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Charlie's Produce

Supplies fresh produce to stores and restaurants

Processing Assistant Manager

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Anchorage, AK, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsMachine & Process Operation
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • High school education or up to one year of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to read, write, and record data and perform mathematical calculations.
  • Ability to direct a diverse group of people and communicate effectively in writing and orally.
  • Dependability in reporting to work on time and working a flexible schedule.
  • Follow the safety policy and report employee accidents or unsafe work conditions to the Production Manager.
  • Working knowledge and experience in preparing food items.
  • Ability to work under more than average stressful conditions.
  • Ability to perform work in limited physical space with variable ventilation, smoke, and extreme temperatures.
  • At least 2 years of Production and Processing leadership experience.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Word and Excel skills for correspondence and reporting duties.
  • Organizational skills.
  • Ability to work in a cold refrigerated environment of 34–37 degrees.
  • Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
  • Hands-on ability to operate all machinery and equipment within the boundaries of available manuals, instruction, and personal expertise.
  • Ability to work alone and without assistance if necessary.
  • This is a safety-sensitive position.
  • The employer participates in E-Verify and will use information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Responsibilities
  • Train and monitor production staff by giving direction on daily tasks to meet production deadlines.
  • Report food safety and quality issues immediately to management.
  • Ensure the Production and Repack crew processes food according to HACCP and GMP regulations.
  • Pack items in designated containers or bags according to customer orders.
  • Order and plan daily ingredients needed for recipes of food service items.
  • Oversee safe equipment use in food service preparation by providing training and appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Operate all functions of the position alone and without assistance if necessary, and fill in for the Production Manager when absent.
  • Oversee accurate storage, labeling, and dating of incoming food products to ensure maximum shelf life, and correct discrepancies.
  • Ensure all food storage areas are properly secured and locked.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area, ensure employee safety, and follow proper sanitation guidelines.
  • Help the Department Manager and SQF Practitioner ensure SQF standards are met and the department remains audit-ready.
  • Approve timecards and manage wage/hour duties such as missed-punch forms and sick-time entry.
  • Collaborate with other departments on projects that add value to the organization and department.
  • Use Outlook, Excel, and Teams for computer work.
  • Supervise employees in Production and Repack, monitor and record machinery, equipment, and production processes to meet daily production requirements.
  • Train or assist in training production and repack personnel to operate machinery and equipment and understand production methods and quality standards.
  • Follow corporate policies and procedures in the Production Department and follow all allergen procedures.
  • Maintain accurate documentation related to employee performance, machinery and equipment operation, and finished-product production.
  • Ensure audits and preventative maintenance schedules are completed according to established procedures.
  • Provide the Production Manager with objective feedback to support employee evaluations.
  • Meet or exceed daily production requirements according to product specifications set by production planning.
  • Perform other job-related duties as requested.
  • Take responsibility for food safety and quality and notify appropriate personnel of any compromise to food safety or quality.

About the company

Charlie's Produce buys and distributes fresh produce to grocery retailers, restaurants, institutions and other wholesale customers across the western United States. Its Fresh Solutions business processes fruits and vegetables into ready-to-eat salads, snack trays and other prepared foods for retail shelves and commercial kitchens. The company earns money through product sales, combining local and international sourcing with refrigerated warehouses, delivery fleets and customer support that includes store merchandising and menu planning. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Charlie's also sells floral products and operates brands covering organic produce and cold-pressed juices.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Seattle, WA

Founded

1978

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What believers are saying

  • Employees share in ownership: Charlie's retirement program includes an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
  • College costs get prepaid: Charlie's covers American Public University tuition for employees and dependent children, through master's degrees.
  • Medical coverage starts promptly: Charlie's Seattle operations support role includes insurance from the month following hire.

What critics are saying

  • Seattle support specialists work evenings: Charlie's lists 5pm starts, with weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.
  • Food safety adds operational exposure: Charlie's maintains a recall plan and tracks all products through its warehouse system.
  • Supply disruptions complicate sourcing: Charlie's October 2026 market report flagged shipper delays and disease-reduced lettuce yields.

What makes Charlie's Produce unique

  • Distribution extends beyond produce sales: Charlie's CP Logistics business sells third-party cold-chain services across Alaska and western markets.
  • Growers reach broader markets: Charlie's trading division brokers produce throughout the United States and parts of Canada.
  • Food handling follows external standards: Charlie's holds Safe Quality Food certification for its food safety and quality systems.

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