Job Summary
Ootopia Coffee Roasters is currently hiring for the position of Assistant Coffee Roaster. In this role, you will support the roasting process, ensuring high-quality production while maintaining safety and cleanliness standards. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help us deliver consistently outstanding coffee to our customers. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop hands-on skills in coffee roasting, equipment operation, and manufacturing within a vibrant food and beverage environment.
Duties
- Assist in operating coffee roasting equipment, monitoring temperature, airflow, and roast profiles to achieve desired flavor profiles
- Support the cleaning and sanitation of all machinery, work areas, and storage spaces in accordance with HACCP, CGMP, and safety protocols
- Troubleshoot equipment issues promptly to minimize downtime and ensure continuous production flow
- Handle raw materials and finished products safely using proper manual handling techniques and material handling equipment when necessary
- Participate in quality assurance processes by inspecting roasted beans for consistency and adherence to quality standards
- Follow safety standards rigorously during all phases of manufacturing, including heavy lifting of up to 50lbs and machine operation
- Assist with packaging, labeling, and warehousing tasks to ensure efficient product distribution
Requirements
- Prior experience in beverage manufacturing facilities or food & beverage production environments is highly preferred
- Knowledge of sanitation procedures, HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point), CGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices), and food safety standards
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues effectively
- Basic math skills for measuring ingredients, adjusting recipes, and recording data accurately
- Experience operating material handling equipment and warehouse machinery is a plus
- Ability to perform heavy lifting of up to 50lbs safely
- Strong team leadership qualities with excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively within a fast-paced environment
Join us in creating exceptional coffee experiences! We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where your skills grow alongside our passion for quality. This paid position offers comprehensive training and opportunities for advancement within our vibrant food & beverage manufacturing community.
Hours for this postion are Monday - Thursday, 7am - 4pm.
Starting pay range is $19-21 per hour depending on prior experience. An employment review occurs at 90 days with opportunity for a pay raise along with access to employee 401K plan. Employee Health and Dental Plan is available only to full time employees working 40 hours per week.
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
