Who We Are

Founded in 2008, AKM LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of FedUp Foods PBC, is one of the nation's early producers of kombucha, and one of the largest functional beverage manufacturers in America, offering a diverse portfolio of organic private label functional beverages for top global retailers.

Our Culture

FedUp Foods fuels the growth and success of open-minded, collaborative, and passionate individuals who thrive on teamwork, creativity, and continuous learning.

As a proud benefit corporation we have chosen to make People one of our benefit pillars. We strive to make sure every employee of FedUp Foods feels welcomed, valued, and empowered by fostering a collaborative and adaptable community, providing growth opportunities, and creating a supportive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Our Values: Agility, Collaboration, Communication, Lifelong Learning, Community, Gratitude

Our Benefits (FT Roles):

• Health Insurance (company pays 80-90% individual premium)
• Group Term Life Insurance (100% of premium paid by company)
• Vision and Dental Coverage (paid by the employee)
• Voluntary Group Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability (50% of premium paid by company)
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Retirement: 401k with Employer Match
• 8 Paid Holidays
• PTO and Sick Time

Position Summary

The primary role of this position is assisting in the daily execution of all brewing/cellaring and transferring operations, cleaning all brewing and brewing related equipment/spaces and contributing as a member of the brewing team. In order to help ensure all aspects of this position are performed as expected, measurable metrics will be provided along with regularly scheduled performance reviews.

An ideal applicant will be highly skilled, consistently punctual and enjoy working with a variety of skilled individuals who share similar values and goals.

General Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment:
  • Advocate a safe working environment by adhering to all PPE requirements and policies, and reporting incidents and near misses to assigned supervisor
  • Understand all Clean in Place procedures
  • Daily routine, and regular deep cleaning and sanitization of required tanks, pumps and filtration systems and equipment, floors, drains and other systems
  • Annual chemical training, proper cleaning chemical usage and proper chemical titrations
  • Conformation of brewing equipment cleanliness thru swabbing, titration or other standard tests
• Follow all SOPs and work instructions
• Fill tanks with water for future brews
• Assist in finishing/filtering starter for base brews
• Changeover Filtration pads and socks
• Assist in the transfer base product through appropriate filtration to appropriate tank
• Inject flavors from flavor kitchen to correct brite tank
• Assist with other brewers/ flavoring duties as needed
• Ensure carbonation systems are set to packaging tanks when flavoring is completed
• Abide by GMP/SQF and HACCP standards
• Record and enter data into all appropriate spreadsheets, checklists or documents
• Organization and cleaning of all tools and equipment
• Assist in Koelschip fermentation monitoring, transfers and cleaning processes
• Participation in brewery projects and teams as needed

Food Safety and Quality Responsibilities

• Follow GMP policy when in the production facility and encourage your team to do the same
• Understand our SQF policies relating to pest control, visitors, allergen management, and cleaning and sanitation
• Demonstrate awareness of Management's Commitment to SQF and work towards Food Safety and Quality and help the company meet this commitment
• Report any problem that involves food quality and safety to the Quality Assurance Manager so that the CAPA (corrective action, preventative action) log may be filled out, the situation be investigated, and resolved with the goal of continuous improvement of food quality and safety

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues
• Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred but not required
• Keen attention to detail
• High standard of cleanliness
• Knowledge of food safety standards
• Proficiency with spreadsheet/ document data entry
• Heightened awareness of safety precautions and hazards for self and others
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels within the organization
• Ability to multitask and be flexible
• Positive and team oriented attitude
• Tentative shifts available: M-F, 6:30a-3p, and T-S, 9a-5:30p
• Extended shifts, overtime, and weekends may be needed based on business needs
• Flexibility in work hours is necessary to meet operational demands

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1 year brewing or kitchen prep/batch mixing work, preferred

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• 30 minute unpaid lunch break; two 15 minute paid breaks
• Ability to stand, walk, and be on your feet for prolonged periods
• Ability to bend, squat, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and walk on uneven surfaces regularly
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet environments
• Ability to regularly lift, push, or pull up to 65 pounds

EEO Statement

AKM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as directed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.