manufacturing technician, 1st shift Mon-Fri

About the role

The Manufacturing Technician position at Starbucks involves operating and maintaining downstream secondary equipment, replenishing raw materials, responding to stoppages, conducting troubleshooting, jam clearing, and cleaning. This role also includes assisting machine operators with changeovers on primary packaging equipment, performing quality checks, tracking output, and operating various stations.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Absorb 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 forth 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.

Requirements

• Production or distribution environment experience (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.
• Understanding of 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).

Qualifications

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances.

Skills

• Comprehensive health coverage (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
• Azusa State University College Achievement Plan: Full tuition reimbursement towards bachelor’s degree.
• Highly competitive 401(k) program with company match at 5%.
• Stock equity reward program (annual grants).
• Health savings, vacation savings, and health and wellness programs.
• Paid vacation (prorated vacation allowance on day one), sick leave, and personal days.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage (Medical, Dental, and Vision).
• Azusa State University College Achievement Plan: Full tuition reimbursement towards bachelor’s degree.
• Highly competitive 401(k) program with company match at 5%.
• Stock equity reward program (annual grants).
• Health savings, vacation savings, and health and wellness programs.
• Paid vacation (prorated vacation allowance on day one), sick leave, and personal days.

Pay

Compensation and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Shift: Monday-Friday 6AM-2:30PM