Now Brewing – machine operator l! #tobeapartner
Shift: Sun-Thurs, 10 PM-6:30 AM
From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrates coffee and its rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing and supporting partners who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.
This job contributes to Starbucks success by operating and maintaining primary and secondary product packaging equipment in the manufacturing plant environment, ensuring that products meet delivery and quality requirements. Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.
As a machine operator l, you will:
Inspect, operate, and maintain primary and secondary automated production equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Recognize and troubleshoot typical equipment or systems issues using established solutions.
Demonstrate intermediate knowledge and skills relevant to operating automated production equipment.
Calibrate and validate quality testing equipment; perform all testing procedures according to established specifications.
Perform visual inspections of finished products; identify quality problems and recommend solutions.
Monitor and document package quality using analytical tools; participate in out of specification and failure investigations.
Record operational and production data.
May train new machine techs or operators on proper operational procedures.
Inform appropriate manufacturing partners and supervisor of machine performance irregularities to minimize the impact of production downtime.
Minimize production scrap, including materials and coffee product.
Collaborate with team to perform product and equipment changeovers.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
Participate in process improvement activities.
Demonstrate and understand safety as a core value and follow the key essentials to safety as set forth by our safety resolution; reinforce and coaches 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. Monitors and documents quality measures using analytical tools.
Perform other duties as needed in support of business objectives and Starbucks Mission & Values.
We’d love to hear from people with:
High school diploma/GED, US military service or equivalent
Operating manual and automated packaging equipment (2 years)
Performing quality tests using analytical tools (1 year)
Regulated food manufacturing environment (1 year)
Mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot minor machine failures and make minor adjustments (1 year)
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Ability to understand 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 repair minor mechanical issues on machines and systems
Experience conducting quality tests and analyzing data
Ability to train others and measure effectiveness
Basic math skills
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Mechanical knowledge of automated machines and tools
Ability to work in accordance with quality, safety, and sanitation standards, policies and guidelines
Ability to work variable shifts to support business needs
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 or SQF). (Preferred)
As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.
*If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.
The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
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