Distribution specialist 2nd shift

Distribution Specialist / Forklift Driver

Available shift: 2nd shift Monday-Thursday 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that celebrates coffee and its rich tradition and that also brings a feeling of connection. We are known for developing and supporting partners who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

At the Distribution Center, we keep a vast array of Starbucks products flowing from suppliers to customers across the globe. This important work happens in an environment that values safety, teamwork, diversity & inclusion, and shared success.

• Perform a range of shipping, receiving, and inventory control duties, including loading and unloading trailers, replenishing stock, filling orders, providing inventory services, and completing required documentation of product movement.
• Ensure quality by continually reviewing work to detect and correct errors.
• Safely and effectively operate a variety of powered industrial trucks to perform various distribution tasks.
• Demonstrate and understand safety as a core value and follow the key essentials to safety as set forth by our safety resolution; reinforce and coach others to do the same.
• Understand and follow established safety guidelines, consistently complying with all safety procedures (e.g., PPE, Lock Out Tag Out).
• 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.

• High school diploma/GED, US military service or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Attention to detail.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written direction.
• Ability to understand written policies, guidelines, specifications and safety standards.
• Familiarity with computerized inventory and order selection systems.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance.
• Ability to operate required material handling equipment.
• Ability to work on elevated equipment.
• Ability to work with a diverse team environment.
• Ability to work in accordance with safety, quality and sanitation standards, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work variable shifts to support business needs.
• Distribution/warehouse experience (1 year).
• Experience operating a stand‑up powered industrial truck (1 year).
• Familiarity with food safety regulatory requirements and global standards, including Preventive Controls for Human Food (FDA Code of Federal Regulations) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Experience with GFSI certification schemes (e.g., BRC and/or SQF).

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short‑term and long‑term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year.

Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well‑being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first‑time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities.

You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and…