Production Technician- 3rd Shift

Peet's Coffee•Brooklyn Center, MN

1d•$20 - $23

About The Position

As a Production Technician at Peet’s Coffee, you will help produce and package coffee by operating roasting, grinding, or packaging equipment, performing quality checks, maintaining equipment, and following production and food safety standards. You will process coffee according to the production schedule and help maintain a safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing environment. The role is scheduled Monday through Friday from 11:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Overtime may be required, including Saturdays. The hourly wage range is $20–$23, and employees may also be eligible for bonuses. The physical requirements include intermittent sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving. The role requires working eight-hour shifts while standing, lifting, bending, and reaching; being on your feet for more than nine consecutive hours; repetitive physical tasks; regularly lifting up to 30 pounds; lifting 80 pounds for 20% of the shift; constant leaning and bending; and handling or moving bins weighing up to 750 pounds on casters. These requirements must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. Peet’s describes its purpose as pursuing better coffee for people and the planet. It emphasizes quality, craft, authenticity, and its values of Accountability, Mastery, Inclusivity, and Curiosity. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least one year of hands-on production experience in a machine technician, machine operator, or production operations leadership role.
Ability to read, understand, and follow production documentation, work instructions, and safety procedures.
Basic proficiency in math, reading, and written communication.
Basic computer skills and ability to navigate standard workplace systems.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, and to consistently manage and follow through on multistep procedures.
Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
Ability to perform work in a timely and professional manner.
Ability to adapt to change while staying focused on project deliverables.
Highly motivated, self-directed, results-driven, detail-oriented, organized, reliable, and punctual.
Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

One year of coffee industry or food manufacturing experience is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

Process coffee for roasting, grinding, or packaging according to the production schedule.
Ensure the assigned workstation meets workplace safety and food safety standards established by Peet’s Coffee and regulatory agencies.
Complete and submit required quality control and quality assurance monitoring tasks according to established procedures.
Complete and submit production records for the assigned workstation.
Work cooperatively to maintain workplace safety and product quality while meeting production goals.
Seek to increase productivity and efficiency without compromising team safety or product quality.
Communicate production performance, quality, or workplace safety issues to the Roastery Team Lead, Production Supervisor, or Production Manager.
Communicate equipment faults or failures to the Engineering Department for immediate repair or future preventive maintenance.
Assign, train, and monitor daily performance and task completion of Production Team Members and Temporary Workers at the assigned workstation.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards for the workstation and facility.
Participate in workstation development opportunities to increase technical abilities and craft-level skills.
Follow food safety programs, including GMPs, SSOPs, and the Adverse Health Policy.
Follow workplace safety policies and Standard Work Procedures.
Help train new Team Members.
Demonstrate the knowledge needed to operate one or two packaging lines, roasting machines, or grinding machines.
Work overtime as needed, including Saturdays.