Monthly California Labor & Employment Report: April 2026
California Labor Report – April 2026 (From the Latest Data from February 2025 – March data arrives May 1, 2026) Each month, Star Staffing, a
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
Does It Make Sense to Hire Right Before the Holidays?
You’ve recently had two people on your busy teams give notice. All good things — one of them is retiring after a beautiful career with
50+ Office Party Ideas for Every Vibe and Budget — Including Holiday 2025
You’re here for a reason: office party ideas. Whether you’re working at an ad agency, tech start-up, or big corporation, inevitably, it’s no easy feat