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Caramel Cutter & Production Assistant – Part-Time (Potential Full-Time) | Wasilla, AK
Company: Hammers Family Birch, LLC / Kahiltna Birchworks
Location: Wasilla, AK
Schedule: Part-Time (2-3 days/week), with potential for Full-Time during peak season beginning in April/May
Shifts: 10-12 hour shifts
Compensation: $18/hour 2 hours of overtime per 10-hour shift
About Us:
We are Alaska’s premier birch syrup producer, crafting world-famous Alaska Gold Nugget Birch Cream Caramels and other wild-harvest products. At our Wasilla production facility, we take pride in making high-quality, small-batch treats with precision and care. We are looking for a dedicated Caramel Cutter & Production Assistant to join our team!
Position Overview:
This role requires precision, physical endurance, and strong time management skills to hand-cut our caramel products while maintaining quality. The position also involves cooking and wrapping caramels, with the potential to transition into a Production Associate role responsible for making all our handcrafted products.
Key Responsibilities:
- Hand-cut caramels into uniform pieces with accuracy and efficiency
- Cook and monitor caramel batches to ensure consistency and quality
- Wrap and package caramels for distribution
- Work efficiently under time-sensitive conditions (caramel is very temperature-sensitive)
- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the production area
- Assist with additional production tasks as needed
Qualifications & Skills:
- Physically fit and strong – this is a hands-on, labor-intensive role
- Excellent attention to detail – precision is key!
- Time management skills – caramel production requires efficiency
- Reliable and hardworking – we need someone who shows up ready to work
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Previous kitchen or food production experience is a plus but not required
Position Perks:
- Competitive pay ($20/hour 2 hours overtime per shift)
- Potential to transition into a full-time Production Associate role
- Be part of a fast-growing, locally loved Alaskan brand
- Work in a hands-on, small-batch production environment
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 30 per week
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Wasilla, AK 99654 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Wasilla, AK 99654: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20