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+ Lead Casting & Finishing Production Coordinator (P/T)
OLANDER EARTHWORKS LLC

28-32 Hours per Week (4 Days a Week, Mon-Fri Only)

Job Description:

Olander Earthworks is a busy artisanal manufacturing studio located in NE Portland. We’re seeking a dynamic Casting & Finishing Lead to join our production team. Our ideal candidate has positive, solution-based, team-building energy with the ability to communicate clearly and calmly. We’re looking for a reliable, self-motivated team player with previous production experience who is hoping to settle down for a few years and help lead our creative team to produce playful concrete sculptures.

This person will be a key member of our team; helping daily with order intake, cast planning, maintenance and other studio flow logistics. Achieving proficiency in all aspects of production will inform the non-production duties, systems oversight and studio flow logistics for this position. This work has physical demands that require lifting up to 55 pounds and repetitive hand work involving casting, mold-cleaning, sanding, detailed color-mixing and application. Casting will require actively working on your feet, while finishing and pigmenting work will be seated.

Qualifications & Qualities We’re Looking For:

• Strong eye for detail and desire to create consistent, timely results in production based on our pre-set metrics.
• Previous casting and object-making experience in a production environment, such as working in ceramics, concrete, foundries or tile-making is strongly preferred.
• Proven color application abilities.
• A knack for creating and streamlining systems.
• Recognizing and enforcing QC standards in every step of the production process.
• Desire to maintain a clean, organized studio space.

• A desire to take pride and ownership of tasks and ability to see the big picture.

• The enthusiasm to skill share and learn with others as we collectively work to create the best results we can.

• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with a variety of personalities.

• Capacity to multi-task and remain nimble with changing priorities.

• An ability to take direction/constructive criticism in stride.

• A basic understanding of lean manufacturing processes is a plus.

• A passion for small business, creativity and handmade goods.

• This is a detail-oriented position with critical responsibilities and clear expectations. We encourage open dialogue and a pro-active culture of creative problem-solving and participation while we listen to music, podcasts, chat and generally try to keep a supportive and fun atmosphere.

If this position seems like a good fit, we’d love to hear from you! Please send a resume, cover letter and link to examples of your personal or professional portfolio and two work references to info@olanderearthworks.com.

This position pays $20/hour, with an expected 3-month trial/training period. This position is open until filled, but we will start reviewing candidates immediately. Proof of vaccination required.

+ Tasting Room Guide
WESTWARD WHISKEY

www.westwardwhiskey.com

PART-TIMe +TIPS

Distillery Tasting Room and Events

The Tasting Room Guide contributes to the company’s success by educating customers about Westward American Single Malt Whiskey. They proactively support a safe work environment by upholding the company’s safety procedures. They live the company’s core value of taking care of our own – our coworkers, our friends and our neighbors. Westward Whiskey maintains four retail spaces in Portland: One at the Distillery in South East Portland, one on North West 23rd Ave and two at the Portland Airport. Essential functions: · Open and Close store, balance register, and count inventory

· Process transactions quickly and accurately

· Greet customers upon arrival and assist with tastings and merchandise sales

· Sample and serve customers Westward Whiskey products

· Develop and maintain product knowledge with assistance from retail management

· Clean and stock store as needed

· Regular and reliable attendance

· Other duties assigned by Westward Whiskey management

Job Requirements:

· Flexible schedule and available to cover shifts

· Reliable transportation to and from work

· Must be able to work weekends, including mornings and/or evenings

· Desire to learn and teach others about local and regional distilling industry

· Excellent customer service skills and ability to engage with customers in a professional and positive manner

· Able to remain cool, calm, and collected when faced with adversity

· Able to stand and serve flights throughout majority of shift (7-8 hours)

· Must be able to keep up with intervals of high paced work flow and remain engaged with work during slower periods

· 21 + with current and valid OLCC Service Permit

· Able to pass federal background check

Email resumes here.

+ Store Associate
WELL SPENT MARKET

Part-Time $ 15-$17.50 per hour

About Us: We got started back in 1999 as Real Good Food, selling directly imported olive oil from Sicily that our Founder Jim sourced on his many trips to Italy. 20 years later Wellspent Market is a community of folks that appreciate independent makers, producers, and brands of the finest items available and thoughtfully offer them to our customers. We are storytellers, delighting in the opportunity to let our customers know about the producers that make the wonderful products we carry.

We are a community that is growing and we like to work with forward-thinking and creative people.

About you: We are looking for someone that is passionate about food, people and excels in customer service. You enjoy following us on Instagram, reading our newsletter, and trying out our recipes. You stay up-to-date on our current ads, promotions, and in-store events.

We are a small team in a busy retail store, we are looking for someone that is quick on their feet, likes talking to people, and thrives in a versatile setting.

You are passionate about good food + people-oriented. You are definitely a “foodie” and take a real interest in learning about new food items and sharing that knowledge with others. You are personable with a track record of excellent customer service. You want to follow our social media and read our newsletter to stay up to date on our current ads, promotions, and in-store events.

The Position : Retail Associate Part time / Weekend availability a must / candidate must thrive in a retail environment.

Works in retail setting, operating POS, proactively engages with customers, answers questions, restocks shelves. Provides exceptional customer service and contributes to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Core Responsibilities Experience in retail Engages our customer in a friendly manner Shares product information and assists in locating products throughout the store. Seeks opportunities to exceed customer expectations and enhance the customer experience Prepares Front End department for store opening and closing. Performs store opening and closing duties Re-stocks, rotates and faces products with attention to quality and expiration dates. Handles damaged and spoiled product according to company policy. Supports management with merchandise displays Assist team in additional light cleaning/housekeeping tasks when needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Previous customer service, food service, retail, or grocery experience preferred Knowledge of retail Front End and/or cash-handling experience is highly preferred Interest in understanding sales, promotions, trends, retail markets, and merchandising Excellent customer service skills Great communication skills & takes oral direction Other Requirements Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 pounds Ability to stoop, kneel and reach regularly Vaccinated for Covid 19 OLCC servers permit by start date

What we offer We are a community that is growing and we like to work with forward-thinking and creative people.

Fun, collaborative and supportive work environment 30% employee discount on all retail products Flexible work schedule A great crew and fun working environment with ample opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills

*BIPOC and LGBTQ+ encouraged to apply Email resumes here.

+ Seasonal Work
GODDAMN MAN CO

We are looking for seasonal help at outdoor markets in Vancouver and the broader Portland-metro area July – October (with the possibility of extending through December). The purpose of this position is to expand our market capacity. This is a 1099 position that will work independently at markets once paid training is complete. Hourly rate $15 + mileage.

A little about us… Our mission is to help men feel confident about how we show up in the world so they can attract their lovers and be on top of their game without distraction. That's why we handcraft our body and beard care products with love, humor, and responsibly sourced ingredients. We are woman-owned business. Learn more at www.gdmanco.com.

Current shift available: Sunday 9-4 at the Vancouver Farmers Market (8th & Esther St in downtown Vancouver). Market hours at 10-3 on Sundays. We are hoping to add at least one more shift per week this summer.

Training start date: Sunday, June 13th with the expectation that position will begin working independently at the Vancouver Farmers Market beginning Sunday, July 4th or 11th.

Desired attributes…

• Reliable
• Flexible
• Sense of humor
• Friendly
• Kind
• Patient
• Tolerant of difference
• Enjoys providing customer service
• Interest in men’s skincare a plus!

Position requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable vehicle to get two and from markets
• Ability to lift 60 pounds
• Ability to load/unload market displays and product, set up and tear down
• Comfortable working outdoors in all kinds of weather
• Ability to use point of sale system on device (provided)
• Ability to count change for cash transactions
• Available to work Sundays
• Adhere to vendor rules (like be on time)

If interested, call or text Jaime at 971-270-7478, email her at Jaime@gdmanco.com, or DM her at on IG @goddamn_man_co

+ General Manager
THE TOFFEE CLUB

The Toffee Club is more than a pub. It’s a community hub for soccer, fantastic food, delicious drinks and a great place to meet new and old friends alike.

If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of this culture, we’d love to hear from you.

The GM will be working closely with BOH & FOH leads, to run the day-to-day operations of the business.

Start date end of May.

Days and hours will be set.

Annual salary DOE with benefits.

**If you're a good fit, please fill this application .

+ Full- or Part-Time Customer Advocate (15+ hours/week)
BETSY & IYA

You'll work in our Portland retail shop (currently a well-ventilated pop-up until the COVID threat has passed), delivering exceptional service to customers who love our brand and products as much as you do.

You will be expected to:
• Be the positive, inviting, helpful face for the Betsy & Iya shop and brand
• Help customers find what they’re looking for by listening to their needs
• Put jewelry, accessories, and clothing together to fit customers’ style preferences
• Confidently sell fine jewelry
• Confidently provide honest feedback regarding style and fit of jewelry and clothing
• Be open to on-going learning about our products, policies, and services
• Make decisions based on knowledge of policies and know when to seek help
• Work with a team
• Maintain a clean, organized, well-stocked, accessible, and attractive shop environment
• Comfortably use or learn to use a computerized point of sale system
• Be able to carry boxes that weigh up to 35 lbs., and use step stools/ladders to retrieve backstock

Minimum requirement of 15 hours per week with the potential for more based on your availability and our needs. This position is solely on the sales floor - jewelry production is not a part of this position.
A minimum of 2-years, uninterrupted, relevant applicable experience with one employer (providing consistently awesome customer service, preferably in a retail/fashion/accessories environment) is a requirement of this position. Experience selling/working with jewelry, especially fine jewelry, is a major plus.
This position could grow into full-time if there is interest and a business need. If you are offered the job, you will be required to sign a Proprietary Information, Invention Assignment, and Non-Solicitation Agreement and show proof of full COVID vaccination as conditions of employment.

The right candidate will be able to:
• Work a schedule that includes a regular shift on Saturdays plus at least one other day of the week.
• Work a consistent schedule that generally does not vary from week to week
• Occasionally pick up additional shifts (sometimes after typical shop hours) in order to work special events or cover for coworkers
• Work consistent shifts during the holiday season from mid-November to December 24 as well as the week following Christmas. Time off during these time periods is not impossible, but is considered only if sufficient shift coverage can be arranged.
• Master multiple systems with many layers related to our point of sale system, inventory tracking, pulling goods for online orders, customer communication, etc.

You are:
• Mature, professional, and trustworthy
• Easy to talk to and out-going
• Proven to provide excellent customer service in previous work environments
• Able to multi-task and be adaptable to change
• Attentive to detail
• On-time and present when you are at work
• Motivated to make yourself and your environment better through reflection and action
• Familiar or you can become familiar with Betsy & Iya brand
• Excited by and good at merchandising, styling, and window displays

Pay and Benefits:
• This position offers a starting wage of $18.00/hour.
• Great employee discount.
• Paid time off & 401k with company matching.
• Paid mindfulness breaks.
• Read more about our Company Values.

If you're a good fit, please email a cover letter and resume to jobs.retail@betsyandiya.com . Address Suzy, the Betsy & Iya retail manager. Include what days of the week you are currently available to work. Make sure your cover letter explains how your skills, personality, and experience qualify you to positively contribute to the Betsy & Iya team. We look forward to hearing from you!

+ Sales Associate
THE JOINERY

FULL- AND PART-TIME SALES ASSOCIATE
If you are looking for purposeful work, thrive in developing relationships, and are inspired by craftspeople who build beautiful furniture that makes our world a better place, then we want you on our team as a full- or part-time Sales Associate.

Joinery products, as well as our business practices, are world class. Given the quality of our furniture and the skill required to make it, our furniture is a considered purchase. As such, the ability to create relationships with customers and foster strong connections to our product and story are critical to success in this role.
Successful applicants will demonstrate:

Excellent communication and relationship building skills
Proven ability to close sales
Strong customer service skills through all communication channels
Strong organization skills, adherence to timelines and attention to detail
Passion to connect with others, improve the environment and strengthen our community
Also helpful are experience with an ERP system; experience in home furnishings; and working knowledge of furniture design.

What you can expect from us:

A competitive wage and benefit package
The opportunity to develop your career as part of a great team
A collaborative work environment where teammates are committed to building a better world through leading business practices and phenomenal products

If this sounds like you, please email jobs@thejoinery.com your resume, a cover letter including salary requirements, and answers to the following three questions:

What about your work is most meaningful to you? What are you looking for in the next phase of your career, and why? Why do you think you are a good fit for this position? Thank you for your interest in The Joinery!

+ Sales Associate/ Visual Merchandiser
HOOT-N-ANNIE

Hoot-n-Annie has three locations in the SW Portland area, with 2 stores specializing in women’s and children’s resale fashion and one store specializing in resale home goods and furniture.

And we are now looking for a new team member! This person will be retail/customer service and will be the face of the shop! Great personality,flexible schedule and positive retail experience preferred. Our locations are within 5 miles of each other and there may be a need to travel to different locations during the work week. This is a casual environment with a steady pace and a close knit staff and owners are hands on.

Hours will be 16-20hr/wk to start and could increase to 30 hrs as staff and seasonal need change. Pay starts at $14/hr but can increase in time with proven teamwork and excellent customer service experiences.

Duties include:

• Greeting customers/answering questions
• Answering phone
• Ringing up purchases
• Pulling online orders
• Opening and/or closing duties
• Merchandising and display
• Light cleaning
• Clothing prep
• Moderate to heavy lifting (25-50lb) on occasion
  
  This is a fun position with lots of room for creativity and cultivation of customer relationships. Safety of our staff and customers is a priority and all protections are in place for a happy healthy work environment..
  
  We would love to have you join our Hoot-n-Annie family! Please send a letter of interest to hootnanniepdx@gmail.com and let us know why you’d be a perfect fit. Please attach a casual resume with professional and personal references as well.

+ Breakfast Cook
TOFFEE CLUB

Help us reopen the Toffee Club and cook our English pub classics.
Become a part of our team! We’re an English football (soccer) pub in SE Portland. Our contemporary take on a classic English pub serves traditional pub dishes, enhanced with local Pacific Northwest ingredients. We serve lunch and dinner, with brunch at weekends. We’re looking for one part-time, breakfast cook who is self-motivated, energetic, reliable, and responsible. Responsibilities: Prep work, line cooking, cleaning, washing dishes, opening or closing duties. Requirements: Minimum three years cooking experience Positive attitude and detail oriented. Strong work ethic, with pride in your work. Enthusiasm to steward our brand and grow with us. Oregon food handlers card, reliable transportation to SE Portland. Baking stills are a plus! Contract Details: $15.75 hourly pay plus weekly tips. Hours: 6am – 2pm Saturday & Sunday. Benefits: Set days off in a row. Monthly food and drinks tab. Positive and supportive work environment. Contact: emily@toffeeclubpdx.com to schedule an interview.

+ Assistant
BRICKS NEED MORTAR

Bricks Need Mortar is a membership organization that supports our small, brick and mortar neighborhood businesses. Our mission is to provide support for our members with visibility, advocacy, connection, community, guidance and resources, so independent small businesses don’t have to feel as though they are going it alone.

Our goal is to lead our brick and mortars through the current pandemic and onto recovery to build an even stronger small business community.

We believe in community over competition and believe we can efficiently and effectively deliver value, results, and solutions to this community as a whole. The culture of our organization is centered in helping all businesses through these challenging times, particularly those businesses who have long been disenfranchised and marginalized.

PDXSOS Assistant Position Overview This is a part time contract position currently 5 hours/week with room to grow. This position is both fun and rewarding, helping our small businesses and our community to build a more equitable and thriving local economy. Bricks Need Mortar provides guidance and flexibility to the individual who fills this position.

About the position: Bricks Need Mortar is seeking someone who can assist with administrative tasks namely and not limited to: Managing social media, including content creation and writing Assisting in facilitation of group sessions and meetings Membership communications and outreach Calendar management and scheduling

We are seeing applicants who exemplify the following:

A commitment to meeting deadlines Strong organizational skills Self direction Works well independently and with others on the team Excellent writing skills Curiosity and eagerness to learn A passion for small business Possesses a knowledge of Portland’s small business community

If this sounds like a great fit for you, we want to hear from you! Please send your resume and personal note with interest for this contract position to Sarah. Thank you!

+ Part-Time Delivery Driver for Wholesale and Retail Deliveries
REAL GOOD FOOD

About Us: Real Good Food provides the best restaurants in town with more than 100 gallons of extra virgin olive oil every week. Local chefs also buy special vinegars, salt, grains, and other hard-to-find ingredients that Real Good Food sources locally and around the world.

The Pacific Northwest is home to a lot of great food, and we love to share the stories of some of our favorite local producers. We’ve got everything from home grown miso and kimchi to chile oils and the mysterious but delicious Boat sauce. And, of course, Oregon olive oil.

But the world is full of people passionate about making good food, and we want to help them, too. Real Good Food imports hand-harvested sea salt from Portugal and the best capers in the world from the tiny island of Pantelleria. So how do you fit into this story...

About You: We are looking to hire a friendly, responsible, and conscientious Delivery Driver to join our team. As a driver you will be delivering for both Wholesale and Retail including spending time in our warehouse pulling product for delivery. We are looking for someone that is personable, has good time management skills, and is eager to learn and jump right in .

What We Expect From You:

• 1 year minimum experience

• Valid Driver’s license

• Have a clean driving record

• Be drug free and can pass a drug test

• Be Organized

• Be dependable and on time

• Have good hygiene and appearance ( tattoos/piercings are cool with us)

• Have a good attitude and good customer service skills

• Familiarity with the Portland area

• Proficiency with computers and reading maps

• Attention to detail

• Ability to communicate and interact with both employees and customers

• Be vaccinated for Covid 19

• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 pounds

• Ability to stoop, kneel and reach regularly

What You Can Expect From Us:

• Potential to work full time

• $18 starting wage

• 16-24 hours per week to start

• Paid sick leave

• Weekends off

• Employee discount on purchases

• A great crew and fun working environment

*BIPOC and LGBTQ+ encouraged to apply

**If you're a good fit, please APPLY HERE.**

+ Part-time Retail Position
PACIFIC HOLIDAY

14-20 hours average per week, must be available to work weekends, summers, holiday seasons.

Competitive wage, employee discount, first dibs on consignment & a fun environment.

We believe in sustainability, community and creativity. Pacific Holiday is committed to being a welcoming environment. The safety of our staff and customers is a priority.

Duties include:
Helping customers first and foremost
Assisting consignors with their detailed accounts
Learning consignment software and systems
Product and merchandise knowledge
Instagram posts, photos, stories, ideas
Completing opening and closing checklists
Merchandising and display,
Light cleaning
Clothing prep and care
Moderate to heavy lifting (25-50lb) on occasion
Use ladders to get items down from stockroom shelves
There is literally always something to do
Learning, communicating and being flexible to change

**If you're a good fit, please bring resumes in person to 4443 NE Fremont St, Portland, OR 97213.**

+ Sales Associate
WOONWINKEL

Would you like to join the Woonwinkel team? We're hiring a part-time sales associate to assist in the daily operations of our joyful little corner store. We have a small, hardworking team that does more than just clock in. We support each other, we learn from each other, and we depend on each other to put food on our tables. We know we're not curing cancer, but we do have a deep sense responsibility to each other and to our community so we take our roles seriously. As a sales associate, you'd be an important part of our team.

Learn more about our values and social mission here.

Sale associates deliver high-quality customer service with a deep knowledge of products, policies and the brand. Sales Associates should be kind, friendly, customer-oriented team members who help ensure a positive experience for each visitor. Sales associates take care and pay attention to details in back-of-house operations including fulfilling web orders, receiving inventory, and moving inventory between locations. Candidates must be able to climb a ladder and lift up to 50 lbs.

Sale Associate Traits: Professional. Positive and empathetic. Knowledge seeking. High personal standards. Excellent communication skills.

Sales Associate Responsibilities: Create a welcoming atmosphere. Engage with visitors in a friendly, knowledgeable, and empathetic manner. Move physically around the store and interact. Sell products with deep product knowledge and story-telling. Manage the cash wrap area and POS. Ensure the accuracy of the inventory and POS systems. Clean and organize. Receive and organize inventory, move inventory between locations. Fulfill web orders.

Woonwinkel is committed to fair and inclusive hiring practices and we'll seek a wide variety of applicants before conducting interviews. The deadline for applications is May 9th.

**If you're a good fit, please bring your resume in person to 935 SW Washington Street, Portland, 97205.

+ Sales Associate
WORKSHOP VINTAGE

(4011 N Williams Ave) Do you love connecting with customers while working in a magical environment? Well, Workshop Vintage is hiring a part time sales associate to join our small team. We are a retail boutique that specializes in wide array of treasures from Vintage Fashion, Home Decor, Jewelry, Crystals and Esoteric Goods. We strive to create a welcoming, friendly, and safe environment; that is enjoyable for both staff and customers.
Desired Skills/ Responsibilities

-Retail and sales experience
-Excellent customer service is a must
-Out going and able to connect with customers
-Self motivated and good at working independently or as a team.
-Consistently providing a high-standard of service by keeping a friendly positive attitude with every customer, vendor, and team member.
-Ability to problem solve daily challenges
-Has an interest in vintage, fashion, crystals and the esoteric.
-A keen eye for merchandising and cleaning
-Ability to work weekends is a must.

This position will be 16 - 24 hours a week with opportunity to grow during the busy season

**If you're a good fit, please email a cover letter and resume to info@workshopvintage.com or drop off at shop Thursday - Monday 11-6

+ Operatons Coordinator
THE JOINERY

If you are looking for purposeful work and are energized by the opportunity to take what is good and make it great, then we want you on our team as our Operations Coordinator.

The Joinery, Portland’s iconic furniture manufacturer, is adding this role to help support our growing organization. The Operations Coordinator evaluates inventory levels and makes purchases to ensure that materials are on hand to meet manufacturing needs and align with company goals. The role also manages key projects and administrative tasks.

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

Strong analytical skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail
Proactivity and motivation to achieve goals
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Computer proficiency
Passion to improve the environment and strengthen our community
Added advantages are experience in a manufacturing environment, including purchasing and inventory management.

What you can expect from us:
A competitive salary and benefit package
The opportunity to develop your career as part of a great team A collaborative work environment where teammates are committed to building a better world through leading edge business practices and phenomenal products

If this sounds like you, then send your resume and a cover letter including salary requirements and answers to the following questions to jobs@thejoinery.com:

What about your work is most meaningful to you? What are you looking for in the next phase of your career, and why? Why do you think you are a good fit for this position? Thank you for your interest in The Joinery!

+ SALES ASSOCIATE
PORTLAND GEAR

Portland Gear is more than an apparel brand, we are a community that celebrates the city of Portland and the state of Oregon making all feel welcome to be a part of it. As a retail associate, your duties will include:

● Assisting customers with purchases
○ Answer any questions, give suggestions, complete purchase
● Going above and beyond with customer service
○ Make the customer feel valued and a part of the brand by the time they leave based on the individuals specific needs
○ Answering phone calls, texts, chats, emails etc.
● Knowledge of product (fit, style, story behind item) ○ Be able to let the customer know how an item fits, what you like about the items and what is popular, and why the item was designed that way/if there is a giveback aspect to it.
● Convey mission and values of the business
○ Be able to speak to the mission and values as well as convey it to them during your interactions
● Keep store clean
○ Store should always look immaculate and put together with up to date product and visually pleasing displays that create a welcoming vibe.
● Be proactive
○ There is always something to do!
● Open and close store
○ Perform necessary duties to make sure store is good to go
● Assist with shipping and curbside pickup
○ Prepare, organize, and ship orders and mark off curbside pickups
● Ensure safety of customers
○ Comply with all health protocols for both safety of you and the customers
● Communicate well with team members
○ Communication is key!
● Assist with inventory
○ Ensure stock of product is up to date and correct
● Be passionate about the brand and what you do

We are a brand focused on community and people want to feel that from you! If this sounds like you, fill out this form