Food Production Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Food Production Technician
Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Bakery Associate to join our Petaluma production team. This role involves supporting daily bakery operations, including preparation, baking, packaging, and maintaining quality standards. Candidates should possess a strong work ethic, a passion for artisanal products, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through several tasks in a production environment, including sheeting, cutting, and baking products while adhering to food safety and quality procedures.
• Plan and organize the daily packing schedule and monitor the storage of packing materials.
• Complete packing department logs daily, including verification signatures.
• Prepare and bake products according to recipes and standards.
• Measure and mix ingredients accurately.
• Operate bakery equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with shaping, proofing, and baking bread and pastries.
• Package finished goods for distribution.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace following food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Monitor product quality and consistency.
• Support inventory and ingredient restocking.
• Follow all company policies and safety procedures.

• Previous bakery, food production, or kitchen experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work early morning shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and consistency.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Reliability, punctuality, and teamwork orientation.
• Basic understanding of food safety standards, ServSafe certification is a plus.

• Experience in artisan bread or pastry production preferred.
• Familiarity with commercial bakery equipment.
• Passion for high-quality, handcrafted food.

We offer a competitive hourly wage based on experience along with health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees. Enjoy paid time off, holidays, and employee discounts on products.

Work Environment

Work in a fast-paced production environment with exposure to flour, heat, and bakery equipment. The role requires standing, bending, and repetitive motions. Regularly scheduled hours for Production Technicians are from 9PM to 5:30AM, and for Packaging Technicians, from 10:30PM to 6AM, Monday through Friday. All second shift positions receive an extra $1/hour in addition to the base rate.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Petaluma, CA.

The pay range for this position is $18.81 - $18.81/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Petaluma,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 10, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.