manufacturing technician, 3rd shift

Starbucks; Minden (NV); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Discounted company stock program

100% tuition coverage for first-time bachelor's degree

Job summary

A leading coffee company is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to operate and maintain packaging equipment while ensuring strict adherence to quality and safety procedures. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma or equivalent and have experience in a production environment. This role offers various benefits, including medical coverage, full tuition assistance, and a comprehensive retirement plan. Join us and contribute to our mission of inspiring with every cup.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in production or distribution environment.
• Proficiency in using analytical tools for quality tests.
• Ability to follow verbal directions and understand written guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain downstream secondary equipment.
• Perform changeovers on secondary packaging equipment.
• Conduct quality checks on primary packages.

Skills

Production or distribution environment

Operation of manual and automated packaging equipment

Basic math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Education

High School diploma/GED or 4 years of US military service

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

Now Brewing – manufacturing technician! #tobeapartner

• Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday, 9pm-7:30am

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrates coffee and its rich tradition, but 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.

As a Manufacturing Technician, You Will

• Operate and maintain downstream secondary equipment.
• Replenish raw materials on automated packaging equipment.
• Respond to stoppages on secondary packaging equipment and conduct troubleshooting, jam clearing and cleaning.
• Perform changeovers on secondary packaging equipment and assist machine operator with changeover on primary packaging equipment.
• Responsible for quality checks on secondary packages, including lot coding and aesthetics.
• Assist machine operator with quality checks on primary packages, including lot coding, aesthetics and seal integrity.
• Track output from the palletizing equipment and respond to jams.
• Operate the supersack loading station.
• Demonstrate and understand safety as a core value and follow the key essentials to safety as set fore a by our safety resolution; reinforce and coach others to do the same.
• Understand and follow established safety guidelines, consistently comply with all safety procedures (e.g. PPE, Lock Out Tag Out).
• Support food safety, legality and quality programs.
• Maintain product quality through adherence to good manufacturing practices, Food Safety Preventative Controls, product specifications and quality procedures. Monitor and document quality measures using analytical tools.
• Perform other duties as needed in support of business objectives and Starbucks Mission & Values.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

We’d Love To Hear From People With

• Production or distribution environment (1 year)
• Operation of manual and automated packaging equipment (1 year)
• High School diploma/GED or 4 years of US military service
• Basic math skills
• Ability to follow verbal direction
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows and internet environments
• Mechanical aptitude to make minor machine adjustments and clear jams in equipment
• Ability to perform quality tests using analytical tools
• Ability to gather, record on operational and quality metrics, through manual or automated systems
• Ability to understand written policies and guidelines, specifications and safety standards
• Ability to work with a diverse team environment
• Ability to work in accordance with safety, quality and sanitation standards, policies and procedures
• Ability to work variable shifts to support business needs
• Experience performing quality tests using analytical tools
• Troubleshooting skills
• 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 SQF).

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to 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, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 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. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.

• If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!

Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation or 1(888) 611-2258.