Coffee Roaster (Production Technician I)

Join our team and help bring great coffee to life. As a Production Technician – Roasting , you’ll operate roasting equipment and support the process that transforms green coffee into the roasted coffee enjoyed by customers every day. This hands-on role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with coffee, takes pride in quality and consistency, and thrives in a fast-paced production environment. You’ll work closely with a team to ensure every batch meets our quality, safety, and production standards.

• Operate coffee roasting equipment to produce high-quality coffee according to the daily production schedule.

• Monitor roast profiles, batch quality, and control points to ensure consistency and adherence to Peet’s quality standards.

• Follow all food safety and workplace safety standards, including GMPs, sanitation procedures, and company policies.

• Complete required production documentation and quality checks for roasting operations.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary roasting workstation and production environment.

• Collaborate with team members and leadership to meet production targets while maintaining product quality and safety.

• Identify and communicate equipment issues, quality concerns, or safety risks to supervisors or maintenance teams.

• Support onboarding and training of team members and temporary staff on roasting processes and best practices.

• Continuously develop roasting and technical skills through training and cross-functional learning.

• Maintain flexibility to support production needs, including overtime or weekend work as required.

Qualifications :

Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent with at least 1 year of production experience as a machine technician or in operations leadership.

Preferred:

• At least 1 year of formal training in the coffee industry inside or outside of Peet’s is strongly desired.

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 generous 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– $22 . 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 [email protected].

Physical Requirements and Environmental Exposures :

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

• Able 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 750 pound bins on casters

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

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.