Assembler (Food Manufacturing) at Tovala

West Valley City, Utah, United States

Tovala Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Manufacturing, Food TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED preferred
  • Previous food or other manufacturing experience preferred
  • Ability to stand and/or walk up to 8+ hours per day in a cold environment (39 degrees F)
  • Ability to lift, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds frequently
  • Use of hands and fingers for fine manipulation
  • Vision for machine operation and food handling
  • Hearing
  • Wear personal protective equipment for food safety
  • Ability to follow written or verbal instructions
  • Ability to weigh, measure, or otherwise portion food
  • Basic arithmetic

Responsibilities

  • Portioning veggies, grains, spices, and sauces into small plastic bags or corresponding containers
  • Inspecting food products for quality
  • Making small cardboard boxes
  • Packing products into boxes
  • Insulating shipping boxes
  • Labeling finished products for shipping
  • Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
  • Working with the team to meet daily production goals

Skills

Food Portioning
Quality Inspection
Packaging
Box Assembly
Labeling
Sanitation
Food Handling
Manual Dexterity
Heavy Lifting
PPE Usage

Tovala

Smart oven with meal delivery service

About Tovala

Tovala combines hardware, software, and food to simplify home cooking with its Tovala Smart Oven and meal delivery service. The Smart Oven is a countertop appliance that cooks meals automatically when customers scan a QR code on Tovala-prepared meals. This system is designed for busy individuals and families who want healthy, home-cooked meals without spending much time cooking. Tovala targets health-conscious consumers and operates in the meal kit and smart kitchen appliance markets. Its business model includes selling the Smart Oven and offering a subscription service for meal deliveries, ensuring a seamless cooking experience. Revenue comes from oven sales and subscription fees, and the company has experienced rapid growth since its start in 2015, building a loyal customer base. Tovala also focuses on creating a positive work culture, valuing employee well-being and fostering a supportive environment.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$69.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Hardware, Consumer GoodsIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Company Equity
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays

Risks

Increased competition from smart kitchen appliance companies like June Oven and Brava.
Potential supply chain issues due to semiconductor shortages affecting smart oven production.
Rising costs of ingredients and logistics could impact meal delivery pricing and profitability.

Differentiation

Tovala combines a smart oven with a meal delivery service for convenience.
The Tovala Smart Oven automates cooking through QR code scanning for effortless meals.
Tovala targets health-conscious consumers with chef-crafted, nutritious meals and smart technology.

Upsides

Partnership with Jesse Tyler Ferguson enhances brand visibility and broadens audience reach.
Launch of affordable Smart Oven Air Fryer attracts cost-conscious consumers, expanding customer base.
$30M Series C funding fuels growth and innovation in food technology sector.

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