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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for fresh pack in California is $15.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.23 and $17.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Fresh Pack job typically involves sorting, inspecting, and packaging fresh produce or food products to ensure quality and freshness. Workers in this role may wash, trim, and pack items according to company and safety standards. It often requires standing for long periods and working in a fast-paced environment. This job is common in food production facilities, farms, and processing plants.

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As a Fresh Pack employee, your day-to-day duties often involve inspecting, sorting, and packaging fresh produce or perishable goods according to company standards. You may also participate in quality checks, label and seal containers, and ensure that products meet food safety requirements. The role typically requires working on your feet for extended periods and collaborating closely with other team members to meet packing quotas. Fast-paced and detail-oriented, this environment provides a great opportunity to develop skills that are valuable for advancement in warehousing, logistics, or food production roles.

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To thrive as a Fresh Pack, you need excellent attention to detail, physical stamina, and a basic understanding of safe food handling practices, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse management systems, conveyor belts, and labeling equipment is typically advantageous. Strong teamwork, reliability, and time management are important soft skills for excelling in this position. These skills help ensure products are packed accurately, efficiently, and safely for distribution, maintaining quality and meeting production targets.

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Infographic showing various Fresh Pack job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, and 40% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,068 per year, or $15.9 per hour.

Clean Up Labor-Seasonal

The Neil Jones Food Company

Hollister, CA • On-site

$22.12/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

The Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation’s discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA.

We are looking for a seasonal Clean Up Worker to maintain sanitary working conditions throughout the processing plant. This role may be assigned to complete other duties as assigned by the sanitation supervisor. Ensures that Good Manufacturing Practices Policies, (GMP’s), Safety and Health Hazard Analysis, and Critical Control (HACCP) procedures are being always followed. This is a seasonal position supporting our fresh pack season, typically June – October, at our San Benito Foods plant in Hollister, CA.

For additional information, please see our “About Us” video, Our Story - Neil Jones Food Company

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain a sanitary work environment.
  • Use sanitation chemicals in assigned areas.
  • Use high-pressure water wands, squeegees, and scrub brushes.
  • Communicates with others effectively in writing and orally.
  • Able to lift up to 25 pounds, maintain sanitary working conditions at assigned area.

Requirements:

  • GED or high school diploma preferred, not required; or at least one-year relevant experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • At least 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to read and write in English; bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
  • Basic math skills and accurate counting required.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, work extended hours, weekends, and any shift assigned during the fresh pack season, typically July to early October.

Benefits:

  • Eligible for paid sick leave

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

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We are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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