Career Opportunities
In this section we’ll cover current and future openings
Current Openings
Food For Thought offers a variety of opportunities for people looking to enter the green business community. While we often have specific job openings that will be listed here, some of our most valuable team members simply walked in our door and said, “I want to work here and here’s what I can do for you.” So if you don’t see an opening here, feel free to send us an email and tell us about yourself. After all, you may get to work for a cool company and live in paradise. For more background on our company, click here.
Future Openings
Some of the areas we are not currently listing but we see on the horizon include:
- Sales representative
- Production line operator (See Below)
- Assistant production manager
- Part time graphic artist
- Warehouse inventory management
- Sustainability czar
Maintenance / Production Line Operator
Food For Thought is seeking a 3/4 time Maintenance / Production Line Operator for our specialty food bottling line. This person will be responsible for daily and long term preventative maintenance and operation of food production equipment as well as other non-food equipment used at the facility. This position will also include detailed oversight of all production runs.
To Apply
No Phone Calls Please
Send resume and contact information to: lisa@foodforthought.net
Requirements
• Positive References from Previous Employers
• Ability to demonstrate closely related experience
The ideal candidate should also have
• Good communication skills
• Excellent trouble shooting instincts
• Familiarity with Lean production
• Familiarity with HACCP compliance
Candidates should have a good understanding of the following
Electrical
• Basic understanding of electrical systems
• Basic knowledge of NEC code
• Small wiring projects
Plumbing
• Basic understanding of plumbing systems
• Small plumbing projects
Electronics
• Understand circuits and schematic drawings
• Use basic electronic test equipment
• Some knowledge of PLCs and control electronics
• Ability to test and diagnose electronic systems
Mechanical Skills
• Routine vehicle maintenance
• Basic mechanical repairs of vehicles and equipment
• Some simple welding (MIG)
• Basic understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Computer Skills
• Familiar with Word and Excel
• Using web searches to find Equipment info
Pay and Benefits
• Position is Year-Round ¾ time with extensive periods of full time.
• Pay range $12-$16 dollars depending on experience and qualifications
• Retirement Benefits
• No health care.
