Processing Operator at Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA in Suffolk, Virginia

Job Description:

Caffeinate Your Career at MZB!



Position Summary:



As one of the largest coffee roasters in North America, you will have an important role helping us reach millions of coffee drinkers daily. As a Processing Operator, you will be responsible for roasting and processing our coffee and ensuring it flows to the packaging lines efficiently. This means you will work on the roaster, grinder, and receiving lines and will be responsible for filling out paperwork and communicating status and changeovers in the work areas.


You will be part of a team that the company relies on to help drive our culture as a great place to work, therefore you must be reliable and a good communicator. MZB-USA takes pride in what we do and we are looking for people who want to learn and grow with us.


We brew greatness together -- our culture is the key to our success. If you join us and have a strong work ethic, there are opportunities to grow and expand your responsibilities.



Job Duties:

• Prepare for the efficient start-up of our roasters, which includes checking production schedules, making sure green coffee is available, and completing necessary paperwork


• Coordinate the changeover activities to ensure the process occurs quickly and efficiently with as little downtime as possible


• Communicate any changes made on the equipment to coworkers and other affected departments


• Utilize and interface with operations computer programs (OIT) to monitor activities


• Monitor daily roasted coffee production figures


• Participate in our Continuous Improvement (CI) program (root cause problem-solving, ensure open communication, generate ideas, recommend improvements, etc.)


• Continuously monitor quality and check product for defects


• Continuously monitor equipment to detect issues; communicate concerns/issues with Maintenance and supervisor


• Prepare for next shift; have all information needed (organized); effectively communicate all changes and ensure equipment is ready to operate


• Ensure Specification Sheets are followed precisely


• Ensure quality documentation and other paperwork is filled out correctly and completely - includes electronic recording


• Reconcile daily production figures, track downtime, and make sure documents are turned in at end of shift


• Adhere to all good manufacturing practices (GMPs) and abide by all safety and sanitation regulations


• Attend and participate in daily production meetings, weekly team meetings, and other meetings as needed


• Meet with coworkers to discuss production issues and workflow


• Participate in month-end inventory


• Abide by all OSHA regulations and ensure work areas are safe and free of safety concerns and violations; immediately report safety hazards or unsafe acts to supervisor


• Maintain general sanitation throughout work area and follow 5s check sheet and standardized work procedures


• Demonstrate dependability and promote teamwork


• We encourage you to bring ideas to us to help make this an even better place to work

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required


• Must have previous production line, packaging line, or experience in a manufacturing environment; consumer packaged goods (CPG) or food and beverage environment preferred


• Must be able to multi-task, troubleshoot, and diagnose problems; must be detail oriented


• Must be a good communicator with strong writing skills


• Must be reliable, possess a strong work ethic, and able to work independently, as well as partner and assist others as needed


• Basic computer skills required; basic math ability required


• Requires shift work with flexibility in hours worked


• Must demonstrate dependability and accountability and promote teamwork


• Help drive the MZB Way culture as a great place to work

Physical Demands:

• Must be willing and able to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.


• Must be willing and able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment


• Must be able to meet physical, environmental, and mental requirements outlined either with or without accommodation


• Frequent lifting, bending, walking and standing for long periods of time

Food Safety Requirements and Responsibilities:



Must comply with all Federal, State, Corporate, Warehouse and Food Safety standards, policies, and guidelines (i.e., HACCP, GMP, SQF, FDA, etc.)



Equal Opportunity Employer: disability / veteran. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace environment for our family of employees. MZB-USA recruits and advances qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, age, religion, marital status, military service, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, or any other status protected by law. MZB-USA also prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and is fully dedicated to the safety of its workforce.


About MZB-USA


Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA (MZB-USA) is the largest fully integrated coffee company in the U.S. delivering innovative solutions for foodservice, retail, and the workplace. We are also the leading private label coffee provider in North America. Our brands include Chock full o'Nuts®, Kauai Coffee®, Hills Bros.® coffee and cappuccino, Segafredo Zanetti®, and more. Parent company, Massimo Zanetti Beverage Group, is the largest privately held coffee group in the world and a global leader in the production of roasted coffee and office coffee brewers, with over 350 Segafredo Zanetti Espresso Café's. Join our family of employees today!


There is no waiting period for benefits which include dental, vision, 401K company match, and flexible spending account options. You'll receive time off benefits (accrual-based) and paid holidays your first year. We also have an on-site medical clinic, cafeteria, frequent employee appreciation events - and of course coffee! Apply Now