Packing Shipping Operator Day Shift

ADAMS VEGETABLE OILS INC • Arbuckle, CA

3d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Packing Big Filler Operator is a member of the Packing Team reporting directly to the Packing Supervisor. The Packing Big Filler Operator is accountable and responsible for the set-up, operation and cleanliness of the tote and drum filler, to meet established quality and customer specifications.

Adams Group is a fifth-generation, family-owned specialty food company built on over 110 years of a simple but powerful belief: good food starts with good people. Founded on the principle of doing the right thing, we've grown to become the most trusted provider of high-quality specialty grains, oils, and seeds—delivering quality ingredients from seed to shelf. Rooted in trusted farmer partnerships and vertically integrated operations, we combine agricultural expertise with intentional innovation to deliver specialty at scale. Our commitment to quality, sustainability, and integrity isn't just what we do—it's who we are.

While we stay true to our values, our success across five generations comes from our entrepreneurial spirit and ability to adapt to the needs of a changing food landscape. Embodying the spirit of California, we push boundaries, pioneer new standards, and create better-for-all alternatives that nourish people from infancy to adulthood.

At Adams Group, we offer more than careers; we offer the opportunity to be part of something meaningful. Whether you're producing high-quality ingredients, supporting sustainable practices, or building trusted relationships across our global network, your work helps nourish lives and communities across generations. We care deeply for our people, build strong relationships with our partners, deliver consistently for our customers, and enrich the communities we serve. Together, we're elevating industry standards and making a lasting impact on the world.

Come be part of a legacy where good starts with you. At Adams Group, you don't just have a career—you have a legacy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in warehouse, shipping and receiving, manufacturing, or material handling operations.
• Intermediate proficiency with general computer applications.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of shipping and receiving documentation and inventory control processes.
• Understanding of lot control, product traceability, and customer shipping requirements.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and food safety requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Forklift certification required or the ability to obtain certification upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with intermodal and export container loading.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), inventory systems, or ERP software.
• Experience in food manufacturing, distribution, or commodity handling.
• Experience with load securement, dunnage application, and shipping compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain warehouse space in an organized and efficient manner to support shipping and receiving operations.
• Receive and unload incoming materials from suppliers, complete required receiving documentation, and accurately store materials in designated locations.
• Maintain positive control of all shipping and receiving documentation to ensure inventory accuracy and traceability.
• Coordinate outbound shipments by identifying orders based on scheduled appointment times and communicating any required changes.
• Verify lot numbers and ensure accurate product selection for outbound shipments.
• Load trucks according to product specifications, quantities, and customer requirements.
• Follow Packing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure safe and accurate shipping practices.
• Apply trailer and container seals and accurately document seal numbers on load documentation.
• Load intermodal and export shipping containers using proper loading techniques.
• Apply appropriate dunnage and load securement methods to protect products during transportation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while adhering to food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Properly use and maintain required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report all accidents, incidents, and near misses to the Superintendent of Operations and Plant Manager.
• Participate in internal and external audits and maintain audit-ready work areas.
• Follow all company safety policies, attend required safety meetings and tailgate discussions, and perform all assigned work safely.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• As an Adams Group employee, you will be trained on our food safety policies and will be held accountable to adhering to them.
• You will be encouraged and required to notify supervision about actual or potential food safety issues.
• Everyone at Adams is involved in delivering safe food - within your scope of work you will be empowered to act to resolve food safety issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED