Shipping & Production Assistant (Full-Time – Oakland, CA)
$42,000–$50,000/year + Benefits
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
Location: Onsite in Oakland, CA (not remote)
Are you organized, detail-focused, and enjoy hands-on work? Join AnimalBiome, a mission-driven pet health company in Oakland. We’re hiring a Shipping & Production Assistant to help ship customer orders, assemble product kits, and maintain clean, lab-adjacent workspaces that support the health of cats and dogs around the world.
What You'll Do:
- Pick, pack, and ship orders using Shipstation
- Assemble, label, and bundle test kits and supplements with precision
- Wash and sanitize reusable ice packs daily using bleach and cleanroom-safe procedures
- Maintain clean production and shipping areas
- Restock supplies, organize materials, and support team logistics
- Occasionally fill in for our courier to pick up donor fecal samples (mileage reimbursed)
You’re a Great Fit If You:
- Have 1+ year of experience in a small parcel package fulfillment and small product assembly
- Are dependable, organized, and comfortable with repetitive manual tasks
- Can lift up to 50 lbs and stand for most of an 8-hour shift
- Are comfortable using bleach and other sanitizers in accordance with SOPs
- Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Are okay working around natural product odors (e.g., fish oil, pumpkin)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience using ShipStation or similar shipping software
- Familiarity with Shopify, Google Sheets, or Excel
- Understanding of USPS, UPS, FedEx, or DHL shipping workflows
- Background in small parcel shipping, small product assembly or cleanroom lab support
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan + life insurance
- Paid time off
- Weekly company-provided lunch
- Employee discount on pet health products
- Mileage reimbursement for occasional courier support
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM onsite in Oakland, CA?
- Do you have at least 1 year of experience in small parcel shipping or small product assembly?
- Are you comfortable cleaning reusable items using bleach?
- Are you willing to occasionally assist with courier pickups for donor samples? (mileage reimbursement provided)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Work Location: In person