Packaging Technician (Machine Operator) at Peet's Coffee & Tea – Brooklyn Center, Minnesota

Position Overview:

The Packaging Technician is responsible for safely operating, monitoring, and maintaining packaging and production equipment to ensure efficient, high-quality output. This role supports daily manufacturing operations by setting up machines, performing routine adjustments, and conducting quality checks to meet production, food safety, and regulatory standards. The operator collaborates with production, maintenance, and quality teams to minimize downtime, troubleshoot issues, and maintain a clean, organized work environment while consistently meeting safety, quality, and productivity expectations.

This role is a first shift role, with a schedule of Monday-Friday from 7:30 am - 4 pm.

Note that this role requires at least one year of machine operator experience.

Responsibilities:

• As a Production Technician for 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 Caribou 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 GMP's, 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

Qualifications:

Required:

• At least 1 year of production experience as a machine technician or machine operator.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Exposures:

The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking in addition to the following:

• 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 1400 pound bins on casters

The environmental exposures for this position are:

• Airborne particles, fumes, high places, moving parts, muscular strain, noise, odors, high temperatures

These physical requirements must be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodation.

This description outlines the role’s essential functions but may evolve with business needs.

What We Offer:

We’re proud to offer a comprehensive package for full-time employees, including:

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, fresh baked goods, 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 – $23 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 employeerelations@peets.com.