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Food Packing Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Packaging stations are noisy (hearing protection is required) and conditions are associated with a food packing environment. Packaging Laborer is exposed to refined sugar and sugar dust, cleaning ...

Packaging stations are noisy (hearing protection is required) and conditions are associated with a food packing environment. Packaging Laborer is exposed to refined sugar and sugar dust, cleaning ...

Packaging stations are noisy (hearing protection is required) and conditions are associated with a food packing environment. Packaging Laborer is exposed to refined sugar and sugar dust, cleaning ...

Laborer - Packaging

Crockett, CA ยท On-site

$25.81/hr

Packaging stations are noisy (hearing protection is required) and conditions are associated with a food packing environment. Packaging Laborer is exposed to refined sugar and sugar dust, cleaning ...

Packaging stations are noisy (hearing protection is required) and conditions are associated with a food packing environment. Packaging Laborer is exposed to refined sugar and sugar dust, cleaning ...

Laborer - Packaging

Crockett, CA ยท On-site

$25.81/hr

Packaging stations are noisy (hearing protection is required) and conditions are associated with a food packing environment. Packaging Laborer is exposed to refined sugar and sugar dust, cleaning ...

Laborer - Packaging

Crockett, CA ยท On-site

$25.81/hr

Packaging stations are noisy (hearing protection is required) and conditions are associated with a food packing environment. Packaging Laborer is exposed to refined sugar and sugar dust, cleaning ...

Packaging stations are noisy (hearing protection is required) and conditions are associated with a food packing environment. Packaging Laborer is exposed to refined sugar and sugar dust, cleaning ...

Packaging stations are noisy (hearing protection is required) and conditions are associated with a food packing environment. Packaging Laborer is exposed to refined sugar and sugar dust, cleaning ...

Packaging stations are noisy (hearing protection is required) and conditions are associated with a food packing environment. Packaging Laborer is exposed to refined sugar and sugar dust, cleaning ...

Packing Associate

Vernon, CA ยท On-site

$16.90/hr

A custom manufacturer of high-quality frozen food products. OVERHILL FARMS INC. CLASSIFICATION: Packing Associate EFFECTIVE DATE : 10/10/23 REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor DEPARTMENT: Production ...

Packing Associate

Vernon, CA ยท On-site

$16.90/hr

A custom manufacturer of high-quality frozen food products. OVERHILL FARMS INC. CLASSIFICATION: Packing Associate EFFECTIVE DATE : 10/10/23 REPORTS TO: Production Supervisor DEPARTMENT: Production ...

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How much do food packing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for food packing in California is $14.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.27 and $16.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a food packing job?

A Food Packing job involves preparing, packaging, and labeling food products for distribution or sale. Workers ensure that food is correctly portioned, sealed, and stored following hygiene and safety regulations. Duties may include inspecting products for quality, operating packaging machinery, and maintaining cleanliness in the work area. This role is essential in food manufacturing, grocery distribution, and meal-kit services.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in food packing?

A typical day in Food Packing involves preparing packaging materials, sorting and inspecting food products for quality, and accurately packing them for distribution. You may operate or monitor packing machinery, label packages, and ensure each item meets food safety and quality guidelines. The role often requires standing for extended periods and working as part of a team to meet production quotas. Collaboration with supervisors and quality control staff is common to resolve issues quickly and keep operations running smoothly. Over time, there may be opportunities to move into supervisory or quality assurance roles as you gain experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in food packing, and why are they important?

To thrive in Food Packing, you need attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a strong understanding of hygiene and safety standards, usually supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with packing equipment, conveyor belt systems, and knowledge of food safety certifications like HACCP is often beneficial. Reliability, teamwork, and the ability to work efficiently under time constraints are valuable soft skills in this field. These qualities help maintain quality and safety standards while ensuring that targets are met in fast-paced production environments.

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Infographic showing various Food Packing job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 6% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 6% Nights. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,178 per year, or $15 per hour.

Laborer - Packaging

Florida Crystals / ASR Group

Crockett, CA โ€ข On-site

$25.81/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago


Job description

The ASR Groupยฎ family of companies make up the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Groupยฎ companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Groupยฎ companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Groupยฎ portfolio includes the leading brands Dominoยฎ, C&Hยฎ, Florida Crystalsยฎ, Redpathยฎ, Tate & Lyleยฎ, Lyle'sยฎ, Sidulยฎ and Whitworthsยฎ. ASR Groupยฎ companies also produce and market Tellusยฎ, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.
OVERVIEW
The Packaging Laborer may be assigned to a variety of packaging, cleaning or reprocessing positions. The Packaging Laborer may be assigned to any station or location in the Packaging Department. This is an entry level position requiring continuous heavy labor activities. Assignments may include repetitive hand, arm, and body movements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Performs necessary function required to package, seal and convey sugar packages and various packing station producing product in weights from 1 to 2000 pounds.
  • Station tasks could include check weighing, cutting-in of damage packages, station cleaning, sorting and stacking of station materials and packaging containers, lifting packaged materials weighing 24 to 50 pounds for hand palletizing and check weighing and other tasks as assigned.
  • Operates industrial hand trucks to transport palletized materials.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Requires flexibility to work various shifts, including Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and overtime, as needed. Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs.
  • Requires standing and walking 6-8+ hours per day, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, ability to grasp, push, and pull.
  • Position is required to wear PPE, including safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, hearing protection and hard hat.
  • Packaging stations are noisy (hearing protection is required) and conditions are associated with a food packing environment. Packaging Laborer is exposed to refined sugar and sugar dust, cleaning soaps, lubricants and work around moving equipment.

PAY RATE
  • Hourly Rate: $25.81

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.