senior maintenance mechanic, 1st shift, Sun-Thur 6AM-2:30PM

Starbucks Coffee Company•Kent, WA

25d•$45 - $61

About The Position

The Senior Maintenance Mechanic works in a Starbucks roasting plant and provides functional leadership for the maintenance team. When the supervisor is absent, this role acts as a lead by assigning work, prioritizing tasks, and guiding the team to support safe and efficient operations while remaining hands-on. The role supports maintenance across the department, including general building and grounds maintenance, and provides subject matter expertise for plant equipment and processes. The position coaches and mentors maintenance mechanics and technicians, assesses training needs, and supports equipment installation, preventive maintenance, work order management, troubleshooting, repairs, and long-term improvements. It also contributes to plant safety, food safety, product quality, and compliance with established procedures and standards. The listed schedule is first shift, Sunday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; the posting also states that the employee must be able to work varying shifts, including nights or weekends, to support business needs.

Requirements

Seven years of experience in an automated manufacturing or distribution environment.
Seven years of general industrial maintenance experience with mechanical and electrical systems.
Seven years of proficiency in standard maintenance skills and practices.
Five years of experience repairing and maintaining high-speed packaging equipment.
Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards, including Preventive Controls for Human Food (21 CFR 117) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI); experience with BRC or SQF certification schemes.
Ability to work varying shifts, including nights or weekends, to support business needs.
Ability to communicate technical and operational issues clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical plant equipment.
Ability to understand mechanical and technical equipment manuals.
Ability to work in elevated areas, including ladders, roofs, and overhead lights.
Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
Basic math skills.
Proficiency in welding, plumbing, electrical work, machining, and troubleshooting.
Attention to detail.
Proficiency in safety procedures.
Ability to plan and prioritize workload.
For Soluble locations only: boiler and refrigeration certification.
Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for maintenance work order management.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the maintenance team, acting as a stand-in supervisor as needed while maintaining hands-on involvement.
Support all aspects of the maintenance department, including general building and grounds maintenance.
Coach and mentor maintenance mechanics and technicians to support their development and understanding of current and new technology.
Serve as a training mentor, assess training needs, and provide feedback to the supervisor.
Provide subject matter expertise for maintenance of plant equipment and processes.
Use vendor resources for troubleshooting and learning opportunities.
Assist with installation of new equipment, including training materials, spare-parts lists, preventive maintenance plans, and validation of documentation such as drawings, schematics, parts lists, and work orders.
Assign and prioritize maintenance work orders and preventive maintenance.
Keep plant equipment functioning at optimum levels through short-term repairs and long-term improvements.
Follow established safety guidelines, programs, and procedures, and actively work to prevent safety incidents.
Support food safety, legality, and quality programs.
Maintain product quality by following good manufacturing practices, Food Safety Preventative Controls, product specifications, and quality procedures; monitor and document quality measures using analytical tools.
Perform other duties in support of business objectives and Starbucks Mission & Values.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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 one hour for every 25 hours worked.
Eight paid holidays and two personal days per year.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match for eligible partners.
Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.).
Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock).
Incentivized emergency savings and 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 and access to other educational opportunities.
Backup care.
DACA reimbursement.