Maintenance Technician Intern (Finance)
Department: Manufacturing
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor
Travel Required: limited to no travel
Work Type: On site
Why Join Community Coffee?
At Community Coffee, every cup tells a story. As America's #1 family-owned and operated retail coffee brand, we blend cherished traditions with innovative thinking to create a dynamic, fast-paced environment that's as energizing as our coffee. Here, you'll thrive in a setting that challenges you to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact every day. Join our family and transform your passion for coffee into a rewarding career-where every day is an opportunity to craft exceptional experiences and build lasting connections.
Position Overview
The Maintenance Technician Intern supports production operations by assisting in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of coffee processing and packaging equipment. This role is designed to provide hands-on experience in equipment operations, preventative maintenance, and production support while learning from experienced maintenance professionals. The intern plays a key role in helping ensure equipment runs safely, efficiently, and consistently to meet production goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Supports the monitoring of production processes from the receipt of green coffee through the delivery of finished product to packaging.
- Assists with the operation and maintenance of equipment such as automatic roasters, grinders, and transfer machinery.
- Follows established cleaning procedures for equipment to ensure compliance with quality and sanitation standards.
- Observes equipment performance, identifies irregularities, and assists in making adjustments to maintain optimal conditions.
- Participates in troubleshooting activities to help optimize equipment performance and minimize downtime.
- Performs routine quality checks, including moisture and color analysis, under supervision.
- Assists in preventative maintenance tasks such as lubrication and cleaning, and records activity in equipment logs and the Master Cleaning Schedule (MCS).
- Gains exposure to high-speed packaging equipment and supports operations to help maintain product quality and production efficiency.
- Aids in machine changeovers, basic mechanical adjustments, and preventative maintenance tasks.
- Collects and records quality and performance data, including downtime logs and production metrics.
- Maintains accurate reporting through daily production summaries and system entries in SAP.
- Supports maintenance technicians in machinery repairs and upkeep as assigned.
- May be asked to perform additional duties as necessary
Position Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Current enrollment in an advanced technical degree or university REQUIRED.
- 0-1 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to operate electric pallet jack, forklift, hoist, and various hand and power tools.
- Familiar with industrial and mechanical terminology.
Foundational Competencies
- Builds Trust
- Continuous Learner
- Customer Centric
- Effective Communication
- Integrity
- Results Oriented
Additional Competencies
- Accountability
- Adaptability
- Resourcefulness
- Collaborates
- Takes Action
Physical Demands/Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following:
- Frequently required to sit
- Occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
- Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
Our Values
Champion People
Inspire Creativity
Wow Our Customers
Serve Our Communities
Win Together Community Coffee Company offers a competitive salary and benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), short- and long-term disability, paid time off and employee assistance program.
Community Coffee Company and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, genetic information, uniformed service, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal or state law. Community Coffee Company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal or state law. Community Coffee Company will also provide reasonable accommodations to allow an employee to perform the essential functions of a position, as required by applicable law. This application is considered current for sixty (60) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.
