Does Golden State Foods pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Golden State Foods employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Golden State Foods. This rating has decreased by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Golden State Foods?

46% of Golden State Foods employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Golden State Foods 2.4 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.9 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Golden State Foods?

Machine Operator (14) , Compounder (10) , Production Supervisor (5) , Forklift Operator (4) , Manager (4) , Truck Driver (4) , Warehouse (4) , Warehouse Associate (4) , Customer Service Representative (3) , Information Technology (3) , Order Selector (3) , QA Technician (3) , Sanitation Worker (3) , Technician (3) , Warehouse Order Selector (3)

What are the pros of working at Golden State Foods according to real employee reviews?

"Great environment and pay in my opinion" ((in 44 reviews)); "Benefits are good and somewhat affordable." ((in 30 reviews)); "Great people to work with" ((in 24 reviews)); "Most of the team members were great." ((in 8 reviews)); "Great employees Decent peers Paid weekly" ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Golden State Foods according to real employee reviews?

"No work / life balance" ((in 24 reviews)); "(2) Poor management" ((in 24 reviews)); "Long hours but getting better." ((in 7 reviews)); "Leadership is a close, personal network of friends outside of work." ((in 7 reviews)); "Too much overtime." ((in 7 reviews))

What are employees saying about Golden State Foods layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Golden State Foods layoffs and their outlook for job security at Golden State Foods in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Golden State Foods locations?

Conyers , Irvine , City of Industry , Burleson , Opelika , Los Angeles , Phoenix , Lexington , Atlanta , Auburn , Whitewater , Covington , McCook , Industry , Garner , Sumner , Miami , Apopka , Oak Brook , Rochester , Plover , Fenton , Charlotte , Fort Worth , California City , La Puente , Fontana , San Jose , Las Vegas , New Orleans

Golden State Foods reviews

3.1

46% would recommend to a friend

(280 total reviews)

Brian Dick

51% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

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Ratings trend for the last 6 months (280 reviews)

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Golden State Foods has an employee rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars, based on 280 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Golden State Foods employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

280 reviews

2.0

Jan 21, 2016

Would not recommend

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good pay, benefits, 401K match

Cons

Poor culture, poor communication, very bad leadership

2.0

May 22, 2014

Over worked where the only compensation is money.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It is a secure place to work. The company is doing well and growing fast. The benefits and compensation are on average or slightly above.

Cons

Overtime is not optional but mandatory. There is no work/life balance. You must be prepared to dedicate the majority of your life to the job.

3.0

May 1, 2014

28 year Teamster Employee - Hourly - Retired

Hourly teamster

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

After probation period, great benefits ( medical, dental, vacation ). Pay starts above average for barging unit employee and raises are given as you become proficient in your job. Teamster retirement low but under the rule of 84, so retired at 55 with full benefits and healthcare. Good equipment, safe, clean and plenty of hours.

Cons

Executive management outstanding but that is where it ends. Management at facilities ( Industry) have their heads where the sun does not shine. In most jobs, mandatory excessive overtime and managers and supervisors could care less if you have a life. Managers are two faced and have little to no loyalty or compassion for their employees.

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