CAREERS

“Since my first day at Mahaska over 15 years ago, I’ve been a part of a team where the employees are given the chance to help make decisions and share their ideas to help our company grow strong. I am so happy to be a part of a family owned business that truly cares about their employees and strives to make our community a better place. I’ve grown with the company during these 15 years, starting as a part-time Weekend Merchandiser and now as the Chief Marketing Officer. I’ve never forgotten what originally brought me to Mahaska, which was the opportunity to be a part of a team composed of happy, hard working people who distribute products that make people smile!”

- Chad Irving, Chief Marketing Officer

BENEFITS




401k options available for eligible employees after 1 year of service




Health, RX, Dental, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance and AFLAC options.




Employees can purchase up to 5 cases of product a week at a discounted price.




Flexible Spending Account (FSA) not subject to payroll taxes



Opportunities in Iowa

Position: Part-Time Sampler

Mahaska is accepting applications for a Part-Time Sampler. 

This position will be responsible for providing samples of new beverage items to the public at designated customer locations in Des Moines.  Samples are usually distributed during evenings and weekends.  The successful candidate must be able to work a  flexible work schedule and have reliable transportation.  
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Position: Part-Time Sampler

Mahaska is accepting applications for a Part-Time Sampler.  

This position will be responsible for providing samples of new beverage items to the public at designated customer locations in Des Moines.  Samples are usually distributed during evenings and weekends.  The successful candidate must be able to work a  flexible work schedule and have reliable transportation.  
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Mahaska is accepting applications for an Express Route Manager.  

Description: We are looking for a self-motivated, hard-working manager who will be responsible for the marketing of company brands within the express accounts.  This position serves as the manager for these customers, developing sales and executing marketing strategies as assigned by the Marketing Manager.  They are responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with key people at the store level  This position oversees the Account Managers on the Express Team, ensuring the have a clear understanding of customer relations, merchandising, distribution and marketing opportunities   

Please contact Human Resources to review a full job description. 

Mahaska is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Mahaska is accepting applications for Route Sales Driver, in our Snack Express department.  


Description: We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated, hard-working Route Sales Driver.  As a Route Sales Driver you will be filling and servicing vending machines over an established route to regular customers. This is a salary position, that will train and learn all routes in Snack Express and be able to cover routes.  Duties include driving a delivery vehicle and bringing product into the businesses or schools as needed to fill the machines properly. Rotate product as required, to ensure customer satisfaction. Establish a good working relationship with customers and managers.  

Requirements: Possess the ability to work independently, be financially-driven and dependable as well as have excellent communication skills.  Ability to work in outdoors environment and able to lift up to 50 lbs. with ability to maneuver two-wheel cart weighting up to 200 lbs.  Must be 21 years of age or older, with a good driving record.   Training will be provided for all aspects of the position, including obtaining Class D2. Current Class D2 license not required.  

Benefits: Excellent benefit packet includes: Health, RX, Dental, Life Insurance, 401 (k), paid personal days, and paid vacation.  

                                     Mahaska is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Mahaska is accepting applications for a full time Route Sales Driver.  

Description:
We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated, hard-working Route Sales Driver.  As a Conventional Route Sales Driver you will sell, deliver and place beverage products at established accounts throughout a designated route.  This position offers huge growth opportunities – as your sales increase, so will your income as pay is based on commission.  Duties include delivery of product, filling shelves and coolers and working with Manager to grow sales opportunities.  

Requirements:
Possess the ability to work independently, be financially-driven and dependable as well as have excellent communication skills.  Ability to work in outdoors environment and able to lift up to 50 lbs. with ability to maneuver two-wheel cart weighting up to 200 lbs.  Must have driver’s license with good driving record and be 21 years of age or older.   Training will be provided for all aspects of the position, including obtaining Class A CDL. Previous sales and route driving experience not required.  

Benefits:
Excellent benefit packet includes: Health, RX, Dental, Life Insurance, 401 (k), paid personal days, and paid vacation.  

Mahaska is an Equal Opportunity Employer


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Mahaska is seeking a full-time mechanic for our large fleet. The qualifying individual must have a background or comparable education in Auto and/or Diesel Mechanics. Job duties include but not limited to the ability to troubleshoot and repair the various systems on cars and or heavy trucks - including drivetrain, engine, HAVC, fuel systems, and brakes. This person must possess the ability to work efficiently with little supervision, have the ability to lift 50+ lbs repetitively, self-motivated, and have good customer relations skills. Competitive wages depending upon experience, and full benefits package offered. Candidates must have a good driving record with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within six (6) weeks of employment.

Mahaska is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Benefits: Excellent benefit packet includes: Health, RX, Dental, Life Insurance, 401 (k), paid personal days, and paid vacation.   
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Who We Are:
Things are happening here at Mahaska. A family-owned business since our start 1889, we've served the Midwest and beyond for more than 125 years. And we're still growing. Owner Branden Muhl continues to expand Mahaska beyond bottling into new territory, opening up opportunities and careers in hospitality, transportation and distribution.   

Position: Sunday Part-Time Merchandiser 

Mahaska is looking for a reliable individual to merchandise Mahaska products in customer stores in Oskaloosa. Responsible for product rotation and stocking on store shelves, displays, and in coolers. 

Position requires approximately two to three hours per Sunday.
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Position:  Full- Time - Warehouse Loader

Description: 
Mahaska is looking for a dependable, hard-working, and reliable Full-time Loader.  The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to; 
·         Effectively read build sheets. 
·         Maintain the ability to build loads in a timely manner. 
·         Build loads utilizing a forklift or physical labor. 
·         Responsible for handling empties and full merchandise returned by drivers. 
·         Empty out route trucks and load product. 
·         Work in a safe manner, keeping work area and warehouse area clean and organized.  

Requirements: Possess the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly.  Ability to accurately read load sheets.  Forklift experience preferred, but not required.

Shift would start approximately 2:00pm Monday - Friday. 

  Benefits: Excellent benefit packet includes: Health, RX, Dental, Life Insurance, 401 (k), paid personal days, and paid vacation.  
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Who We Are: 
Things are happening here at Mahaska. A family-owned business since our start 1889, we've served the Midwest and beyond for more than 125 years. And we're still growing. Owner Branden Muhl continues to expand Mahaska beyond bottling into new territory, opening up opportunities and careers in hospitality, transportation and distribution.  

Position: Building Maintenance Technician 

Job Overview: Perform general cleaning and minor maintenance duties in maintaining the facility which include equipment, and surrounding outside grounds.   

Duties include, but are not limited to: 
·         Maintaining 
          o   All HVAC equipment 
          o   Electrical systems 
          o   Building structure 
          o   Lighting 
          o   Plumbing 
          o   Painting 
          o   New installations 
          o   Yard maintenance 
          o   CO2 production 
          o   Concrete repair 
          o   Metal fabrication 
·         Responsible for completing all paper work and reports necessary for this position. 
·         Responsible for completing any required training courses and wear required Personal Protective Equipment, when necessary. 
·         Maintaining a neat and orderly work area. 
·         Assist Operations Manager as needed.   

Job Requirements: 
·         Must have HVAC experience 
·         Experience with welding, electrical, plumbing and construction 
·         Problem solving skills 
·         Able to work well with little supervision 
·         Flexible working schedule 
·         Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.   

Benefits: Excellent benefit packet includes: Health, RX, Dental, Life Insurance, 401 (k), paid personal days, and paid vacation, accrued monthly.
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Position: Marketing/Graphics Designer– Intern

This position will work closely with the Chief Marketing Officer, as well as other managers within the organization.

This role will assist in various marketing initiatives and projects such as, marketing brochures, sales kits and other promotional materials to support product launches.  May write articles and design layouts.  Tracking and reporting sales and account information. Assist in the planning and execution of media coverage and social media coverage.  Plan and execute product launch samplings at various retail or foodservice venues. 

Mahaska offers excellent opportunities for internship, part-time and full-time positions.  This is an exciting role that will give you experience in the world of Marketing and Business Management.  
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Position:  Full- Time - Warehouse Loader

Description: 
Mahaska is looking for a dependable, hard-working, and reliable Full-time Loader.  The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to; 
·         Effectively read build sheets. 
·         Maintain the ability to build loads in a timely manner. 
·         Build loads utilizing a forklift or physical labor. 
·         Responsible for handling empties and full merchandise returned by drivers. 
·         Empty out route trucks and load product. 
·         Work in a safe manner, keeping work area and warehouse area clean and organized.  

Requirements: Possess the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly.  Ability to accurately read load sheets.  Forklift experience preferred, but not required.

  Benefits: Excellent benefit packet includes: Health, RX, Dental, Life Insurance, 401 (k), paid personal days, and paid vacation.  
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Opportunities in Nebraska

Mahaska is accepting applications for Route Sales Driver.

Description:
We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated, hard-working Route Sales Driver.  As a Conventional Route Sales Driver you will sell, deliver and place beverage products at established accounts throughout a designated route. As the Trainee you will learn all of the Conventional Routes and be able to fill in on routes if the event of a vacancy.  Duties include delivery of product, filling shelves and coolers and working with Manager to grow sales opportunities. 

Requirements:
Possess the ability to work independently, be financially-driven and dependable as well as have excellent communication skills.  Ability to work in outdoors environment and able to lift up to 50 lbs. with ability to maneuver two-wheel cart weighting up to 200 lbs.  Must have driver’s license with good driving record and be 21 years of age or older. Training will be provided for all aspects of the position, including obtaining Class A CDL. Previous sales and route driving experience not required. 

Benefits:
Excellent benefit packet includes: Health, RX, Dental, Life Insurance, 401 (k), paid personal days, and paid vacation. 

Mahaska is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Position:  
Full-Time Warehouse Loader 

Description:
Mahaska is looking for a dependable, hard-working, and reliable Full-time Loader.  The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: 

-Effectively read build sheets.
-Maintain the ability to build loads in a timely manner.
-Responsible for handling empties and full merchandise returned by drivers.
-Empty out route trucks and load product.
-Work in a safe manner, keeping work area and warehouse area clean and organized. 

Requirements:
Possess the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly.  Forklift experience preferred, but not required.  Regular hours are Monday through Friday with a start time of 2:30 p.m.

Benefits:
Excellent benefit packet includes: Health, RX, Dental, Life Insurance, 401 (k), paid personal days, and paid vacation. 

Mahaska is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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APPLY FOR A JOB

If you are interested in any of the above job descriptions, please apply using our online form. The form includes basic information, employment history, education, and supplemental questions. Please be prepared with all necessary information before starting the form. At the end of the application you will be able to upload a resume (PDF or Word Doc only/ 5MB max.). Please note, only one document can be uploaded per submission. Thank you for applying to Mahaska.

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