plant logistics specialist, 3rd shift

Starbucks•Gaston, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Now Brewing – Plant Logistics Specialist! #tobeapartner From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrates coffee and its rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing and supporting partners who share this passion and are guided by their service to others. The Starbucks experience starts in our Roasting Plants where we have a dedicated team of professional roasters and supporting process teams including planning, warehouse management, packaging, roasting, maintenance, engineering and logistics.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED, US military service or equivalent
Forklift certified
Manufacturing or distribution environment (2 years)
Material handling (1 year)
Regulated food manufacturing environment (1 year)
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail
Ability to collect, record and report on material requirements using manual or automated systems
Ability to perform inventory counts and identify ways to minimize material outages
Basic math skills
Ability to follow verbal direction
Knowledge of equipment maintenance
Ability to operate required material handling equipment
Ability to understand written policies and guidelines, specifications and safety standards
Ability to learn and accurately operate several different computer systems
Self-motivated plant logistics specialist
Ability to work in accordance with safety, quality and sanitation standards, policies and procedures
Available to work variable shifts to support business needs

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Material Resource Planning (MRP) systems and their applications
Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards including Preventive Controls for Human Food (FDA Code of Federal Regulations) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Experience with the GFSI certification schemes (i.e. BRC and/or or SQF).

Responsibilities

Completes required documentation of product and raw material movement. Supports scheduled production throughput levels to meet team goals for reliability and budget standards.
Coordinates movement of raw materials from the warehouse to production locations based on data reports and computerized inventory system.
Ensures all outbound product is available for distribution.
Ensures quality by continually reviewing product to detect and correct errors.
Performs inventory counts, reconciles and makes visual checks of on-hand raw materials.
Performs a range of shipping, receiving and inventory control duties, including loading and unloading of trailers, replenishing stock, and filling orders.
Moves trailers as needed within the yard to facilitate loading and unloading.
Completes tasks thoroughly and accurately to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Identifies, reports, and documents any deviations from quality, legality, or food safety standards.
Demonstrates and understands safety as our core value and follows the key essentials to safety as set forth by our safety resolution; coaches others to do the same.
Understands and follows established safety guidelines, programs and procedures; and actively works to prevent safety incidents.
Supports food safety, legality and quality programs.
Maintains product quality through adherence to good manufacturing practices, Food Safety Preventative Controls, product specifications and quality procedures.
Performs other duties as needed in support of business objectives and Starbucks Mission & Values.
Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits
Short-term and long-term disability
Paid parental leave
Family expansion reimbursement
Paid vacation from date of hire
Sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked)
Eight paid holidays
Two personal days per year
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.)
Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)
Incentivized emergency savings
Financial well-being tools
100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan
Student loan management resources
Access to other educational opportunities
Backup care
DACA reimbursement