Quality Assurance Technician- 3rd Shift

10 Peet's Coffee Inc.; Brooklyn Center (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Free coffee

Career development

Job summary

Peet’s Coffee is hiring a QA Technician to ensure product quality, food safety, and compliance on the production floor. You will conduct sampling, testing, and line monitoring, support internal audits, and help drive continuous improvement with the Quality & Food Safety Manager.

The role requires 2+ years of QA experience in manufacturing, familiarity with audits (AIB), and proficiency with digital data systems.

Qualifications

• Two years of quality assurance in manufacturing, preferably in food manufacturing.
• 2+ years of Quality Assurance experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within food manufacturing.
• Familiarity with third‑party audit processes, such as AIB or similar food safety and quality audit programs.
• Experience with digital data entry systems, tablets/iPads, or MES; Redzone experience is a plus.
• Knowledge or training in root cause analysis tools, including the 5 Whys methodology.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to consistently follow and uphold quality, food safety, and production standards.
• Highly accountable, reliable, and curious with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across production and quality teams.
• Self‑directed and proactive, able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and take ownership while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and analysis throughout the shift on all production lines to ensure compliance with specifications and regulatory standards.
• Assist the Quality & Food Safety team in conducting monthly plant inspections, including GMP walkthroughs and audits to mitigate contamination risks.
• Utilize the Redzone system to ensure quality tasks are completed on time and accurately.
• Assist with the non-conforming product program with focus on internal defects and reporting results to the Quality & Food Safety Manager.
• Ensure department tasks are done accurately and safely, on time.
• Champion a culture of quality and safety by adhering to GMPs and sanitation protocols.

Skills

Quality Assurance

GMP

Documentation

MS Office

Independent

Tools

Redzone system

MES

AIB

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.

The QA Technician plays a critical role in ensuring product quality, food safety, and compliance throughout the production process. This hands‑on position is responsible for conducting product sampling, testing, and production line monitoring to verify that all products meet established quality standards and specifications. The QA Technician serves as a key resource on the production floor by supporting quality initiatives, tracking performance through the Redzone system, assisting with internal audits, and managing non‑conforming product processes. This role partners closely with production teams to identify opportunities for improvement while ensuring compliance with GMPs, food safety programs, and company standards. If you are detail‑oriented, quality‑focused, and passionate about maintaining high standards in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on product excellence and operational success.

Schedule: This position works Monday- Friday 3rd Shift, 11:30pm-7:00am Pay: $23-25/hour

What You Will Do:

• Perform testing and analysis throughout the shift on all production lines to ensure compliance with specifications and regulatory standards, under the supervision of the Quality & Food Safety Manager.
• Assist the Quality & Food Safety team in conducting monthly plant inspections, including GMP walkthroughs and specific Glass & Brittle Plastic audits to mitigate contamination risks.
• Utilize the company’s Redzone system to ensure that quality tasks are being completed on time and accurately.
• Assist with the non-conforming product program with a focus on internal defects, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting results to the Quality & Food Safety Manager.
• Ensure department tasks are done accurately and in a safe, timely fashion.
• Champion a culture of quality and safety by strictly adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and sanitation protocols.

Who You Are:

Required:

• Two years of quality assurance in manufacturing, preferably in food manufacturing.
• 2+ years of Quality Assurance experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within food manufacturing.
• Familiarity with third‑party audit processes, such as AIB or similar food safety and quality audit programs.
• Experience with digital data entry systems, tablets/iPads, or manufacturing execution systems (MES); Redzone experience is a plus.
• Knowledge or training in root cause analysis tools, including the 5 Whys methodology.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to consistently follow and uphold quality, food safety, and production standards.
• Highly accountable, reliable, and curious with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across production and quality teams.
• Self‑directed and proactive, with the ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and take ownership of responsibilities while maintaining strong attention to quality and safety standards.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred:

• Certifications (HAACP and PCQI).

Physical Requirements and Environmental Exposures:

• The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, in addition to the following:
• Able to work 8‑hour shifts while standing, lifting, bending, and reaching.
• Must be able to work on your feet for 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 endure constant leaning and bending during shift.

The environmental exposures for this position are: Airborne particles, fumes, high places, moving parts, muscular strain, noise, odors, high temperatures.

What We Offer:

• Recharge Time – Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Future You – 401(k) plan with generous 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 $23-25 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, or 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].

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 pure‑play coffee company, Peet’s is growing as a global coffee brand while staying rooted in the values that have defined us from the start. 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. Beyond Coffee, Peetniks are passionate supporters of our community and serving our local communities doesn’t stop at the counter. Peet's employees take pride in supporting the neighborhoods where they live and work, through holiday donation programs and supporting non‑profits at home and globally. We believe that Coffee thrives where people do. We support the communities where our beans are grown, lending hands and knowledge to make life and coffee better. Peetniks are passionate and authentic, learners and doers, committed to the pursuit of better. This is your opportunity to craft a path that matters with us!