Production Associate

New Mexico Pinon Coffee Group; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee coffee perks

Benefits eligibility

Job summary

New Mexico Piñon Coffee is seeking a Production Machine Operator in Albuquerque, NM. This role supports coffee production by operating packaging equipment, ensuring correct labeling and packaging, and maintaining quality and safety standards.

The position is hourly, temporary, and involves standing for long periods in a fast-paced warehouse-like environment. No prior experience is required—training will be provided to motivated candidates.

Qualifications

• Team player who works well with others and contributes to a positive team environment.
• Reliable and punctual, takes pride in their work.
• Pays attention to detail and follows instructions carefully.
• Willing to learn new skills and adapt as needed.
• Ability to work independently while staying aligned with team goals.
• Previous production or manufacturing experience is helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment to label, seal, and package coffee products.
• Follow procedures to ensure quality and food safety standards.
• Check products during packaging to meet quality expectations.
• Keep work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Stock and organize materials using FIFO inventory practices.
• Work with team to meet daily production goals.
• Use proper PPE and safety equipment.
• Assist in training new team members when needed.
• Pitch in with other tasks to support the production team.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Detail-oriented

Learnability

Safety

Job description

Location: Albuquerque, NM
Department: Production
Reports To: Production Manager
Status: Hourly / Temporary 6/18/26 to 12/15/26

Join the Team Behind New Mexico’s Favorite Coffee

At New Mexico Piñon Coffee, we’re passionate about great coffee and the people who make it possible. Our production team plays a key role in bringing our iconic coffee products to customers across the country.

We’re looking for a Production Machine Operator who enjoys hands‑on work, takes pride in doing things right, and wants to be part of a supportive team environment.

If you like staying active during your workday and working with a team to meet goals, this could be a great fit for you.

What You’ll Do

As a Machine Operator, you’ll help keep our coffee production running smoothly by operating equipment and ensuring products are packaged correctly and safely.

Your day‑to‑day work may include:

Operating packaging equipment used to label, seal, and package coffee products

Following established procedures to ensure quality and food safety standards are met

Checking products during the packaging process to make sure everything meets quality expectations

Keeping your work area clean, organized, and safe

Stocking and organizing materials using FIFO inventory practices

Working with your team to meet daily production goals

Using proper safety equipment and PPE

Helping train new team members when needed

Pitching in with other tasks as needed to support the production team

Our production facility is a warehouse‑style environment where you’ll be on your feet and working with machinery throughout the day.

Warm or cool temperatures depending on the season

Noise from production equipment

A fast‑paced environment focused on teamwork and efficiency

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who:

Works well with others and contributes to a positive team environment

Shows up reliably and takes pride in their work

Pays attention to detail and follows instructions carefully

Is willing to learn new skills and adapt as needed

Can work independently while staying aligned with team goals

Previous production or manufacturing experience is helpful, but not required — we’re happy to train motivated candidates.

Physical Requirements

This is an active role that includes:

Standing and walking for most of your shift

Bending, reaching, lifting, and moving materials

Lifting up to 30 pounds regularly

Why Work With Us

Be part of a New Mexico company with strong local roots

Work with a team that values ownership, passion, improvement, creativity, and integrity

Opportunities to learn new skills and grow within the company

Employee coffee perks and benefits eligibility

If you enjoy working with your hands, being part of a team, and helping produce high‑quality coffee products, we’d love to hear from you. Please ask to see full job description