Roaster

Description

A. Primary Responsibilities · Daily production roasting on Jabez Burns R23 roaster; backup roasting on 30 kilo Joper roaster · Set up and monitor each roast, record roast data and make adjustments as necessary to ensure roast standards · Transfer and grind roasted coffee · Maintain quality awareness through regular product analysis and cupping of coffees · Perform daily/weekly/monthly roaster maintenance and roasting area cleaning · Help maintain green coffee inventory records and track usage · Work in compliance with HACCP, OSHA, FSMA regulations and all present and future Lacas GMP’s, SOP’s, and SSOP’s · Cooperate with all management/warehouse functions to ensure overall product excellence, operational efficiency and team member / company success · Embrace a culture of continuous improvement

B. Background and Skills Required · High School Diploma / GED · Must have interest in the coffee industry and a desire to expand knowledge base · Reliability is essential. Individual must demonstrate flexibility to meet production and roasting demands, which can include occasional weekends and scheduled early morning or evening shifts

· Computer Literate · Ability to work efficiently and intelligently with minimal supervision · Ability to multi-task in a production environment · Clear written and verbal communication skills; basic math skills · Problem solver with the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment · Accountable and performance-oriented · Mature individual with consistently positive attitude

C. Areas of Measurement · On-time production · Accuracy of production entry · Production metrics

Compensation and Benefits:

Lacas Coffee Company prides itself on offering a challenging workplace with a positive atmosphere and competitive compensation and benefits packages. Our working environment is one of energy, growth and teamwork.

We offer competitive benefits which include:

· Competitive salary · Opportunity to earn additional incentive compensation · Medical, Dental and Vision insurance plans · 401(k) Plan with company match

Requirements

• Must be able to lift overhead, bend, twist, climb, and work in confined areas.
• Must be able to be on your feet all day for entire 8-10 hour shift
• Ability to lift 75 pounds, move 150 pounds and to push/pull up to 1,000 pounds using pallet jack
• Must be able to tolerate warmer temperatures in non-air conditioned space with heat producing equipment