Now Brewing – Tea Partner! #tobeapartner

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 tea partner, you will:

• Understand and follow established safety guidelines, programs and procedures; and actively work to prevent safety incidents.
• 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.
• Replenish raw materials on automated and manual packaging equipment.
• Respond to stoppages on packaging equipment, conduct troubleshooting, jam clearing and cleaning.
• Perform changeovers on packaging equipment and assist machine operator with changeover on packaging equipment.
• Assist machine operator with quality checks on packaging, including lot coding, aesthetics and seal integrity.
• Maintain packaging equipment and work area in accordance with maintenance and sanitation policies and standards.
• Utilize wrapping machines, pallet jacks and other equipment to prepare pallets.
• Identify and measure correct raw materials for tea blending. Convert unit of measure from metric to English standard and accurately record raw material usage.
• Perform quality checks and record in database as well as in manual document forms. Check ingredients for foreign materials, separating and bagging them for quality assurance (QA) assessment.
• Enter all quality deviations into the Production Deviation Report database (PDR).
• Determine type and quantity of flavoring oils for cycle and demonstrate special handling and safety for hazardous oils that are flammable and cause skin irritation.
• Conduct light preventative maintenance of blenders and secondary systems.
• Record production, create lot numbers, and create bag and pallet labels using Oracle Production Module.
• Safely operate material handling equipment to include those that are electrically driven.
• Maintain oil room according to all combustible material guidelines and MSDS. Conduct and record inventory cycle counts.

We’d love to hear from people with:

• Production, operations or distribution environment (1 year)
• High school diploma/GED, US military service or equivalent
• Intermediate math skills to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and unit of measure conversion from metric to English standard
• Ability to lift 50 pounds from floor to chest level in a safe manner multiple times a shift
• Basic computer skills to enable recording of production, completing labels and printing
• Ability to work in accordance with safety, quality and sanitation standards, policies and procedures
• Must qualify to work in the oil room (contains flammable hazards)
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Attention to detail
• Available to work variable shifts to support business needs
• Ability to work in elevated areas
• Operation of manual and automated packaging equipment
• Experience gathering and performing quality tests, and recording results
• Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards including Preventive Controls for Human Food (21 CFR 117) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Experience with BRC or SQF certifications.

From free coffee to competitive pay, Starbucks is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time partners. Benefits include 100% tuition coverage through our Starbucks College Achievement Plan, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, and stock & savings programs like our equity reward program, Bean Stock, and opportunities for paid time off. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!

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. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 206-318-0660 or via email at [email protected].