Maintenance Technician- 3rd Shift

Our purpose at Peet’s Coffee is the pursuit of better, better coffee, for people and the planet. Our ambition is to become the chosen brand for coffee lovers around the world, and we know earning that place means an uncompromising focus on quality, craft, and authenticity. As part of Keurig Dr Pepper and JDE Peet’s, the world’s leading pureplay coffee company, Peet’s is growing as a global coffee brand anchored by a clear set of values that reflect who we are today and where we’re going. We Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together challenging ourselves every day to do better than the day before. We've learned that the secret to great coffee is the people who make it, and we apply the same care in selecting and preparing our teams as we do when crafting the perfect cup. The Maintenance Technician Performs equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs in green blending, roasting, packaging, distribution warehouse, and small-scale projects. Schedule: This position works 3rd Shift, Monday–Friday from 10:00PM-6:30AM. Responsibilities: Support manufacturing operations by understanding the functionality and operation of all machinery. Monitor equipment and processes to ensure safety, efficiency, and product quality. Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on all roasting and packaging equipment. Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and basic electrical issues on production equipment. Maintain equipment in safe, efficient operating condition, targeting 90% or higher machine uptime. Complete scheduled maintenance tasks and assigned work orders. Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and special projects. Aid the Engineering Technician in new equipment installations and modifications. Respond to unplanned equipment downtime to minimize production disruptions. Communicate effectively with the Engineering Supervisor, Operations leadership, and Production team. Adhere to and uphold Peet's Coffee policies and procedures fairly and consistently. Participate in safety committee meetings and support plant safety initiatives. Comply with all Food Safety programs, including but not limited to GMPs, SSOPs, and the Adverse Health Policy. Operate forklifts, boom lifts, and scissor lifts safely and in accordance with training. Read and interpret basic electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics. Follow lockout/tagout procedures and demonstrate working knowledge of safety protocols. Maintains sanitation standards and participates in routine equipment cleaning. Must be flexible and available for shift changes, overtime, and weekend coverage. How you show up: Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and makes timely, sound decisions. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills. Follows multi-step tasks and procedures accurately and consistently. Communicates clearly and effectively with diverse stakeholders and partners. Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented. Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; adaptable and responsive to changing business needs. Proactive in identifying areas for process or equipment improvement. Uses both basic and specialized tools effectively (all tools provided by the company). Works independently and consistently follows through on complex, multi-step projects. Qualifications: Required: 1+ years of related experience in the technician field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Obtains and maintains a Minnesota Electrical Unlicensed Individual (or greater) certification. Basic electrical circuits knowledge. Welding and fabricating experience. Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Comfortable operating and understanding production equipment. Able to navigate SCADA systems, such as Scolari for roasting and associated coffee packaging systems. Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently. Self-motivated and reliable with minimal supervision. Strong organizational skills. Clear, confident communicator with cross-functional teams. Preferred: Trade school diploma in electronic and mechanical disciplines in packaging equipment or equivalent experience. Experience with Vertical Form Fill and Seal (VFF), Digital Scales, Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), Steppers, and Servomotors. Troubleshooting and repairing basic electrical systems. Experience with CMMS software (e.g., computerized maintenance management systems). Physical Requirements and Environmental Exposures: Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds. Must be able to work “on your feet.” Must be able to endure constant leaning and bending during shift. Must be able to handle/move up to 750 pound bins on casters. Airborne particles, Fumes, High places, Moving parts, Muscular strain, Noise, Odors, High temperatures. These physical requirements must be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodation. What Benefits do Peetniks Receive? At Peet's we hire the best people and are committed to supporting our employees and rewarding them for their work. That's one of the reasons we offer the following benefits: 401(k) plan, with generous matching Full medical, dental and vision insurance Paid vacation Free coffee and and employee discount Opportunities for growth and advancement The target hourly range for this position is $28-$35 per hour. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will perform the job. Individuals employed in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses. Peet’s offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes comprehensive health, dental and vision plans; a superior 401(k) plan, various paid time off programs; employee discount/perks; life insurance; disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; and an employee referral bonus program.