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ALAMEDA BAKING COMPANY

Alameda, CA Job Details Full-time $18 - $24 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Paid training Commuter assistance Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Paid sick time Qualifications Sweeping Food quality maintenance Kitchen health and safety standards Food production Spanish Maintaining an organized workspace Food service health code compliance Removing debris Manufacturing facilities cleaning Food processing plant experience Food service workstation cleanliness Packing Food service cleaning Labeling Mops Order preparation English GMP Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Manual packaging High school diploma or GED Manufacturing facility experience HACCP Bag packaging Warehouse experience Safety equipment Packaging (food) Quality control communication Manufacturing Picking & packing Full Job Description Packer | Full-Time |

Alameda, CA Pay:

$18.00 - $24.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience (non-exempt, overtime eligible) About Firebrand At Firebrand Artisan Breads, we're united by purpose, driven by service, and dedicated to craft. From our fast-growing wholesale bakery to our vibrant café, we create world-class breads and pastries while building real opportunities for people from all walks of life. Join a team where your work matters. About the Role Packers make sure our breads and pastries reach customers in excellent condition. You'll package baked goods accurately and efficiently for wholesale, retail, and special orders in a fast-paced bakery production facility, while keeping product quality, labeling, and food safety standards high. This role reports to the Packing Lead. What You'll Do Pack baked goods into bags, boxes, or trays based on packing lists and order sheets Confirm that product, quantity, and labeling match each customer's order Handle all items with care to prevent breakage or damage Communicate with the baking and logistics teams about shortages, substitutions, or quality issues Pre-label packaging, prepare order stickers, and stage delivery carts Track and report waste Keep your work area clean and organized, and follow food safety standards (GMP, HACCP/SQF) and PPE requirements Complete end-of-shift cleaning and sanitation (sweeping, mopping, trash removal) Follow timekeeping procedures, including accurate clock-in/clock-out and meal and rest breaks Schedule Full-time. Shift start times vary based on business needs; weekend and holiday availability may be required. What We Offer Employer-sponsored medical coverage through Kaiser Permanente for eligible employees 401(k) retirement plan, per plan eligibility Paid time off accruing up to 120 hours per year, plus California paid sick leave Commuter benefits program Free coffee or espresso drink every shift, and 25% off café food and bakery items Paid training, including food safety certification Real paths to Lead and Manager roles; many of our leads were promoted from within Alameda Baking Co. DBA Firebrand Artisan Breads is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants and employees with disabilities; to request one, contact People & Culture. Minimum Qualifications Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Strong attention to detail and a sense of urgency Ability to work independently and as part of a team Must be available to work weekends and holidays Preferred (not required) High school diploma or GED Previous experience in food manufacturing, warehouse, or foodservice packing Bilingual Spanish/English Physical Demands and Work Environment With or without reasonable accommodation, must be able to: Stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours) Bend, twist, lift, and reach frequently Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally Work in a bakery production facility with varying temperature zones (coolers, ovens)