Manufacturing Operator I

Position Overview

As a Manufacturing Operator, you play a key role in producing the high-quality coffee products that define the Community Coffee brand. You’ll be hands-on with processing and packaging operations, keeping production lines running smoothly, efficiently, and safely while maintaining our ambitious standards for quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all safety guidelines (Community Coffee and Government), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), sanitation standards, and housekeeping procedures to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Set up, operate, monitor, and shut down a variety of production equipment according to daily schedules and manufacturer specifications.
• Perform regular quality checks to ensure products meet established standards and report any issues to quality assurance or supervision.
• Operate and adjust packaging, roasting, grinding, and flavoring equipment while responding to real-time production changes.
• Track daily production output, downtime, run hours, and other key data to support operational performance.
• Complete basic troubleshooting and partner with the maintenance team to resolve mechanical issues, provide input, and assist in repairs as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of your work area and equipment, supporting the preventative maintenance program through routine cleaning, lubrication, and inspections.
• Pitch in on general tasks including housekeeping, material recycling, and assisting in other work areas as needed.
• Stay up to date on all required training and certifications for your role.
• Be available to work different shifts based on production demand.
• May be asked to perform additional duties as necessary.

Position Requirements

• Manufacturing Operator I: 0–1 year of related experience or training
• Manufacturing Operator II: 1–3 years of related experience or training
• Manufacturing Operator III: 5+ years of experience, including hands-on work with high-speed packaging equipment
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Passing score on aptitude test required in lieu of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Comfortable using basic hand tools
• Familiarity with mechanical and industrial terminology
• Willingness to cross-train on multiple pieces of equipment and perform flexible duties

Foundational Competencies

• Builds Trust
• Continuous Learner
• Customer Centric
• Effective Communication
• Integrity
• Results Oriented

Additional Competencies

• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Takes Action
• Collaborates
• Resourcefulness

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Frequent sitting and standing
• Occasional walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling
• Occasional lifting and moving up to 75 pounds
• Constant exposure to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions
• Exposure to fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock
• Constantly exposed to noise from production machinery

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), short- and long-term disability, paid time off, and employee assistance program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Community Coffee Company will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, genetic information, uniformed service, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal or state law.