Food Production Worker

Food Production Technician

This role supports daily bakery production by preparing, baking, and packaging high-quality artisanal products while maintaining strict food safety and quality standards. You will work on the second shift in a fast-paced environment, rotating through various production tasks such as sheeting, cutting, baking, and packaging, and will help ensure that all products meet established recipes, procedures, and consistency expectations.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through key production tasks, including sheeting, cutting, and baking products in accordance with established food safety and quality procedures.
• Prepare and bake products by following standard recipes and production guidelines to ensure consistency and quality.
• Measure and mix ingredients accurately to maintain product standards and minimize waste.
• Operate bakery equipment safely and efficiently, following all operating and safety instructions.
• Assist with shaping, proofing, and baking bread and pastries to meet production schedules.
• Plan and organize the daily packing schedule to ensure timely completion of packaging tasks.
• Monitor the storage and availability of packing materials to support continuous production.
• Complete packing department logs accurately each day, including required verification signatures.
• Package finished goods for distribution, ensuring correct labeling, portioning, and presentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace by following food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Monitor product quality and consistency throughout the production process and report any issues promptly.
• Support inventory control by helping restock ingredients and packaging materials as needed.
• Follow all company policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and safety procedures at all times.
• Adhere to second shift schedules and work overtime or Saturday hours when required by business needs.

Essential Skills

• Previous bakery, food production, or kitchen experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work second shift hours; typical schedules include 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM or 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Ability to work early morning shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed based on business demand.
• Strong attention to detail and consistency when measuring, mixing, baking, and packaging products.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods in a production environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented approach to work.
• Basic understanding of food safety standards and practices; ServSafe certification is a plus.
• Comfort working in a general labor, assembly line, or packing environment with repetitive tasks.
• Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety protocols.
• Capability to perform inspection and quality checks on products and packaging.
• Willingness to follow all safety procedures related to equipment operation and food production.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in artisan bread or pastry production.
• Familiarity with commercial bakery equipment and production lines.
• Demonstrated passion for high-quality, handcrafted food products.
• Experience in foodservice, food production, packaging, cleaning, and food preparation.
• Comfort working with heavy lifting, inspection tasks, and assembly line workflows.
• ServSafe or similar food safety certification is beneficial but not required.

Why Work Here?

You will join a fast-paced production team that values craftsmanship, consistency, and pride in creating high-quality artisanal products. The organization offers a competitive hourly wage based on experience, along with a shift differential for second shift roles. Eligible employees receive health, dental, and vision benefits, as well as paid time off and holidays to support work-life balance. You will also enjoy employee discounts on bakery products, providing a tangible connection to the items you help produce. The culture emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and continuous attention to quality and food safety, offering a stable environment where you can grow your skills in food production and baking.

Work Environment

This position is based in a fast-paced bakery production facility with a strong focus on food safety, quality, and efficiency. You will work on the second shift, with typical scheduled hours of 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM for Production Technicians and 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM for Packaging Technicians, Monday through Friday. Overtime and Saturday hours may be required depending on business needs. The environment includes regular exposure to flour, heat, ovens, and bakery equipment, and requires frequent standing, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, and performing repetitive motions. You will work around commercial bakery machinery and packaging equipment, following established safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices. All second shift positions receive an additional hourly differential, reflecting the schedule and demands of the role.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Petaluma, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.