Warehouse Production Associate

Pastrystar; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

PastryStar is seeking a Warehouse Production Associate to support daily operations in our Laurel, MD warehouse. You will help prepare, package, label, and inspect finished goods while ensuring strict adherence to quality standards.

Responsibilities include inventory control, material handling, and collaboration with production and shipping teams to meet deadlines. Prior experience in food manufacturing is a plus; COVID-focused safety practices are welcome.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or assembly line environment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Familiarity with warehouse operations and logistics.
• Certification in forklift operation is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented setting.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, packaging, and labeling of finished goods to ensure PastryStar’s quality standards.
• Help with the organization and storage of raw ingredients and finished products in designated warehouse areas; track stock levels and report shortages.
• Safely handle and transport raw materials, supplies, and finished products within the warehouse using forklifts, pallet jacks, or manually.
• Inspect goods during production to ensure compliance with company standards including packaging, labeling, and expiration dates.
• Operate warehouse machinery such as conveyors, forklifts, and pallet jacks to move goods and maintain equipment.
• Ensure warehouse cleanliness and food safety; manage waste disposal and sanitizing surfaces.
• Collaborate with production, inventory, and shipping teams to meet deadlines and schedules.
• Adhere to safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
• Record product movements and monitor inventory; complete necessary paperwork.
• Experience in warehouse, production, or food manufacturing is preferred but not required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Lifting ability 60 lbs

Basic math

Food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operator certification

Job description

Overview

As a Warehouse Production associate at PastryStar, you will play a crucial role in the production and distribution of our high-quality baked goods. You will be responsible for assisting in the daily operations of our warehouse, ensuring product quality, packaging, inventory control, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency of our food manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Production Support: Assist in the preparation, packaging, and labeling of finished goods to ensure they meet PastryStar’s quality standards.
• Inventory Management: Help with the organization and storage of raw ingredients and finished products in designated warehouse areas. Assist in inventory control, tracking stock levels, and reporting shortages.
• Material Handling: Safely handle and transport raw materials, supplies, and finished products within the warehouse using forklifts, pallet jacks, or manually when necessary.
• Quality Control: Inspect goods during production to ensure compliance with company standards, including checking for proper packaging, labeling, and expiration dates.
• Equipment Operation: Operate warehouse machinery such as conveyors, forklifts, and pallet jacks to move goods. Maintain equipment according to company protocols.
• Sanitation: Ensure that the warehouse is clean and meets health and safety regulations. This includes proper waste disposal, regular cleaning of work areas, and sanitizing surfaces to meet food safety standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with production, inventory, and shipping teams to ensure a smooth workflow, meeting deadlines and production schedules.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and regulations, ensuring a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.
• Documentation: Record product movements and monitor inventory for accuracy, completing necessary paperwork as needed.
• Experience: Previous warehouse, production, or food manufacturing experience preferred, but not required.

Skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of warehouse operations and equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks).
• Attention to detail and ability to inspect products for quality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items (up to 60 lbs).
• Basic math skills for inventory tracking.
• Food Safety Knowledge: Basic understanding of food safety standards (or willingness to learn).
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, bend, lift, and move for extended periods.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures depending on the season.

Occasional overtime may be required during peak production periods.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or assembly line environment
• Strong mechanical knowledge and ability to operate hand and power tools
• Familiarity with warehouse operations and logistics
• Certification in forklift operation is a plus
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented setting
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and efficiency

Job Type: Full-time

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime

Supplemental Pay

• Overtime pay

Application Question(s)

• Are you Capable of lifting and transporting items weighing 60 pounds or more.

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Ability to Commute

• Laurel, MD 20723 (Required)

Ability to Relocate

• Laurel, MD 20723: Relocate before starting work (Required)

PastryStar is more than a food manufacturer—it’s a team driven by passion, craftsmanship, and innovation. Founded by a French pastry chef and rooted in over 35 years of expertise, we create high-quality, clean-label ingredients that help professionals bring exceptional desserts to life. At PastryStar, we don’t just make products—we solve problems, elevate standards, and build something meaningful together.