a remote Hybrid position, need to commute to the office at least twice a week***

Location: near Costa Mesa, CA

Industry: Food

Direct Hire with benefits

Status: Exempt

Salary: $80-90K/yr

Great benefits: Medical/ Dental / Vision: 100% covered for employee

Life Insurance/ Vacation/ Sick leave/ National Holiday/ 401K

Summary:
· Prepare Marketing department action plans to support the company to achieve sales goals.

· Oversee the activities of marketing department by setting up brand marketing goals and ensure designated tasks achieved set targets.

Implement marketing plans, including product positioning, campaign strategies and market research.

· Responsible for developing new products by researching current trends in food industry

· Continually improving current products by analyzing consumers’ information.

· Conduct market trend analysis using Nielson and IRI data and analyze that information to materialize a plan to create new products

Interpret obtained data from market research for the company to make effective business decisions.

· Coordinate various new product development/improvement projects.

· Manage/maintain relationships with other departments and headquarter in Japan.

· Prepare reports and submit proposal letter to Japanese headquarter marketing department

Monitor, review and prepare reports to management on the results of marketing department activities including return on investment.

Collaborate with different departments to deliver an effective content of marketing strategy to meet the company goals.

Additional objectives may be added as needed by management to meet company direction.

Job Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
Required language: Japanese - Business Level: Speak, Read and Write
8+ years of experience in marketing or product development or project management
CPG, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or b to c business industry experience is a must
Data management, data analyze skills
3+ year of Supervisor or management experience
Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Must be able to commute to Fountain Valley office almost everyday. (3-5 days within 1-2month you will be traveling out of state and some days out of the month you will be driving to grocery stores in OC and LA)

http://www.yakultusa.com/

Location: Fountain Valley, CA

Industry: Beverage/ Food

Direct Hire/ Exempt

Salary: $67K. ~ $70K/yr.

Title: Assistant Key Account Manager

Business Hour: Monday to Friday 9:00am-6:00pm (1 hour unpaid lunch)

Great benefits: Medical/ Dental / Vision - PPO, Vacation, National Holiday, 401K

Job Description
The assistant key account manager acquires new chain and channel opportunities including initial research and negotiation, documentation, P.O. receipt, product deliveries, and store distributions.

Build and maintain good relationships with major headquarter accounts, and negotiate sales between the buyers and grocery headquarters.
Complies sales data (each chain POS sales, IRI) to utilize meeting with category buyer for further sales opportunity.
Works closely with the marketing, logistics and sales departments to develop and increase company sales volume and channel distribution.
Negotiate with category buyers for better shelf location, secondary location, and promotional opportunities.
Visit the stores and negotiate cooler placement, permanent/temporary additional locations at store level in the field.
Reviews and maintain current Terms and Conditions with customers, suggests improved conditions for company.
Administrates sales data and maintains sales reports per account and channel.
Attends tradeshows/events and is responsible for the research, support and logistics, as well as brand ambassador programs.
Works with demonstration companies
Support National Key Account Management as needed.
Participate in sampling events as needed.
Performs other assigned duties.
Additional objectives may be added as needed by management to meet company direction.

Job Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of account management experience, negotiating with the grocery store buyers directly
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Marketing or Business Administration field is a must
Must be able to communicate effectively in English
Sales experience working with food/beverage manufacturers - Regional or National
Computer literate and ability to proficiently navigate MS Outlook, Word and Excel
Excellent communication, interpersonal and writing skills
Must be able to work with little supervision
Must be able to attend tradeshows/events/demonstrations when needed

Job Title: Quality Control Technician

2:00 PM-11:00 PM (Including 1hour meal break)

During Probation (3month) work 8am to 5pm for training.

OT Required

$19/hour

Great benefits:Medical/ Dental / Vision / Life Insurance/ Vacation/ Sick leave/ National Holiday/ 401K

An international food manufacturer is seeking a qualified QC Tech who is interested in QC in Food production. Preferably 1 year + experience as QC at food company or related industry.

General Description:
Seeking enthusiastic, multi-tasker who will be working to maintain safety and quality standards of our tofu products. Must have the ability to work independently and be flexible with hours when taking on new projects. Entry-Level Welcome!

Responsibility:
· Testing of incoming raw materials, work-in process and finished products.

· Following strict regulatory and internal guidelines.

· Documenting and reviewing documentation.

· Performing verification and validation of production processes and equipment.

· Collaborating with other employees to address and solve the quality issues promptly.

· Maintaining safe and clean workplace.

· Managing inventory of QC supplies.

· Assisting with meetings, internal audit, walkthrough, and recordkeeping as necessary.

· Performing other functions as trained and requested by QC manager.

Skills and Qualifications:

· High school diploma or higher

· Required Min. 1 year working experience in food manufacturing.

· Effective reading, writing and communication skills.

· Fundamental math skills (multiplication, division, fraction, ratios, unit conversions,

· etc.)

· Proficient at Microsoft office

· Ability to lift-up to 40lbs.

· Ability to work in various work conditions (hot, humid, cold, wet).

· Teamwork and collaboration.

Yakult USA, international beverage company is seeking a qualified Facility Utility Maintenance Technician who has working experience in the factory environment. A successful candidate will have abilities to perform tasks involved in the upkeep of the facility, installation, utility maintenance, maintaining and repairing of electronic, mechanical and electrical systems on factory and production equipment.

https://www.yakultusa.com/

Factory Utility Maintenance Technician

Automotive maintenance experienced candidate is also welcome!

Location: Fountain Valley, CA

Industry: Food/ Beverage

Direct Hire/ Non-Exempt

Business Hour: 5 days out of Monday to Saturday

2nd shift: 3:00pm-12:00am

3rd shift: 11:00pm-8:00am

Salary:

2nd shift: $21.00 - $25.00/hr + $1.50

3rd shift: $21.00-$25.00/hr + $3.00

Great benefit: Medical/ Dental / Vision - PPO, Life Insurance, Vacation, National Holiday, 401K

Job Description
Perform general utility maintenance duties on facility/ factory
Assists in servicing and replacing minor plumbing fixtures
Performs electrical work such as replacing light bulbs and fuses
Performs in minor carpentry and repair work
Follow Plant specified job specification and task list
Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of facility and production equipment
Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
Perform regular preventive maintenance on equipment and plant facilities.
Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties
Diagnose and perform minor maintenance and repair on the production machines
Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
Update Daily Utility Report and submit to Assistant Factory Manager and Factory Manager
Performs related duties as required
Additional objectives may be added as needed by management to meet company direction.

Job Requirements
Experience as a Utility Maintenance in a factory setting.
Automotive maintenance, mechanic experience is also welcome
Technical degree/ certificates in electrical and mechanical courses strongly preferred.
Basic knowledge of PC applications to generate reports and communicate with other departments
Flexible and easily adapt and follow when work orders are changed
Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds and climb to perform job functions as needed
Must be available to work 5 days out of Monday to Saturday: (one Saturday is off a month)

An international food company is seeking a qualified Maintenance Tech who has tech certificate background or couple years of experience.

Entry level welcome! Will train!

*** please contact for name of the company ***

Location: Somerset, New Jersey

Direct Hire/ Non-Exempt

Title: Maintenance Tech

SHIFT HOURS:

1st: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm (Tues to Sat) -$21-23/hr

2nd: 2:00pm - 11:00 pm (Tues to Sat) - $21-23/hr

3rd: 10:00pm - 7:00am (Mon to Fri) - $22-24/hr

Overtime is required

Great benefits: Medical/ Dental/ Vision (100% for employee and 100% for all family members), Life Insurance, Vacation, Sick Leave, Holiday, 401K

Job Description

Follow safety rules and pay attention to safety maintenance work
Ensure operation of machinery by completing preventive maintenance requirements
Read and comply with work orders , and other departments requests
Improve equipment condition and efficiency
Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
Use a variety of power and hand tools to perform job functions
Participates in required training for the development of skills and knowledge
Work effectively with other team members

Job Requirements

High school diploma
Preferred study in mechanical, electrical or HVAC or engineering specialties at trade or vocational school or related work experience
Physical strength and dexterity to lift, move, and handle equipment
Able to Communicate, read and understand in English

Preferred Skills

Electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical schematics reading
Replacements for motor, belt, bearing, pully, sprockets, chain, cylinder etc.
Plumbing, wiring, welding, and drilling
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Knowledge of mechanical repair and safety measures
Microsoft application (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams)
Excellent communication skills, logical thinking skill, and strong attention to detail
Able to lift 40 lbs

Science Assistant Manager

Yakult USA is seeking a qualified Science Assistant Manager who has 10 years of professional experience in the Scientific or Nutritional field, ideally within the Food and Beverage industry.

- Must be able to commute to the office everyday (Monday to Friday – 9:00am-6:00pm)

- Must have Bachelor's Degree in the Scientific Field such as Nutrition, Food Science, Life Science, Health Science, Microbiology, Public Health or related fields

- Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle to attend the events and symposiums

Company: Yakult USA

http://www.yakultusa.com

This company has been around for more than 80 years and they are airing commercial on National TV and able to locate their product at most major grocery stores. Their products are the world's leading probiotic beverage.

Location: Fountain Valley, CA

Industry: Beverage/ Food

Salary: $70,000/hr.

Title: Science Assistant Manager

Business Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am-6:00pm

Direct Hire / Exempt

Medical/ Dental / Vision – PPO (company covers 98%), Vacation, National Holiday, 401K

Summary:

The Science Assistant Manager performs duties to offer credibility to the Company’s products through educating health professionals and general customers by providing scientific information regarding health benefits of probiotics and importance of gut microbiota on human health. Also provides support in communicating the corporate image through writing and editing press releases; media alerts; product fact sheets, photos and descriptions; data sheets; brochures; and other related documents in support of brand and product campaign initiatives.

General Purpose:

Organize science webinars and symposiums; public relations; strategic planning; employee supervision; training; problem resolution; and time management

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

· Communicate with medical doctors, health care professionals, and nutritionists to explore opportunities to engage in science activities together with them and to execute these opportunities to promote our business, based on science

· Organize webinars and symposiums to provide scientific information regarding health benefits of probiotics and the importance of gut microbiota on human health. This includes tasks such as inviting speakers, facilitating procedures for providing continuing education units, setting up venues or webinar platforms, and creating post-event reports

· Organize scientific events to provide scientific information regarding health benefits of probiotics and the importance of gut microbiota on human health to general customers. This involves conceptualizing the type of event, preparing the necessary presentation materials, setting up the venue, attracting the audience, conducting presentations during the event, and creating post-event reports

· Attend scientific events and other meetings as assigned, wherever located, including trade shows, conventions, health fairs, conferences, etc.; Effectively engage attendees, listen and learn their interests and inform attendees of Company products and plans. Report the results of activities to the supervisor or manager

· Write science and public relations-related materials such as brochures, text for websites, press releases, and marketing materials

· Respond to customer inquiries in areas of science, health and related areas

· Research and update science-related regulatory issues assigned by manager

· Supervise Science Assistants, and partner with corporate HR with hiring, performance management, and training using effective leadership skills

· Evaluate reports, decisions, and results within the department in relation to established goals. Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the department and services performed

· Travel out-of-town and locally for business purposes as needed with reliable transportation

· Work weekends or holidays for events and special occasions

· Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Job Requirement:

· 10 years of professional experience in the Scientific or Nutritional field, ideally within the Food and Beverage industry.

· Must have Bachelor's Degree in the Scientific Field such as Nutrition, Food Science, Life Science, Health Science, Microbiology, Public Health or related fields

· Must be able to commute to the office every day. (Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 6:00pm)

· Must have valid driver’s license and vehicle to go to the event, symposium sight

2-3 years of supervisory skills
Strong public speaking skills is a plus.
Background in functional foods a plus
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills

· Ability to plan and manage academic conferences

· Windows, e-mail (Outlook), and working knowledge of Power Point, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, internet access and video conference platforms like Zoom, Teams, Webex, etc.

Have flexibility, as business needs may change
Ability to take direction and the desire to contribute to the overall team.
Able to effectively handle difficult situations and perform well under pressure.
May be expected to lift product and sales event material typically weighing 50 pounds or less.

Sales Administrative Assistant – commute to office everyday

Yakult USA is seeking a qualified Admin Assistant in who has experience in Sales Department.

- Must be able to commute to the office everyday (Monday to Friday – 9:00am-6:00pm)

- Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle to help the event occasionally

- Advanced Excel skills is required.

Company: Yakult USA

http://www.yakultusa.com

This company has been around for more than 80 years and they are airing commercial on National TV and able to locate their product at most major grocery stores. Their products are the world's leading probiotic beverage.

Location: Fountain Valley, CA

Industry: Beverage/ Food

Salary: $23/hr.

Title: Sales Administrative Assistant

Business Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am-6:00pm

Direct Hire / Non-Exempt

Great benefits: Medical/ Dental / Vision – PPO (company covers about 98%), Vacation, National Holiday, 401K

Summary:

Help Sales department/team to support the company’s sales activities.

Responsible for all administrative tasks needed including reports, forms, sales materials etc.

Responsible for updating and maintaining internal and external documents.

In accordance with supervisor’s instructions, maintain professional communication with vendors, outsource agencies and consumers and report to managers in a timely manner.

Job Description:

· Identify company’s needs and proactively communicate with supervisor and sales team.

· Create and update the company sales report for weekly and monthly that can be used effectively in general purpose.

· Create and Update Promotion Report for sales activities (Sampling, Chain ads. Event, other sales and marketing activities etc.).

· Retrieve and analyze POS information regularly and will be responsible for the distribution of various weekly sales reports.

· Utilize various syndicated and retailer data sources/portals (Nielsen, IRI, SPINS, Retail Link, DemandTec etc.) to create specific chain and category reports.

· Create specific chain sales reports per requested by supervisor and sales team.

· Order and control Sales materials for the sales branches communicating with the supervisor and sales team. (Take inventory, place the order, research for new vendors).

· Order and control the company coolers working with the cooler company.

· Create and update the credit memos for each chain working with accounting department and sales team.

· Manage the sampling event projects to ensure programs are well executed at a local level, from program inception to implementation and execution.

· Attend the sampling events as needed.

· Support team members with Admin work.

· Perform other duties for Sales department as assigned by Vice President.

Job Requirement:

· 3-5 years of strong administrative experience in Sales Department.

· Bachelor Degree is preferred but will consider AA degree & related experience.

· Advanced Excel skills (V LOOKUP, Pivot Table, some Macro) is required.

· Excellent PC skills such as MS Word, Excel/Power point.

· Microsoft Access, Photoshop, Illustrator, VBA a plus.

· Must be able to commute to the office every day. (Monday to Friday 9:00am-6:00pm)

Must have valid driver’s license and vehicle to assist event site.

· Analysis skills: Requires the ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

· Business revenue and expense report comprehension and analysis is required.

· Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills

· Exceptional organizational skills, an eye for detail and the ability to multi-task.

3rd Shift Quality Control Technician

Full time Direct-Hire with great benefits

Shift: 10:00pm – 7:00am

Monday - Friday

Status: Non – Exempt (will pay overtime)

Salary Range: $21.00-22.50/hr + over time + bonus

Great benefits: Medical/ Dental / Vision: 100% covered for employee and for all the family members

Life Insurance/ Vacation/ Sick leave/ National Holiday/ 401K

An international food manufacturer is seeking a qualified QC Tech who is interested in QC in Food production. Preferably 1year + experience as QC at food company or related industry but if no experience, will train. Bachelor Degree in science related is a must for entry level or AA degree with 3-5 years of experience.

*** Please ask for company name ***

General Description:

Seeking enthusiastic, multi-tasker who will be working to maintain safety and quality standards of our products. Must have the ability to work independently and be flexible with hours when taking on new projects. Entry-Level Welcome!

Principal tasks:

Raw material checking: Check the integrity of incoming raw materials and documentation
Intermediate Product testing: Check weight and hardness to ensure products are within the "standard range"
Finished Product testing: Check weight, hardness, dimensions, and sensory tests to ensure products are within specifications.
Microbiological testing
Instrument calibration
Generate reports using Microsoft Excel, Work and PowerPoint
Audit participation (Internal and 3rd party)
Familiarization with food safety systems and good manufacturing process
Other related jobs will be assigned

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Science or Related field or AA degree with 3-4 years of QC at food company is a must
Basic math and writing skills
Basic Microsoft Office skills
Aseptic techniques
Time Management
Attention to detail

Physical Requirements:

Able to walk, squat, bend, turn, sit, and lift up to 50lbs
Sound sensory capabilities for product testing
Standing/Walking 85%
Sitting 15%