Fall 2026

Production Assistant Intern

Golden Pet Brands

Golden Pet Brands

Produces veterinarian-researched, minimally processed pet nutrition.

Compensation Overview

$17 - $20/hr

North Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: El Segundo, CA, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid role; involves on-site work in California locations.

Category
Content & Writing (1)
Required Skills
Inventory Management

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Requirements
  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proactive, resourceful, and willing to take initiative.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Positive attitude and willingness to support a wide variety of production needs.
  • Dependable, punctual, and accountable for assigned responsibilities.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Comfortable performing hands-on tasks and working in active production environments.
  • Basic understanding of production workflows and on-set etiquette.
  • Ability to lift and move production equipment, props, and supplies as needed.
  • Eagerness to learn and develop skills within commercial production and content creation.
  • Adaptable and solutions-oriented when priorities or production needs change.
Responsibilities
  • The Production Intern supports the Creative Production team with production assistant responsibilities across pre-production and shoot execution, including equipment prep, prop organization, production runs, inventory management, and on-set support.
  • This role provides operational support for a growing production slate while offering hands-on experience in commercial production. By supporting day-to-day production needs, the intern helps increase team efficiency and allows producers to focus on planning and execution.
  • Assist with production preparation, including equipment organization and shoot-day readiness.
  • Support prop sourcing, inventory management, and production supply organization.
  • Coordinate production runs and pickups as needed.
  • Provide on-set support for crew, talent, and production staff.
  • Assist with set-up, breakdown, and general production logistics.
  • Support administrative tasks, including document organization and production paperwork.
  • Help track and organize production assets, supplies, and equipment inventory.
  • Contribute to a safe, organized, and efficient production environment.
  • Perform additional production assistant duties as assigned.

Golden Pet Brands focuses on pet health by offering longevity-focused nutrition. It owns manufacturing facilities in Germantown, Wisconsin, producing freeze-dried and air-dried pet foods and treats, enabling tight quality control and scalable growth. Through its Golden Pet Manufacturing arm, created to support Dr. Marty Pets, the company traces and sources raw ingredients, ensuring nutritionally dense, minimally processed products researched by veterinarians. The brand differentiates itself with vertical integration, veterinarian-backed formulas, and a commitment to sustainable operations, aiming to make premium, health-supporting pet nutrition simple and rewarding for pet parents. The ultimate goal is to improve pet wellness and longevity while growing its product line and educating customers about quality ingredients and nutrition.

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Founded

2026

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • May 11, 2026 Petsource acquisition doubled manufacturing sites and added about 100 employees.
  • April 30, 2026 CEO and CFO hires signal post-spin investment and tighter execution.
  • Exclusive production for owned brands protects margin capture as premium pet demand stays resilient.

What critics are saying

  • Two specialized plants create operational fragility; one contamination event halts Dr. Marty supply.
  • Premium DTC pet brands face Meta, Google, and Amazon auction inflation immediately.
  • If either plant fails FDA scrutiny, Golden Pet Brands loses its manufacturing moat quickly.

What makes Golden Pet Brands unique

  • Golden Pet Brands vertically controls Wisconsin and Nebraska freeze-dry manufacturing, tightening quality and supply.
  • Dr. Marty Pets, Badlands Ranch, and Ultimate Pet Nutrition target premium longevity-minded pet owners.
  • Apu Mody's Mars and Del Monte background brings scaled CPG discipline.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Company Equity

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Phone/Internet Stipend

Professional Development Budget

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Sick Leave

Remote Work Options

Hybrid Work Options

Performance Bonus

Company News

Yahoo Finance
Apr 30th, 2026
Golden Pet Brands appoints Apu Mody as CEO and John Meloun as CFO

Golden Pet Brands, a multi-brand pet food marketer and manufacturer formerly part of Golden Hippo, has announced two key executive appointments. Apu Mody has been named chief executive officer and John Meloun as chief financial officer. Mody brings over 25 years of consumer packaged goods experience, having managed brands and portfolios up to $2.5 billion. He previously served as president of Mars Food Americas and Middle East and senior vice president at Del Monte Foods, where he oversaw a nine-figure acquisition of pet food assets. Meloun joins from Xponential Fitness, where he served as chief financial officer for nearly eight years. He will oversee financial operations for Golden Pet Brands, which includes Dr. Marty Pets, Badlands Ranch and Ultimate Pet Nutrition.

PR Newswire
Apr 30th, 2026
Golden Pet Brands appoints Apu Mody as CEO and John Meloun as CFO

Golden Pet Brands, a multi-brand pet food manufacturer formerly part of Golden Hippo, has appointed Apu Mody as chief executive officer and John Meloun as chief financial officer. Mody brings over 25 years of consumer packaged goods experience, having managed brand portfolios up to $2.5 billion. He previously served as president of Mars Food Americas and Middle East and senior vice president at Del Monte Foods. Meloun joins from Xponential Fitness, where he served as chief financial officer for nearly eight years. He will oversee financial operations for Golden Pet Brands, including its vertically integrated manufacturing and direct-to-consumer business. The company's portfolio includes Dr. Marty Pets, Badlands Ranch and Ultimate Pet Nutrition. Golden Pet Brands owns a manufacturing facility in Wisconsin and employs over 400 people.