Top 178 Entry level manufacturing Jobs in Oakland Ca

Maintenance Technician- Food Manufacturing
SANTINI FOODS INC —San Lorenzo, CA
- $20 - $35 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Programmable logic controllers
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Warehouse Assembler Associate (4/10 schedule)
TCWGlobal —Hercules, CA
- $22 an hour
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Quality Assurance Technician
SANTINI FOODS INC —San Lorenzo, CA
- $18 - $22 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Word
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Bindery Operator | Fast Paced Print Environment
Greenerprinter —Richmond, CA
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
- Restaurant experience
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Manufacturing Production Operator
Morgan Advanced Materials —Hayward, CA
- $21 - $29 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Production Assembler
RACO Manufacturing & Engineering Co. —Berkeley, CA
- $28 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- No experience needed
- Entry level
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Manufacturing Assembler
Zenbooth, Inc. —Berkeley, CA
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Temporary
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Windows
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Robotics Operator
Verne Robotics —San Francisco, CA
- $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Shop Helper
Precision Sheet Metal Fabricator —Hayward, CA
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Basic math
- Forklift
- Health insurance
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Production Operator
Malone Workforce Solutions —San Carlos, CA
- $19 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
10h
Manufacturing Associate
Biolog —Hayward, CA
- $27 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- English
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Production Associate - San Leandro, CA
Georgia-Pacific —San Leandro, CA
- $26.15 an hour
- Overtime
- Military
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
13d
Bakery Packager
Grand Bakery —Oakland, CA
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- English
- Bakery
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
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4d
Production Associate
Bimbo Bakeries USA —San Francisco, CA
- $30.14 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
6d
Appliance Assembler - Entry Level
Auto-Chlor System —Oakland, CA
- $23 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- Profit sharing
- Paid training
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7d
MACHINE OPERATOR
HORSPOOL & ROMINE MFG CO INC —Oakland, CA
- $28 - $30 an hour
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Processing Team Member – Syrup, 3rd Shift
Torani —San Leandro, CA
- $24.70 an hour
- Overtime
- Assembly
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
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4d
Research Associate - Manufacturing
BioAssay Systems —Hayward, CA
- From $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Laboratory experience
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Wastewater Plant Operator I
East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) —Oakland, CA
- $9,277 - $128,868 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
7d
Laborer - Packaging
ASR Group —Crockett, CA
- $25.81 an hour
- Overtime
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Cleaning
- Entry level

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Maintenance Technician- Food Manufacturing

SANTINI FOODS INC -
San Lorenzo, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$20 - $35 an hour

Benefits

Paid holidays
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Employee stock ownership plan

Qualifications

Manufacturing plant facilities maintenance experience
PLC-based control system operation
Mechanical engineering
Industrial controls
Welding machines
Welding Certification
Programmable logic controllers
Electrical systems
Non-CDL Class C
Conveyor systems mechanical work
Manufacturing
Hydraulics
Boiler License

Full Job Description

Maintenance Technician – Food Manufacturing

Job Summary:

The Maintenance Technician supports plant operations by performing preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on food processing and packaging equipment, utilities, and facility systems at Santini Foods, Inc. This role is essential to ensuring the continuous, safe, and efficient production of sauces, evaporated milk, and sweetened condensed milk in a regulated food manufacturing environment.

The Maintenance Technician will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, while maintaining compliance with food safety, quality, and safety standards under OSHA, Cal/OSHA, FDA, and GMP guidelines.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance on processing and packaging systems, including mixers, cookers, fillers, evaporators, pumps, homogenizers, and conveyors.
Troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components used in food production and utility systems (boilers, air compressors, refrigeration, etc.).
Inspect and maintain variable frequency drives (VFDs), sensors, control panels, PLCs, and instrumentation used in automated systems.
Execute maintenance and repairs following standard operating procedures (SOPs) to minimize downtime and ensure product quality and safety.
Support the installation, modification, and commissioning of new equipment in accordance with engineering specifications and sanitary design standards.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, and parts usage records within the CMMS system.
Collaborate with the Production, Quality Assurance, and Sanitation teams to coordinate maintenance activities during scheduled downtime.
Follow proper lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, and other safety procedures as required.
Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns and emergency maintenance requests.
Assist with Building Management Systems (BMS) and facility control systems monitoring and troubleshooting.
Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) principles, and food safety standards.

Qualifications and Skills:

Knowledge of:

Industrial electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems used in food manufacturing.
Preventive maintenance practices for pumps, motors, bearings, valves, and production machinery.
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and automation systems.
Reading blueprints, schematics, P&IDs, and wiring diagrams.
Safe work practices and compliance with OSHA and Cal/OSHA standards.
Food manufacturing sanitation and contamination control principles.

Ability to:

Diagnose and repair equipment issues with minimal supervision.
Work from wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments.
Prioritize work orders and complete assignments within deadlines.
Lift and move up to 50 pounds and work at heights or in confined spaces.
Work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.

Education and Experience:

Minimum 2 years’ experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in the food or beverage manufacturing industry.
At least 6 months to 1 year experience with digital or PLC-controlled systems required.
Associate degree or technical/vocational certification in industrial maintenance, mechatronics, electrical systems, or mechanical engineering preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education and hands-on experience will be considered.
California Electrical or Instrumentation certification highly desirable.

Special Requirements:

Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
Must be available to work flexible shifts, including weekends, nights, holidays, and overtime as needed.
Subject to variable working conditions including temperature changes, heights, and potential electrical exposure.

Work Schedule:

8-hour or 10-hour shifts, depending on production needs
Available to work Weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
Day and/or Night Shifts available
On-site position

Benefits:

401(k) Retirement Plan
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 56 per week

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

Have you previously worked at Santini Foods? If yes, please provide the dates of your prior employment and the position(s) you held.
Were you referred to this position by a current Santini Foods employee? If yes, please provide their name and your relationship to them
Do you have a family member or relative currently employee at Santini Foods? If yes, please list their name and your relationship

Location:

San Lorenzo, CA 94580 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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