Associate, Production 1PM - 9:30PM

Thistle; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Thistle in Vacaville, CA is seeking an Associate, Production to help plate, pack, and prepare ready-to-eat meals for delivery. You’ll contribute to consistent quality, precise packaging, and timely fulfillment in a fast-paced facility that values accuracy and efficiency.

You’ll work closely with the production team to maintain Thistle’s high standards, perform quality checks, and collaborate to streamline processes while supporting a positive, safety‑conscious work environment.

Responsibilities

• Plating: Carefully plate a variety of Thistle's ready-to-eat meals, ensuring each dish meets presentation standards and quality benchmarks.
• Accurate Packing: Pack meals and products into customer bags or boxes with precision, guaranteeing correct inclusion and protection for delivery.
• Quality Control: Perform thorough quality checks on all meals and products to meet Thistle's standards before leaving the facility.
• Efficiency: Work swiftly to meet production schedules and ensure timely preparation and packaging of orders.
• Collaboration: Work with the production team to streamline processes and maintain an efficient workflow.

Job description

TITLE: Associate, Production DEPARTMENT: Production REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Production

WHO WE ARE:

Thistle makes it easy to eat well – without overthinking it. Thistle was founded in 2013 with a mission to help people get and stay healthy while improving the sustainability of our food system. Thistle delivers fully prepared, healthy-by-default meals, snacks, desserts, and organic cold-pressed juices. We believe the health of people starts with eating real, whole foods, in the right balance, without the friction. We’re building a future where nutritious, sustainable food is accessible, craveable, and part of everyday life.

About The Role

As a Production Associate at Thistle, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our ready-to-eat meals and products are meticulously plated, packed, and prepared for delivery to our valued customers. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, efficiency, and a commitment to maintaining Thistle's high standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Plating Excellence: Carefully plate a variety of Thistle's ready-to-eat meals, ensuring each dish meets our presentation standards and quality benchmarks.
• Accurate Packing: Pack meals and products into customer bags or boxes with precision, guaranteeing that all items are correctly included and protected for delivery.
• Quality Control: Perform thorough quality checks on all meals and products to ensure they meet Thistle’s rigorous standards before they leave the facility.
• Efficiency: Work swiftly and effectively to meet production schedules, ensuring timely preparation and packaging of all customer orders.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the production team to streamline processes and maintain a cohesive, efficient workflow.