Salinas, CA

NOW HIRING for an Accounts Receivable Deductions Coordinator for an award-winning apple juice company in Watsonville!

Pay rate starts: $24.51- $33.17
Schedule: 8a.m. to 5p.m. (flexible) Hybrid & one to two days onsite

We Offer:
• Competitive pay/ Paid weekly
• Access to health benefits and retirement plan
• FREE ONLINE skills training

Accounts Receivable Deductions Coordinator Job Functions:
• Source deduction backup via customer portals, collaboration with sales manager, brokers, and/or other applicable parties.
• Analyze deduction backup to determine the deduction reason and classify the expense by type.
• Evaluate the validity of deductions with regard to whether they were planned or otherwise allowed.
• Process deductions within the deduction management platform in a timely and accurate manner.
• Create and submits disputes for invalid deductions via customer portals, brokers, and/or other applicable parties depending on the customer.
• Escalate unresolved deductions with regional sales managers and/or brokers.
• Analyze deductions while maintaining an active understanding of current deduction activity.
• Prepares and supports the preparation of reports utilized for tracking and reviewing unprocessed deductions, disputes, and ad hoc accounts receivable reporting.
• Support efficient deduction resolutions by professionally dialoging with brokers, sales managers, and other applicable parties.
• Proactively communicate challenges and resolve delays in sourcing data.
• Perform tasks, analysis, special projects, and other duties as directed by the finance management.

We are now hiring for Stand-Up Forklift Operator for a Distribution company in Gilroy, California

Position: Stand-Up Swing Forklift Operator
Pay Rate: $20.16 an hour
Schedule: Sunday 4pm & Monday – Friday 11am start time.

Primary Tasks:
• Review work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations.
• Work from receiving sheets, computer print-out, established procedures and practices.
• Locate and perform count check of incoming freight in the staging area and transport to appropriate area with Forklift / Hi-Lift / Power Jack. Inspect items for damage, perform temperature and quality checks and take appropriate action as needed.
• Locate proper slot on storage racks, set pallets in place with Forklift or hand stack items, enter product data and location into radio frequency (RF) unit or handheld device. Replenish pick slots without going stock items according to next days’ work orders.
• Rotate date-sensitive stock to the front of the rack and / or remove outdated inventory according to company policy. Disperse over-stocked items to available slots for temporary storage.
• Remove empty pallets, cardboard packing, and strapping to the proper area or receptacles. Inspect empty pallets for damage, stack and move pallets with pallet jack or forklift to the proper storage area. Perform general housekeeping duties in work area as needed. Remove batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklist.
• At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements: Bending, Twisting, Standing, Sitting, Lifting.

We are NOW HIRING for a Packer/Sanitation position in San Juan Bautista.

Payrate: $18 an hour
Shift Graveyard- 3am to 11:30am Training hours may vary.

Job Details:
During production:
• Packing and handling of outgoing products.
• Quality control and accurate weighing to ensure shipment of fresh and and inventory control.
• Gaining on the job knowledge of seafood and related products.
• Adjust to changing levels of production.

Post production:
• Sanitation of the facility: removal of ice/ trash, scrubbing down all totes scrub down coolers/floors.
• Identifying any equipment and/or warehouse areas that need sanitation.

NOW HIRING for a Quality Control Laboratory Technician for an innovator in beauty and personal care product development, formulation, and manufacturing in Watsonville.

Start Date: ASAP Monday 12/04/2023
Shifts Available: 8:30pm -4:30AM & 2:30pm -11:00PM
Pay $17.00 -$18.00 an hour depending on shift.

Performance Expectations
• Be responsible for following all Standard Operating Procedures, good manufacturing practices, good documentation practices, and good laboratory practices
• Be responsible for the timely completion of all duties and document all work applicable to Quality Control procedures and projects as defined.
• Be responsible for providing complete, reliable, and prompt information to managers and other team members.
• Be responsible for reporting any injuries, unsafe equipment or safety violations to the supervisor and management.
• Be responsible for organizing the Lab area in an uncluttered, clean way.
• Perform miscellaneous job related duties as assigned and cross train to be able to back up other Lab Technicians

Essential Functions
• Perform and document:
• Laboratory testing
• Line checks
• Microbial testing
• Environmental testing
• Raw Material Inspections
• Organize, maintain, and document:
• Finished product retains
• QC standards
• Work order history records
• Out of Specification Reports
• Nonconformance Reports
• Maintain, calibrate, and verify calibration for laboratory equipment
• Maintain the hygiene and cleanliness of the Micro lab and quality office working areas.
• Prepare batch tickets for production.

We are now hiring for a General Assembly Assistant in Scott Valley. Please see the description below:

Pay rate $20/hr.
Schedule- Morning Shift 30-40 Hours per week, Monday – Friday
Assignment Length: mid-January

Qualifications:
• Must be responsible and reliable.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must be able to carefully follow instructions.
• Detail focused, with a firm understanding and execution of high-level QC standards.

Outline Of Duties:
• Assembly of perfume bottles, including filling, sealing, labeling, and packaging.
• Maintain an organized and clean workspace.
• Keep track of componentry for multiple projects.
• Restocking items for order fulfillment.
• Job duties evolve, therefore a willingness to adapt/compromise role expectations is paramount.

Physical Requirements:
• Safely work around aromatic chemicals and devices.
• Ability to lift to shoulder height and carry up to 40 lbs. with or without assistive devices.
• While unassisted: bend, sit, kneel and squat, balance, twist and turn, reach over one's shoulders, walk and stand continuously for extended periods of time.
• Daily handling of OSHA-regulated aromatic chemicals.
• Must comply with additional CDC, statewide and company guidelines for COVID19.

We are now hiring for an Account Clerk in Salinas CA.

Payrate: $42 an hour

Job Summary: Performs a variety of routine and nonroutine clerical and accounting functions in accordance with standard procedures in one or more of the following areas: general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related financial area. Reconciles bank accounts, posts information, and balances general or subsidiary ledgers, processes payments, and compiles segments of monthly closings, periodic reporting, etc. Contacts other departments and/or outside agencies to resolve problems.

We are now hiring for a Bookkeeper in Salinas, see job details below.

Position: Bookkeeper
Pay: $20-$32 Depending on Experience

Responsibilities
• Fully understand our policies and procedures manual
• Prepare financial statements and payroll reports
• Reconcile accounts with bank statements
• Comply with Federal, state and local statutes and regulations
• Keep client information confidential
• Prepare personal tax returns.
• Prepares corporate, partnership, and S-Corp returns.
• Prepares amended returns, personal tax projections, property tax refunds, employee benefit plan returns, carry back returns, and payroll tax returns.
• Maintain continuing education and CTEC* registration
• Be prepared to research when faced with unfamiliar situations (research irs.gov,ftb.ca.gov, use help features in software, ask fellow staff members or professionals for guidance, etc.)

Now Hiring for an Accounts Receivable Clerk for an innovator in beauty and personal care product development, formulation, and manufacturing in Watsonville.

Pay rate starts: $30.00 / hour (based on experience and skill)
Schedule: 8:00AM – 4:30PM, occasional overtime required

We Offer:
• Competitive pay
• Paid weekly (Direct Deposit or ATM Debit Card available)
• Access to health benefits and retirement plan
• A personal recruiter to help with job searches and assistance when at work!
• FREE ONLINE skills training

Performance Expectations
• Provide timely and accurate invoice processing, posting accounts receivable transactions into the accounting system daily.
• Communicate with customers via telephone and e-mail to address any issues that arise.
• Provide regular status updates on the current position of accounts receivable identifying any receivables that are delinquent and forecasting projected cash receipts for coming weeks.
• Initiate discussions with customers as necessary due to delinquent amounts.
• Develop and maintain reports and files on the accounts receivable status and processing both in Excel and in the accounting system.
• Other duties that may be assigned.

Essential Functions
• Daily prepare invoices for all shipments from the plant that day.
• Record all cash receipts, whether by ACH, wire, check or cash on the day of the receipt.
• Review outstanding invoices and communicate with customers to make sure that accounts are paid timely and address any that may become delinquent.
• Regularly report the current status of accounts receivable bringing any issues to the attention of the corporate controller.

We are now hiring Quality Assurance Inspector for an award-winning apple juice company! Please see the description below:

Pay Rate: $19.50 - $20.50 Depending on experience
Shift Time: Swing Shift

Benefits:
• Free Online Education
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Responsibilities:
• Tests, inspects, and compiles necessary quality test data at all stages of production and warehousing for all facilities to include incoming fruit, apple juice blend, ingredients, packaging components, filling, labeling, and finished goods assembly
• Conducts and logs daily, hourly or more frequent quality checks including brix, pH, NTU, cap torque, SST pressure, fill levels, labeling, date coding, vacuum, case integrity, and temperature checks
• Checks and documents pasteurization temperature charts. Checks proper function of specific quality related line equipment such as dud detectors, fill level detectors, cap detectors, reject systems, vision systems, and air blow off nozzles
• Receives inbound juice tankers, checks for proper documentation, obtains and tests tanker juice samples
• Monitors and insures timely completion of electronic compliance data in Redzone and SAP QA systems
• Conducts and/or oversees component, raw material and finished good inspections as directed by the QA staff
• Monitors adherence to all food safety-related government regulations, including GMP and HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points)
• Maintains all laboratory equipment and supplies in good, clean working condition

NOW HIRING for Maintenance Mechanic in Santa Cruz CA for a vitamin and supplement company, see job details below.

Shift: All shifts Flexible schedules available to work weekends.
Payrate: $21-$23

Job Summary
The Maintenance Mechanic I ensures manufacturing equipment is operating efficiently for maximum production capability.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Provide maintenance support to Production department along with other departments, as needed.
• Support packaging line changeovers.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment and other equipment in the facility.
• Troubleshoot all manufacturing equipment and related issues and follow up as needed.
• Support the installation and startup of new machinery and equipment.
• Maintain a daily record of time and parts involved with assignments.
• Collaborate with other mechanics, electricians, production workers and other staff to promptly resolve maintenance issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Utilize the CMMS and Microsoft applications for documentation of work.

NOW HIRING for Production Technician in Santa Cruz CA for a vitamin and supplement company, see job details below.

Shift: Day 6AM – 2:30 PM must have open availability Mon-Sun
Payrate: $18.50

Job Summary
The Production Technician supports the production of high volumes of product items in different packaging styles. This position requires inspection skills with attention to detail while scanning, weighing, measuring, and inputting data. The Production Technician ensures that all work is completed safely, efficiently, to specification, and to the highest quality levels.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Verify product, packaging materials and labels meet all documented specifications.
• Verify adequate sanitation and line clearances are obtained between product runs.
• Verify weights and date code printing are within specifications.
• Scan products using QR codes.
• Check product for defect levels and document results.
• Perform scale and weight suitability checks, along with other product measurements, as outlined in approved (SOPs) and work instructions (WIs).
• Document all work in accordance with government regulations and company procedures.
• Produce and/or pack product to specification.
• Understand and follow recipes and written instructions.
• Operate equipment safely and efficiently as needed for each job.
• Work in a team environment and perform under GMP, Safety and Company guidelines.
• Identify potential defects in products and bringing attention to the issue.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), company and other regulatory requirements.
• Perform other related tasks and duties as assigned.

NOW HIRING for a Microbiology Laboratory Technician in Salinas CA. See job description below.

Payrate: $16.00-$18.00
Shift: Must have a flexible schedule, shift needed is Nights, Tuesday – Saturday.

Benefits:
• Free Online Education
• $200 Referral Bonus Available
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Requirements:
• Laboratory skills, aseptic techniques, a plus
• Strong Math skills a plus
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Open Availability; including Nights & Weekends
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• Ability to multitask
• Excellent work ethic, self-motivated
• Detail oriented/Focused
• Excellent organizational skills
• Quick to learn
• Ability to lift 35 lbs.

NOW HIRING for Service Parts Technician in Santa Cruz CA for a vitamin and supplement company, see job details below.

Shift: Morning Shift 7AM-3:30PM
Pay $20-$25 depending on experience.

Job Summary
The Lubrication Technician I maintain the lubrication of all facilities-related equipment, machinery and systems. Performs scheduled preventative lubrication maintenance, work orders, performs rebuilds and related repairs of lubrication equipment throughout the facility. The Lubrication Technician I maintain daily records of time and parts involved with assignments and assists other maintenance personnel with repairs, projects, and work orders whenever necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Provide lubrication maintenance support throughout the facility.
• Perform scheduled preventative lubrication maintenance on all equipment.
• Troubleshoot inadequate lubrication of all equipment, machinery, systems and related issues and follow up as needed.
• Works with production supervisors and maintenance planner to schedule lubrication of all machinery.
• Support the installation and startup of new machinery and equipment.
• Maintain a daily record of time and parts involved with assignments.
• Maintains accurate inventory and minimum on hand quantities of all lubricants.
• Collaborate with mechanics, electricians, production workers and other staff to promptly resolve lubrication issues.

We are NOW HIRING for a Part-Time Membership & Troop Recruitment Specialist in Castroville.

Hourly Rate: $21.00 per hour

Schedule: 9 AM - 5 PM (Not a fixed schedule) Must be open to working weekends and holidays.

Job Summary:
The Membership & Troop Recruitment Specialist is responsible for developing and executing effective recruiting strategies to increase awareness and participation through a variety of in-person and/or meetings, presentations, and networking opportunities with community organizations, corporations, schools, educators, faith-based intuitions, and other community constituents. Successfully converts leads of interested individuals into registered girl and adult members and then seeks to place them within Troops or to create new Troops. She/he is responsible for securing girl and adult volunteer participation and community partnerships through community cultivation, lead generation, and follow-up. She/he works cross-functionally to meet membership retention goals as well.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience such as membership development, recruitment and/or retention of girls and adult members.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred.
• Understands the sales process and management of leads.
• Strong computer and data entry skills – Microsoft Office proficient

We have a direct hire opening for an Electrical Maintenance Technician in Watsonville at a beverage company that specializes in apple juice and sparkling cider. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts are available! 

In this role, troubleshoot all production equipment and automation/controls, such as conduit, wiring, circuits, control panels, process controls, PLCs, relays, and lighting.

Direct Hire Opportunity - Be on our client's payroll from Day 1!

Pay and Shift:

Pay: $28-$39/hour

• 1st shift: 8 am-4 pm; Mon-Fri with some weekends when requested 
• 2nd shift: 12 pm-8 pm; Mon-Fri with some weekends when requested 
• 3rd shift: 4 pm-12 am; Mon-Fri with some weekends when requested 

Job Duties of the Electrical Maintenance Technician:

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair all electrical equipment, including conduit, wiring, circuits, control panels, process controls, relays, and electrical lighting
• Identify and resolve various issues with the production equipment
• Wire-up and reverse 240/480 volt 3 phase motors and 110-volt circuits
• Create electrical schematics, drawings, and update equipment manuals
• Troubleshoot PLC programs using your programming skills
• Have working knowledge of both PC and Mac computers to edit PLC programs, utilize spreadsheet software such as Excel, Microsoft Word, and CAD software
• Keep accurate records of repairs, parts used, and job completion time
• Be familiar with tools associated with the electrical maintenance trade for repairs and equipment testing
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks as needed

We have a direct hire opening for a Maintenance Mechanic in Watsonville at a beverage company that specializes in apple juice and sparkling cider. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts are available!

In this role, troubleshoot a variety of production equipment, replace parts that are broken or worn out, and use tools associated with the maintenance trade.  

Direct Hire Opportunity - Be on our client's payroll from Day 1!

Pay and Shift:

Pay: $25-$35/hour

• 1st shift: 8 am-4 pm; Mon-Fri with some weekends when requested 
• 2nd shift: 12 pm-8 pm; Mon-Fri with some weekends when requested 
• 3rd shift: 4 pm-12 am; Mon-Fri with some weekends when requested 

Job Duties of the Maintenance Mechanic:

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair all mechanical problems in the plant
• Identify and resolve various issues with the production equipment
• Welding and fabrication for making parts and attaching them to equipment for repairs
• Be familiar with oxyacetylene torches, plasma cutters, lathes, drill presses, cut-off saws, and plumbing tools
• Keep accurate records of repairs, parts used, and job completion time
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks as needed

We have a direct hire opening for a QA Supervisor in Salinas at a company specializing in organic leafy greens such as spinach, kale and a variety of salad blends. This is a 2nd shift opening! 

In this role, prevent food safety hazards by managing the HACCP program, oversee quality control processes, and guide QA Technicians in their daily tasks.

Direct Hire Opportunity - Be on our client's payroll from Day 1!

Salary and Shift Information:

• Salary: $68k-$70k/annually
• 2nd shift: 4:30 pm – 2:30 am; Mon-Sat with Sundays off and one more day off during the week

Job Duties of the QA Supervisor:

• Oversee the company’s HACCP program and regularly review to ensure the HACCP plans are up-to-date
• Monitor critical control points in the production process to prevent potential food safety hazards
• Manage QA and Sanitation staff, create work schedules, manage overtime, time off requests, etc. 
• Calibrate equipment correctly for accurate measurement and quality control
• Supervise the work of QA Technicians who are documenting observations and inspection findings
• Manage the collection and analysis of shelf-life samples and other product tests
• Train employees on food safety, quality assurance, and HACCP principles
• Lead investigations into quality incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Prepare for and respond to external audits from regulatory bodies
• Work closely with managers in other departments to ensure quality standards are integrated into all aspects of production
• Maintain accurate records of quality checks, audits, and corrective actions
• Report on quality metrics and trends to sr. management
• Assist in plant trials and new product launches to ensure quality standards are met
• Utilize SOP’s to ensures that the plant operates in accordance with good manufacturing practices and in compliance with federal and state regulatory policies

We have a direct hire opening for a 2nd Shift QA Supervisor in Salinas at a company specializing in organic leafy greens such as spinach, kale and a variety of salad blends. This is a 2nd shift opening! 

In this role, prevent food safety hazards by managing the HACCP program, oversee quality control processes, and guide QA Technicians in their daily tasks.

Direct Hire Opportunity - Be on our client's payroll from Day 1!

Salary and Shift Information:

• Salary: $68k-$70k/annually
• 2nd shift: 4:30 pm – 2:30 am; Mon-Sat with Sundays off and one more day off during the week

Job Duties of the 2nd Shift QA Supervisor:

• Oversee the company’s HACCP program and regularly review to ensure the HACCP plans are up-to-date
• Monitor critical control points in the production process to prevent potential food safety hazards
• Manage QA and Sanitation staff, create work schedules, manage overtime, time off requests, etc. 
• Calibrate equipment correctly for accurate measurement and quality control
• Supervise the work of QA Technicians who are documenting observations and inspection findings
• Manage the collection and analysis of shelf-life samples and other product tests
• Train employees on food safety, quality assurance, and HACCP principles
• Lead investigations into quality incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions
• Prepare for and respond to external audits from regulatory bodies
• Work closely with managers in other departments to ensure quality standards are integrated into all aspects of production
• Maintain accurate records of quality checks, audits, and corrective actions
• Report on quality metrics and trends to sr. management
• Assist in plant trials and new product launches to ensure quality standards are met
• Utilize SOP’s to ensures that the plant operates in accordance with good manufacturing practices and in compliance with federal and state regulatory policies