Monthly California Labor & Employment Report: July 2026
California Labor Report – July 2026 Each month, Star Staffing, a Northern California-based staffing agency, compiles new data and shares expert insights on the state
The Benefits of Using a Staffing Firm for the Upcoming Harvest Season
Each year, as California’s harvest season approaches, many agricultural businesses gear up for their busiest times of the year. With the pressure to scale
7 Summer Safety Tips for Employees Working in the Heat
We’ve seen record heat in California over the past few years, and the same seems true for this summer. But employees working outdoors — like grape harvesters,
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
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,