Packaging Associate (Fullerton, CA)

Avocado Green Mattress; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (HMO, PPO, HSA)

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO

Volunteer days

Employee product purchase program

Annual Bonus Plan

Training and Tools

Wellness apps

Referral Bonus

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Avocado Green Brands is seeking a Packaging Associate in Fullerton to join the Packaging Team. You will prep, wrap, compress, and package finished mattresses for safe storage and shipment, using roll-pack and heat-sealing equipment.

The role requires physical strength and meticulous attention to detail, with hands-on work in a busy production setting. You’ll contribute to efficient, compliant operations, with on-site work at our Fullerton locations.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively within the team and to external partners.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Wrap finished mattresses in protective film or fabric.
• Apply guards, edge protectors, and padding to prevent damage.
• Operate packaging equipment to compress and ship mattresses.
• Label and document SKU, batch, and production date.
• Maintain a clean, safe packaging area per GMP/OSHA standards.

Skills

Communication

Attendance

Tools

Roll-pack machines

Heat sealers

Shrink wrap machines

Banding/strapping

Conveyor systems

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, or Remote.

Note on Pay Transparency: The pay range for this role is $17.00 - $19.63 Hourly.

WHAT YOU’LL BE WORKING ON

• 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

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

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.

Avocado Green Brands is a mission-driven lifestyle and eco-luxury brand, fueled by green living, sustainability, radical honesty, authenticity, storytelling, social responsibility, and remarkable customer experiences. We make mattresses, bedding products, apparel and beauty products in California using the finest natural and organic materials. The mission of Avocado is to be the world's most sustainable brand - the pinnacle of certified organic mattresses, luxury bedding, and quality wood furniture. As a mission driven company, Avocado asks all employees to uphold its high standards of environmental and social responsibility and support initiatives and strategies that help Avocado continue to raise the bar for what it means to be a sustainable company.