Why Making Safety a Top Priority is Beneficial to Your Company
June is National Safety Awareness Month — and there’s no better time to reflect on what a safe workplace really means for your people and
7 Ways to Support Mental Health in Your Workplace
When you imagine a productive, thriving workplace, it’s easy to focus on goals, performance metrics, or even team dynamics. In reality, there’s something even more
Monthly California Labor & Employment Report: May 2026
California Labor Report – May 2026 Each month, Star Staffing, a Northern California-based staffing agency, compiles new data and shares expert insights on the state
Wage-and-Hour Compliance Is Still the #1 Hidden Risk for California Employers
California has long been one of the most employee-protective states in the country, and the compliance stakes have never been higher. The Labor Commissioner’s Office
4 Things We Look for in a Forklift Operator Candidate (And Why It Matters)
While the job title might imply otherwise, a forklift operator isn’t simply someone who can operate a lift. If you’re hiring in the space,
3 Powerful Benefits of Using a Staffing Firm for Contingent Hiring
When hiring needs shift quickly, many businesses feel the pressure immediately — missed deadlines, burned‑out managers, and too much time spent on HR tasks
How to Become a Must-Hire Bottling Line Worker
The bottling industry generates billions of dollars annually, and bottling line operators and bottling workers play a critical role in making that happen. While
How to Land a Great Job as a Warehouse Picker Packer
You know those pick-and-pack Amazon warehouses that you see everywhere? Ever wondered how people get jobs there? “Pick-and-packing” jobs abound, but it’s often confusing
26 New Year’s Resolutions to Advance Your Career in 2026
A new year is a perfect time to make resolutions in every aspect of your life, including your career. While most of the New
Star Staffing Welcomes Kai Nunogawa — Our New President
Petaluma, CA (December 2025) – Star Staffing, Northern California’s premier provider of customized workforce solutions, is thrilled to announce that Kai Nunogawa has joined the
Your End‑of‑Year Job Search Checklist: What to Do Before January 1
For most of us, the holiday season is a joyful span of a few weeks — celebrations, time off, family visits — but it’s also
The Employer’s Guide to the 2026 Minimum Wage Increase
As we turn our eyes towards 2026, many of us already know that January 1 brings another minimum wage increase in California. But what does