Samples Coordinator

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Alpha Baking Co., Inc.

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Chicago, Illinois

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Coordinate and prepare bakery product samples for customers, sales teams, and testing while ensuring quality standards. Manage the logistics of sample shipments, inventory, and trade show materials.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience in food manufacturing, bakery operations, or a coordination/logistics role. You possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic computer proficiency, particularly with Excel and inventory systems.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Excel

inventory systems

food manufacturing

bakery operations

coordination

logistics

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and prepare bakery product samples for customer presentations, sales teams, and product testing
  • Work closely with Production, sales, R&D, and Quality Assurance teams to ensure samples reflect current formulations and quality standards
  • Package, label, and document samples accurately, including ingredient lists and allergen information
  • Maintain an organized inventory of sample materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods
  • Manage trade show sample materials, including inventory, packing, shipping, and post-event returns
  • Coordinate, Schedule and track sample shipments to ensure timely delivery
  • Maintain records of sample requests, shipments, and feedback
  • Monitor sample shelf life and storage conditions
  • Support continuous improvement of sample handling and logistics processes

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 1 year of experience in food manufacturing, bakery operations, or a coordination/logistics role
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Attention to detail, especially in labeling and documentation
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
  • Basic computer skills (Excel, inventory systems, email communication)
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 25–50 lbs.
  • Comfortable working in a bakery/production environment (temperature variations, flour exposure, etc.)

Work Environment

  • Combination of office, kitchen, and production floor settings
  • May require early mornings, weekends, or overtime during peak production or product launches

Key Skills

  • Organization and multitasking
  • Communication and coordination
  • Food handling and safety awareness
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail

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Alpha Baking Co., Inc.

Alpha Baking Company, Inc. was established in 1979 with the acquisition of the Mary Ann Baking Company in Chicago. Founded in 1935, Mary Ann is best known for the ever-popular Chicago style poppy seed hot dog bun. In 1981, Alpha Baking purchased S. Rosen’s Baking Company, a Chicago staple and baker of Jewish hearth rye breads and variety rolls since 1909. Through the years, Alpha Baking has continued to grow with the acquisition of Kreamo Bakers in South Bend, Indiana in 1979, National Baking Company in Chicago, Illinois in 1997, and Natural Ovens Bakery in Manitowoc, Wisconsin in 2007. For decades, food industry leaders have called on Alpha Baking Company, Inc. to craft solutions to complex and unique baking projects. Our modern, high-production facilities link old-world knowledge and baking experience with today’s technology. If you have a special need, we can bring you a level of experience, responsiveness, and technical expertise that is unmatched in the baking industry. Let us customize your foodservice operation with our extensive par-baked and frozen programs.
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