{"jobs":[{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/mezzettacareers/jobs/5987547004","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":5149873004,"location":{"name":"Larkspur, California, United States"},"metadata":null,"id":5987547004,"updated_at":"2026-05-14T13:20:20-04:00","requisition_id":"205","title":"Associate Digital Marketing Manager","company_name":"Mezzetta ","first_published":"2026-05-04T11:49:42-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Us:\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Since 1935, we’ve been on a mission to bring a little extra happiness to everyday life and inspire connections over food. We select the finest ingredients the world has to offer, craft premium products made with love, and never settle for shortcuts. We believe that when we share our food, we share a part of ourselves —\u0026amp;nbsp;and that’s the only way we’d put our name on it.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Today, our small family company has grown into a national leader in specialty olives, peppers, and sauces under the leadership of CEO Jeff Mezzetta, and our commitment to quality has never wavered. With an\u0026amp;nbsp;80-year legacy behind us and a bright future ahead, we’re seeking passionate, driven candidates to help us bring our cherished family traditions to a new generation.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;The ideal candidate will have an immediate connection to our Core Ingredients:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Crunchy Crunchy: We are hungry for excellence.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Own It: We think and act as an owner – with appetite, initiative, and responsibility.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Connection: We build authentic relationships that foster trust and open communications.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Vibrance: We come to work eager and passionate about fulfilling our vision.\u0026amp;nbsp;When we share our work, we share a part of who we are.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The Associate Digital Marketing Manager (Social \u0026amp;amp; Growth) owns and optimizes key digital marketing channels, including social media, email marketing, and paid advertising platforms. This role plays a key role in driving customer engagement, retention and conversion through effective campaign execution, audience segmentation and performance optimization. The role will work cross-functionally with internal teams and agency partners to ensure seamless delivery of integrated marketing initiatives across all marketing channels\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Responsibilities\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Social Media Management: Own and execute the social content and promotional calendar across platforms, ensuring alignment with brand and business priorities. Drive audience growth through consistent, high-quality content and platform-specific strategies. Lead cross-functional coordination of campaigns, promotions and go-to-market initiatives across internal teams and external partners.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Content Creation \u0026amp;amp; Optimization: Collaborate with agency and internal teams to develop high-performing, compelling content optimized for engagement and amplification. Monitor performance and report social platform analytics to inform messaging refinement, posting cadence, and creative formats for maximum reach and impact. Ensure consistent voice, storytelling and visual language that aligns with brand guidelines.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Audience Growth: Drive audience growth through consistent, high-quality content and platform-specific strategies\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Campaign/Calendar Ownership: Own and manage the integrated marketing calendar, ensuring alignment across email, social, paid and promotional initiatives to support business objectives.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Paid Media: Partner with manager and media agency to execute conversion-driven paid social campaigns supporting Mezzetta.com, Amazon and omnichannel partners.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strategy Development Execution: Partner with internal brand management partners to ensure overall social and content strategy aligns with broader marketing, business and go-to-market goals.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Influencer Strategy \u0026amp;amp; Partnerships: Partner with social agency to identify, vet and manage influencer and ambassador relationships to expand reach and engagement. Oversee campaign execution, define\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;performance goals and evaluate ROI to continuously optimize partnerships.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Trendspotting \u0026amp;amp; Innovation: Stay current on emerging trends, platform features and consumer behavior to identify opportunities to grow brand presence, with a focus on TikTok, YouTube, Pinterest and Reddit.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Agency Management: Nurture partnership and accountability with social media agency, ensuring timely delivery on content, strategy and reporting deliverables. ·\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Reporting: Track, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) across paid and organic social media to evaluate effectiveness and ROI. Help maintain and update monthly digital marketing dashboard to visualize campaign performance and identify trends or anomalies.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;E-Mail Marketing: Own and elevate Mezzetta’s email marketing program, including campaign strategy, execution, segmentation and performance optimization\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Campaign Strategy \u0026amp;amp; Execution: Plan, design, and deploy email campaigns that nurture leads, drive engagement, support customer retention goals and expand customer list.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Automation \u0026amp;amp; Workflows: Build and manage automated email journeys (welcome sequences, re-engagement, lifecycle campaigns) to maximize the capabilities on Klaviyo.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Segmentation \u0026amp;amp; Personalization: Develop audience segments and use behavioral or demographic data to deliver targeted, relevant content.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Testing \u0026amp;amp; Optimization: Conduct A/B tests on subject lines, creative, and send times to continually improve open rates and conversions.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Analytics \u0026amp;amp; Reporting: Monitor key performance metrics (open, click-through, conversion, unsubscribe) and generate actionable insights for campaign refinement. ·\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Compliance: Ensure all email marketing adheres to brand guidelines, GDPR/CAN-SPAM compliance, and best deliverability practices.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Reporting: Track, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) across email marketing activity to evaluate effectiveness and ROI. Help maintain and update monthly digital marketing dashboard to visualize campaign performance and identify trends or anomalies.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;AI \u0026amp;amp; Automation\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;AI Integration: Leverage AI tools to support content creation, audience research and product insights.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Innovation and Education: Stay current with advancements in AI marketing technologies and champion internal learning, ensuring the team leverages tools effectively and ethically.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Digital Marketing \u0026amp;amp; E-Commerce Team Support \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Provide cross-functional assistance with key team initiatives and tasks as needed, including support with budget management. Support customer experience operations to ensure continuity during peak periods and team coverage.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Requirements\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business, Communications, or related fields (preferred)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;4-6 years of relevant digital marketing, social media and content strategy experience, preferably CPG\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, PPT), Klaviyo, AI platforms (Open AI, Anthropic)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with Amazon Seller Central, Shopify, AI content creation, digital/social analytics\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong understanding of social media channels, best practices, and the evolving social media landscape along with good written and verbal communication skills.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with social media content planning and publishing\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Keeps up to date with industry trends and new platform innovations.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Creative, innovative thinker who’s not afraid to bring new ideas to the table.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Excellent written and verbal communication skills\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience in copywriting and copy editing\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to work independently and exercise discretion but communicate and escalate issues appropriately.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Detail-oriented, organized and deadline driven with ability to adapt in real time.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;History of high performance.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Demonstrates a bias toward action.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to resolve issues in a variety of complex situations.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Pay Range\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$110,000\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$114,000 USD\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;At Mezzetta, we embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where you know you belong. Part of that commitment includes a zero-tolerance policy and being an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Mezzetta are solely based on merit, qualifications, abilities and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, national origin, disability,\u0026amp;nbsp;military or veteran status, family or parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. All of us share in the responsibility of fulfilling this commitment and creating a culture where our team can thrive.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4006692004,"name":"Marketing","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4003682004,"name":"Larkspur, CA","location":"Larkspur, California, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/mezzettacareers/jobs/5995003004","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":5153993004,"location":{"name":"American Canyon, California, United States"},"metadata":null,"id":5995003004,"updated_at":"2026-05-12T19:01:37-04:00","requisition_id":"206","title":"Business Intelligence Manager","company_name":"Mezzetta ","first_published":"2026-05-12T19:01:37-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Us:\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Since 1935, we’ve been on a mission to bring a little extra happiness to everyday life and inspire connections over food. We select the finest ingredients the world has to offer, craft premium products made with love, and never settle for shortcuts. We believe that when we share our food, we share a part of ourselves —\u0026amp;nbsp;and that’s the only way we’d put our name on it.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Today, our small family company has grown into a national leader in specialty olives, peppers, and sauces under the leadership of CEO Jeff Mezzetta, and our commitment to quality has never wavered. With an\u0026amp;nbsp;80-year legacy behind us and a bright future ahead, we’re seeking passionate, driven candidates to help us bring our cherished family traditions to a new generation.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;The ideal candidate will have an immediate connection to our Core Ingredients:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Crunchy Crunchy: We are hungry for excellence.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Own It: We think and act as an owner – with appetite, initiative, and responsibility.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Connection: We build authentic relationships that foster trust and open communications.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Vibrance: We come to work eager and passionate about fulfilling our vision.\u0026amp;nbsp;When we share our work, we share a part of who we are.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Can you architect a data warehouse and then walk into a room of stakeholders and explain what the numbers mean, clearly, confidently, and without jargon? If so, keep reading.\u0026amp;nbsp; Mezzetta is looking for a Business Intelligence Manager who brings genuine technical depth and genuine business judgment in equal measure, someone who can own the systems that power our reporting and be a trusted partner to every person who depends on that data.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Reporting to the VP of IT, you will own our BI function end-to-end. You\u0026#39;ll inherit a Power BI and SQL Server-based data warehouse environment and lead the transition from Excel-heavy, manual reporting to reliable, system-generated reporting the whole organization can trust.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Responsibilities\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Drive the shift from manual, spreadsheet-based reporting to structured, system-generated outputs across every business function\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Deliver accurate, timely reporting for revenue, manufacturing, sales, materials, and warehousing\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Own the data warehouse and ETL pipelines; document architecture and improve data quality organization-wide\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Gather and translate business requirements from non-technical stakeholders across Finance, Manufacturing, Sales, and Operations\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Build a BI modernization roadmap with the VP of IT, including cloud and AI-enabled capabilities\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Partner with the IFS Cloud ERP and IT Operations teams on data integration\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Manage and develop the BI analyst function; build the standards and processes that make the function scale\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Requirements\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Expert-level SQL, you can navigate, optimize, and architect complex Microsoft SQL Server systems, and you\u0026#39;re as comfortable redesigning an aging structure as building something new\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Hands-on Power BI experience, DAX, data models, dashboards, and the judgment to know what good reporting looks like\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Financial acumen, you understand P\u0026amp;amp;L, balance sheet, and revenue reporting, and can use data to inform business planning and performance management\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;A proven track record of moving organizations from manual, Excel-driven reporting to disciplined, system-generated outputs\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Real experience gathering requirements from non-technical business users and delivering working data solutions\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;The ability to speak two languages fluently: deep technical with the data team, plain business English with everyone else\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;10+ years in BI, analytics, or data management; prior experience leading or developing a BI team\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Nice to Haves\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with IFS Cloud ERP or comparable enterprise ERP systems\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Oracle SQL experience\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Azure, Tableau, Qlik, Incorta, or other BI/cloud platforms\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;CPG, food manufacturing, or supply chain analytics background\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Python, R, or AI/ML-enabled BI tooling\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Microsoft SQL Server, Power BI, or Azure certifications\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Pay Range\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$165,000\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$170,000 USD\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;At Mezzetta, we embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where you know you belong. Part of that commitment includes a zero-tolerance policy and being an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Mezzetta are solely based on merit, qualifications, abilities and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, national origin, disability,\u0026amp;nbsp;military or veteran status, family or parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. All of us share in the responsibility of fulfilling this commitment and creating a culture where our team can thrive.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4006695004,"name":"IT","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4003681004,"name":"American Canyon, CA","location":"American Canyon, California, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/mezzettacareers/jobs/5791100004","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":5045894004,"location":{"name":"American Canyon, California, United States"},"metadata":null,"id":5791100004,"updated_at":"2026-03-02T00:00:53-05:00","requisition_id":"193","title":"Continuous Improvement / Industrial Engineering Internship","company_name":"Mezzetta ","first_published":"2026-02-03T16:57:43-05:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Us:\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Since 1935, we’ve been on a mission to bring a little extra happiness to everyday life and inspire connections over food. We select the finest ingredients the world has to offer, craft premium products made with love, and never settle for shortcuts. We believe that when we share our food, we share a part of ourselves —\u0026amp;nbsp;and that’s the only way we’d put our name on it.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Today, our small family company has grown into a national leader in specialty olives, peppers, and sauces under the leadership of CEO Jeff Mezzetta, and our commitment to quality has never wavered. With an\u0026amp;nbsp;80-year legacy behind us and a bright future ahead, we’re seeking passionate, driven candidates to help us bring our cherished family traditions to a new generation.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;The ideal candidate will have an immediate connection to our Core Ingredients:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Crunchy Crunchy: We are hungry for excellence.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Own It: We think and act as an owner – with appetite, initiative, and responsibility.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Connection: We build authentic relationships that foster trust and open communications.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Vibrance: We come to work eager and passionate about fulfilling our vision.\u0026amp;nbsp;When we share our work, we share a part of who we are.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Program Objective\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The Continuous Improvement / Industrial Engineering Intern will develop hands-on experience in manufacturing performance analysis and process optimization by learning and applying Industrial Engineering methods focused on time study, cycle time, takt time, and line balancing.\u0026amp;nbsp; Throughout the duration of this 16 week program, the Intern will support Mezzetta’s effort to improve packaging line performance, reduce bottlenecks, and identify opportunities for efficiency and labor optimization.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;By the end of the internship, the Intern will:\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Understand and apply time study and work measurement techniques.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Calculate and interpret cycle time, takt time, and OEE-related metrics.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Identify bottlenecks and develop data-based process improvement proposals.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Demonstrate practical Lean problem-solving in a real production environment.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Present technical findings and communicate improvement ideas effectively.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;12 Week Program Outline\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Week 1 Focus Area – Orientation \u0026amp;amp; Training\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Onboarding: Safety, GMP, food manufacturing overview\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Overview of Mezzetta packaging lines\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Introduction to Lean concepts and time study methods\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Week 2 Focus Area – Process Familiarization\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Observe selected packaging lines in operation\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Map process flow (from depalletizing to case pack)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Identify key workstations and operator roles\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Week 3 – Focus Area – Time Study Training \u0026amp;amp; Data Collection Plan\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Learn time study methods (manual stopwatch or digital)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Define cycle elements and observation approach\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Create a data collection sheet and sampling plan\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Weeks 4 \u0026amp;amp; 5 Focus Area – Execute Time Studies\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Collect detailed cycle time data for each station\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Record operator performance, idle time, micro-stops\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Validate repeatability and accuracy of measurements\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Week 6 Focus Area – Data Analysis:\u0026amp;nbsp; Cycle \u0026amp;amp; Takt Time\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Calculate average cycle time per station\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Compute line takt time vs customer demand\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Identify imbalances and bottlenecks\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Week 7 Focus Area – Line Balancing \u0026amp;amp; Optimization Opportunities\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Use data to evaluate workload distribution\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Simulate potential line balance improvements\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Identify waste (waiting, motion, overprocessing)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Weeks 8 \u0026amp;amp; 9 Focus Area – Test Improvement Hypotheses\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Work with operators and supervisors to trial small changes (layout, sequence, method, job rotation)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Measure new cycle times and validate improvements\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Week 10 Focus Area – Optimization Documentation\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Standardize improved methods\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Develop or update standard work charts and SOPs\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Weeks 11 – 16 Focus Area – Sustainability \u0026amp;amp; Handoff\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Train operators or leads on improved process\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Create visual management aids (takt board, KPI chart)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Week 16 Focus Area – Final Presentation\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Present “Process Optimization Findings” to CI and Operations leadership: \u0026lt;br\u0026gt;– What was studied \u0026lt;br\u0026gt;– Data-driven findings \u0026lt;br\u0026gt;– Implemented improvements and quantified benefits \u0026lt;br\u0026gt;– Future recommendations\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Requirements\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Must be currently enrolled as a junior or senior in college and studying Electrical, Mechanical, Process Engineering or similarly manufacturing related discipline\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Must be able to be on site in American Canyon (flexible on hours/schedule)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Familiarity with the following is a plus:\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Stopwatch or digital time study tools (Zebra, MODAPTS, etc.)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Excel for data analysis and charts\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Line balancing diagrams\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Standard Work Sheet and Takt Board templates\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Pay Range\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$27\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$27 USD\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;At Mezzetta, we embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where you know you belong. Part of that commitment includes a zero-tolerance policy and being an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Mezzetta are solely based on merit, qualifications, abilities and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, national origin, disability,\u0026amp;nbsp;military or veteran status, family or parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. All of us share in the responsibility of fulfilling this commitment and creating a culture where our team can thrive.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4006700004,"name":"Operations","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4003681004,"name":"American Canyon, CA","location":"American Canyon, California, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/mezzettacareers/jobs/6020913004","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":5165781004,"location":{"name":"Larkspur, CA/American Canyon, CA"},"metadata":null,"id":6020913004,"updated_at":"2026-06-12T13:28:35-04:00","requisition_id":"208","title":"Executive Assistant","company_name":"Mezzetta ","first_published":"2026-06-11T19:02:03-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Us:\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Since 1935, we’ve been on a mission to bring a little extra happiness to everyday life and inspire connections over food. We select the finest ingredients the world has to offer, craft premium products made with love, and never settle for shortcuts. We believe that when we share our food, we share a part of ourselves —\u0026amp;nbsp;and that’s the only way we’d put our name on it.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Today, our small family company has grown into a national leader in specialty olives, peppers, and sauces under the leadership of CEO Jeff Mezzetta, and our commitment to quality has never wavered. With an\u0026amp;nbsp;80-year legacy behind us and a bright future ahead, we’re seeking passionate, driven candidates to help us bring our cherished family traditions to a new generation.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;The ideal candidate will have an immediate connection to our Core Ingredients:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Crunchy Crunchy: We are hungry for excellence.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Own It: We think and act as an owner – with appetite, initiative, and responsibility.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Connection: We build authentic relationships that foster trust and open communications.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Vibrance: We come to work eager and passionate about fulfilling our vision.\u0026amp;nbsp;When we share our work, we share a part of who we are.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Mezzetta is searching for an experienced, energetic Executive Assistant to assume high-level ownership of office responsibilities, while also providing administrative support to members of the company’s Leadership Team (LT). This role will work directly with VP/C-level executives and Advisory Board members and serve as a key partner in maintaining an organized, engaging, and highly professional corporate environment.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The Executive Assistant will leverage their creativity, organization, and passion for people to help create a vibrant team and office experience in our Larkspur and American Canyon offices — planning team events, helping to host visitors, coordinating with teams across offices, and helping to build programs and experiences that make work rewarding and enjoyable. This role will also oversee day-to-day office needs, including office supply management, coordination with building and maintenance teams, and oversight of shared office spaces and programs.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;This role is designed to manage office responsibilities and support leadership effectiveness, including support for members of the leadership team. \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;This position splits time between our Larkspur and American Canyon offices (3 total locations)\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;. Flexibility and adaptability are required\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Responsibilities\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Office Support\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Manage day-to-day office responsibilties across Larkspur and American Canyon office locations (three), including ordering and stocking supplies, managing various office programs, and creating a workspace that fosters fun and creativity\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Manage the Mezzetta corporate calendar and partner on scheduling critical meetings requiring coordination of broader LT · Coordinate logistics and itineraries for major headquarters meetings and leadership events (e.g., Sales AOP Planning, Operations Town Hall, Board meetings)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain a professional, welcoming, and engaging office environment that supports employee experience and company culture · Coordinate closely with building management, facilities, and maintenance teams to ensure office functionality and upkeep\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Help maintain organization and communication across teams to support efficient execution of leadership priorities · Provide supplemental support and coverage for the CEO’s Executive Assistant during PTO or other planned absences\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Leadership Team Administrative Support\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Provide high-impact administrative support to LT members, focused on more complex travel coordination, scheduling, logistics, expenses etc.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Support limited set of cross-functional or leadership initiatives through coordination, follow-up, scheduling, and administrative project support\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Event Planning \u0026amp;amp; Culture Initiatives\u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead planning and coordination of team events, leadership off-sites, training events, and company gatherings\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Prepare offices and meeting spaces for board meetings, leadership meetings, and external visitors\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Assist in hosting vendors, suppliers, guests, and external partners\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Partner cross-functionally to support leadership priorities, employee engagement initiatives, and organizational programs\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Serve as a culture advocate by supporting and reinforcing company values through internal engagement and communications\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;u\u0026gt;Financial \u0026amp;amp; Systems Support \u0026lt;/u\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Track budgets, invoices, and expenses related to office operations, events, and executive support activities\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Support vendor setup, purchase requests, and PO receiving within IFS as it relates to office operations, events, and Advisory Board activities\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Assist with corporate document management and organization, including SharePoint and shared folder maintenance\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Requirements\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, professional, resourceful, and capable of prioritizing responsibilities in a fast-paced corporate environment. The ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and effectively balance multiple priorities is essential.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while maintaining strong attention to detail\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to interact professionally with executives, employees, board members, vendors, and external partners\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Excellent written and verbal communication skills · Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality with sensitive information\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong judgment, problem-solving capability, and proactive decision-making skills · Highly resourceful, adaptable, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced, high-demand environment\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong customer service mindset and responsiveness\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Forward-thinking and solutions-oriented approach with the ability to anticipate needs and improve processes\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with expense management, travel coordination, and office/vendor management preferred\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;AI proficiency (Claude, ChatGPT, etc.)\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Education\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;5–10 years of experience supporting executives, leadership teams, or corporate office operations\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience supporting C-level executives or senior leadership teams preferred\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Prior experience managing office operations, events, or employee engagement initiatives strongly preferred\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Demonstrated success operating in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Pay Range\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$130,000\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$135,000 USD\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;At Mezzetta, we embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where you know you belong. Part of that commitment includes a zero-tolerance policy and being an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Mezzetta are solely based on merit, qualifications, abilities and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, national origin, disability,\u0026amp;nbsp;military or veteran status, family or parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. All of us share in the responsibility of fulfilling this commitment and creating a culture where our team can thrive.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4006697004,"name":"Administrative","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4005079004,"name":"Larkspur/American Canyon","location":"Larkspur, CA/American Canyon, CA","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]},{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/mezzettacareers/jobs/5813301004","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":5056771004,"location":{"name":"American Canyon, California, United States"},"metadata":null,"id":5813301004,"updated_at":"2026-06-10T16:50:47-04:00","requisition_id":"196","title":"Food Technologist - R\u0026D/Technical Services","company_name":"Mezzetta ","first_published":"2026-02-25T19:37:59-05:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;About Us:\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;Since 1935, we’ve been on a mission to bring a little extra happiness to everyday life and inspire connections over food. We select the finest ingredients the world has to offer, craft premium products made with love, and never settle for shortcuts. We believe that when we share our food, we share a part of ourselves —\u0026amp;nbsp;and that’s the only way we’d put our name on it.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Today, our small family company has grown into a national leader in specialty olives, peppers, and sauces under the leadership of CEO Jeff Mezzetta, and our commitment to quality has never wavered. With an\u0026amp;nbsp;80-year legacy behind us and a bright future ahead, we’re seeking passionate, driven candidates to help us bring our cherished family traditions to a new generation.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;The ideal candidate will have an immediate connection to our Core Ingredients:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Crunchy Crunchy: We are hungry for excellence.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Own It: We think and act as an owner – with appetite, initiative, and responsibility.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Connection: We build authentic relationships that foster trust and open communications.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Vibrance: We come to work eager and passionate about fulfilling our vision.\u0026amp;nbsp;When we share our work, we share a part of who we are.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The Associate Food Technologist - R\u0026amp;amp;D/Technical Services will support the development of new products and processes, evaluate and improve the quality of existing products and review their current processes for optimization. The Associate Food Technologist will support R\u0026amp;amp;D, quality, operations, procurement and technical services with projects related to product and process improvement. This entry level position is an amazing opportunity to work in a newly built test kitchen with lots of room for growth.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The R\u0026amp;amp;D department’s internal customers are Sales, Marketing, Procurement \u0026amp;amp; Manufacturing. Marketing and R\u0026amp;amp;D work together in the development of Mezzetta’s food products. Both departments often work hand in hand to develop a product that will be predictive of its success in the market. Manufacturing is the department’s most important customer. R\u0026amp;amp;D, in this regard, seeks to refine and improve existing manufacturing processes, or to develop new and better ways of making the product. With input from manufacturing, R\u0026amp;amp;D has the potential to reduce costs and increase production efficiency.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Responsibilities\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Develop new products and existing product reformulations, from initial concepts to\u0026amp;nbsp;commercialization.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Complete supplemental product analytical and sensory testing.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Provide technical support to R\u0026amp;amp;D on product improvements and collaborate with operations on test\u0026amp;nbsp;runs in production to emulate approved kitchen samples.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain accuracy of formulations, processes, BOM’s and product specifications.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Approve new ingredients and suppliers by collaborating with procurement, R\u0026amp;amp;D and QA.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Conduct research to evaluate the shelf life of new or existing products or test new materials.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Conduct routine product cuttings and competitive cuttings per schedule with sensory panel.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Create and ensure accuracy of nutrition facts panels and ingredient declarations for new and/or\u0026amp;nbsp;reformulated products.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Assess production processes and make recommendations for improvements that are looking to reduce\u0026amp;nbsp;waste or cost or increase quality or profitability.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Plan and conduct research activities that evaluate new or revised products, ingredients, or formulations\u0026amp;nbsp;for taste, texture, and shelf stability.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Adjust formulations based on product specifications for production.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Create and ensure accuracy of nutrition facts panels and ingredient declarations for new and/or\u0026amp;nbsp;reformulated products.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;File for certifications such as Non-GMO, Kosher, Gluten-free, Vegan, etc.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;SQF support.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bills of Material Management, maintaining accuracy of formulations, processes and product\u0026amp;nbsp;specifications.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Qualifications\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related sciences\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Minimum 1-2 years experience in the food industry or related field\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Proficient in Excel, Word, and statistical analysis\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Excellent communicator both written and verbal\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Project leader\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Analyzing information\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Product Improvement\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Multitasking/Dealing with complexity\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Reporting research results\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Promoting Process improvement\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Problem solving\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Technical understanding\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Pay Range\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$34\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$36 USD\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;At Mezzetta, we embrace diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where you know you belong. Part of that commitment includes a zero-tolerance policy and being an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Mezzetta are solely based on merit, qualifications, abilities and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, national origin, disability,\u0026amp;nbsp;military or veteran status, family or parental status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. All of us share in the responsibility of fulfilling this commitment and creating a culture where our team can thrive.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4006692004,"name":"Marketing","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4003681004,"name":"American Canyon, CA","location":"American Canyon, California, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}]}],"meta":{"total":5}}