Roasting Production Assistant

Job Purpose

The Assistant Coffee Roaster plays a key supporting role in the Production Department by

assisting in the roasting, handling, and quality evaluation of coffee to ensure a consistent and

high-quality product across all Buddy Brew Coffee channels, including Retail, Wholesale, and

Grocery.

This position is responsible for supporting daily roasting operations, maintaining accurate

inventory records, and contributing to efficient production workflows. By assisting in tracking

green and roasted coffee, this role helps ensure that the company is able to meet demand, fulfill

orders accurately, and utilize coffee in a cost-effective manner aligned with departmental goals.

The Assistant Coffee Roaster is expected to develop a strong foundational knowledge of coffee,

including roast profiles, green coffee characteristics, and quality standards. Through hands-on

learning, attention to detail, and a passion for coffee, this role supports continuous improvement

in both product quality and production processes.

Success in this role is achieved by consistently supporting the production team, maintaining high

standards of organization and cleanliness, and contributing to a culture of quality, curiosity, and

operational excellence.

Roasting Manager Duties

• Assist with daily roasting and packaging needs using ShipStation, and

Cropster

• Support the roasting schedule to help ensure coffee is ready for packaging

and order fulfillment

• Work alongside the production team to maintain timely and accurate order

flow

• Assist in monitoring green and roasted coffee inventory levels to help

prevent shortages

• Accurately record and track green coffee purchases, storage, and roasted

inventory on a regular basis

• Communicate clearly with team members in person and via Slack to

support daily production needs

• Maintain a professional and team-oriented demeanor at all times