Packaging Associate (Fullerton, CA) Avocado Green Brands - 2.4 Fullerton, CA Job Details Full-time $17.00 - $19.63 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health savings account Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Lifting equipment Foam materials Maintaining an organized workspace Conveyor systems Packing Labeling Cartons GMP Forklift Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence Manual packaging Proper waste disposal Conveyor belts Shrink wrap machines Bag packaging Straps Safety equipment Packaging assembly Manufacturing Clean workspace maintenance Pallet jack Company guidelines standards in production Machine minor repairs Material handling equipment operation Single-use wrapping method Material handling safety practices Entry level Automated packaging Full Job Description

THE ROLE

Avocado is currently looking for a Packaging Associate to be part of the Packaging Team . You will be reporting to the Production Assistant Manager . A Packaging Associate in Mattress Manufacturing is responsible for preparing, wrapping, compressing, and packaging finished mattresses for safe storage and shipment. Given the bulky and heavy nature of mattresses, this role requires physical strength, attention to detail, and familiarity with specialized packaging equipment. Note on

Location :

Here at Avocado Green Brands, we treasure teamwork and working together in person. Depending on the role, you will be working on-site at one of our Fullerton locations / Retail location / Remote. Note on

Pay Transparency:

. The pay range for this role is $17.00 - $19.63 Hourly.

WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING ON

Mattress Packaging & Wrapping Wrap finished mattresses in

• plastic poly film or non-woven fabric
• for protection Apply
• corner guards, edge protectors, and foam padding
• to prevent damage during transit - Roll or fold mattresses using
• compression/roll-pack machines
• (for bed-in-a-box products) Vacuum-seal and compress mattresses to reduce volume for shipping Insert compressed mattresses into
• cardboard tubes or boxes
• Package flat-packed or standard mattresses with appropriate covers and bags Labeling & Tagging Attach
• law tags
• (regulatory requirement on all mattresses) Apply
• barcodes, model labels, firmness/size tags
• , and brand labels Ensure correct SKU, batch number, and production date are recorded Label boxes with destination, weight, and handling instructions Equipment Operation - Operate
• roll-pack/compression machines
• for bed-in-a-box packaging Use
• heat sealers and shrink wrap machines
• Operate
• banding/strapping machines
• to secure packaged mattresses Use
• conveyor systems, pallet jacks, and forklifts
• (if certified) Perform basic
• equipment checks and minor adjustments
• Housekeeping & Safety Maintain a
• clean and organized
• packaging area Dispose of plastic waste, cardboard scraps, and off-cuts properly Follow
• GMP, OSHA, and company safety standards
• Wear required

PPE:

• gloves, steel-toe boots, back support belt
• Practice safe
• manual handling and lifting techniques

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WHAT YOU BRING

Ability to effectively communicate internally and externally. Regular and predictable attendance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to

• lift and maneuver mattresses
• (50-100+ lbs) with team assistance Standing, bending, and reaching for
• 8-12 hour shifts
• Working in a
• fast-paced production environment
• Tolerating
• noise from machinery
• and warm temperatures on the floor

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

Medical (HMO, PPO, HSA), Dental, Vision 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance 401(k) with employer match PTO Volunteer days Employee product purchase program Annual Bonus Plan Training and Tools to be successful along with a strong partnership from your peers and leaders Access to wellness apps Referral Bonus Career growth opportunities Thank you very much for your interest in working for Avocado Green Brands. We appreciate your time and review each and every resume that is submitted. You will receive an email within 24 hours that confirms your application has been accepted by our applicant tracking system. If you are selected to participate in the interview process, you will receive an email within two weeks from our Talent Acquisition department. Avocado Green Brands is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.