Production Technician- 3rd Shift

Peet's Coffee; Brooklyn Center (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with match

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Discounts on coffee

Career development

Job summary

Peet's Coffee is hiring a Production Technician to operate roasting, grinding, or packaging equipment and help produce top-quality coffee. You will monitor quality, safety, and sanitation while supporting a 3rd shift schedule (11:30pm–7:00am) and maintaining production records.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to GMPs and food safety standards. The position offers an hourly wage of $20–$22 with potential bonuses, a safety-focused manufacturing environment, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 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

Responsibilities

• Operate roasting, grinding, or packaging equipment to process coffee per production schedule.
• Maintain workstation safety and food safety standards per GMPs, SSOPs, and Adverse Health Policy.
• Complete Quality Control Point monitoring tasks and quality assurance records for the workstation.
• Record production data and ensure cleanliness and sanitation of the workstation and facility.
• Assist in training new team members and support overtime/weekend shifts as needed.

Skills

Math skills

Reading comprehension

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Our purpose at Peet's Coffee is the pursuit of better, better coffee, for people and the planet. Our ambition is to become the chosen brand for coffee lovers around the world, and we know earning that place means an uncompromising focus on quality, craft, and authenticity.

As part of Keurig Dr Pepper and JDE Peet's, the world's leading pureplay coffee company, Peet's is growing as a global coffee brand anchored by a clear set of values that reflect who we are today and where we’re going. We Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together challenging ourselves every day to do better than the day before.

We've learned that the secret to great coffee is the people who make it, and we apply the same care in selecting and preparing our teams as we do when crafting the perfect cup.

As a Production Technician, you'll help produce and package the industry's finest coffee by operating roasting and packaging equipment, performing quality checks, maintaining equipment, and following established production and food safety standards. This role is essential to delivering consistently exceptional coffee while supporting a safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing environment.

Schedule:

This position works 3rd shift, Monday-Friday from 11:30pm-7:00am.

Hourly Wage

$20-22/hour

What You Will Do

• As a Production Technician for roasting, grinding, or packaging, you will process coffee as the production schedule demands.
• Ensures that the assigned workstation operates within the workplace safety and food safety standards set by Peet's Coffee and oversight regulatory agencies.
• Ensures product quality by completing all Quality Control Point monitoring tasks according to established procedures for the assigned workstation. Completes and submits all quality assurance monitoring tasks for the assigned operating workstation.
• Completes and submits all production records required for the assigned operating workstation.
• Works cooperatively to ensure workplace safety and product quality while meeting production goals for the assigned workstation.
• Makes every effort to increase productivity and efficiency without compromising team safety or product quality.
• Communicates issues pertinent to production performance, quality, or workplace safety directly to the Roastery Team Lead, Production Supervisor, or Production Manager.
• Communicates issues concerning equipment faults or failures directly to the Engineering Department for immediate repair or future preventive maintenance.
• Assigns, trains, and monitors daily Production Team Member performance and task completion for the assigned workstation.
• Assigns, trains, and monitors daily Temporary Worker performance and task completion for the assigned workstation.
• Maintains established standards of cleanliness and sanitation for the assigned workstation and the facility.
• Participates in all workstation development opportunities to increase technical abilities and strengthen craft-level skills.
• Demonstrates a full understanding of all Food Safety and related programs, such as but not limited to GMPs, SSOPs, and Adverse Health Policy.
• Demonstrates a full understanding of all Workplace Safety policies and Standard Work Procedures.
• Participates in the training of new Team Members to facilitate their success as new Team Members.
• Demonstrates full knowledge to operate one or two Packaging Lines, Roasting machines, or Grinding machine.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed, including Saturdays

Who You Are

• Brings the Core Values to life in all that you do: Accountability, Mastery, Inclusivity, and Curiosity.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment; manage and follow through multi-step project steps/procedures consistently.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Perform work in a timely and professional manner.
• Ability to adjust and adapt to change while staying focused on project deliverables
• Highly motivated, self-directed, and results-driven.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Reliable and punctual.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 1 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

Preferred

• 1 year of coffee industry or food manufacturing experience is strongly desired

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position include sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements must be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Able condition to work 8 hour shifts while standing, lifting, bending, and reaching
• Must be able to work on your feet over 9 straight hours
• Able to perform physical tasks that are repetitive and lift up to 30 lbs. on a regular basis
• Must be able to lift 80 pounds 20% of the shift
• Must be able to endure constant leaning and bending during shift
• Must be able to handle/move up to 750 pound bins on casters

What Benefits do Peetniks Receive?

Benefits

At Peet's, we hire the best talent and are committed to supporting and rewarding our employees for their outstanding work. That's one of the reasons we offer the following benefits:

• Recharge Time - Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Future You - 401(k) plan with a match program to help you save.
• Peace of Mind - Life insurance, disability, and options for HSAs and FSAs.
• Everyday Perks - Free coffee and discounts.
• Growth & Support - Career development and an Employee Assistance Program when you need it.

The target annual base salary range for this position is $20 - $22 per hour. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education, certifications or licenses, other legitimate non-discriminatory business factors, and the geographic location of the role.

In addition to base pay, individuals in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses.

Additional Information

At Peet's, we believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, uniform service, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local ordinances. Peet's is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact [e-mail].