Job Description

The Roast and Grind operator is responsible for providing continuous flow of the coffee within the Westrock Collins Plant. This position is responsible for working with the R&G team to operate automated coffee processing equipment to manufacture roasted and ground coffee. This individual will develop a deep understanding of raw green coffee cleaning, coffee roasting, and coffee grinding techniques. The R&G operator will report to the Roasting Manager.

Job Duties:

• Utilize manufacturing execution systems and computer software to perform production.
• Manages the storage and handling of green coffee in the storage warehouse.
• Set up green loading commands and maintain inventory in the green bean silos.
• Operate green cleaning and loading equipment to prepare green coffee for roasting.
• Operate roasters to produce roasted coffee to meet the production requirements and confirm that the roast time and temperatures are within specifications for each coffee roast profile.
• Operate grinding equipment to create ground coffee to grind specifications.
• Operate supersack filling stations to prepare the coffee for packaging.
• Operate pallet moving equipment to stage coffee in the correct location.
• Complete all logs, forms, and checklist required during shift.
• Perform real-time quality checks of each batch to ensure that it meets quality standards.
• Monitor equipment for proper performance and troubleshoot when problems arise.
• Elevate needs to R&G lead to maintain the flow of work.
• Operate a forklift and other material moving equipment in accordance with safety requirements.
• Conduct necessary transactions using ERP systems to record production data.
• Perform scheduled cleaning and maintenance on equipment.
• Take part in sensory analysis of roasted blends to maintain roasted profiles.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, standards, safety and GMP requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership team.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Food & Beverage or related manufacturing experience
• Experience in monitoring product quality.
• Certified forklift experience.
• Strong mathematical skills using percentages and fractions while working with recipes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, MES systems, and ERP systems.
• Basic knowledge of mechanics and thermodynamics.
• Knowledge of inventory control systems.
• Willingness and desire to develop by gaining coffee industry specific qualifications (Q-grader, SCAA Coffee certifications, etc.)
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Ability to understand department documents and reports.
• Strong teamwork skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Vets / Disabled

Starting Pay Rate

Pay Rate $23.57 per hour