Coffee Roasting Technician -2nd Shift

About the role

Join our team as a Production Technician – Roaster and play a key role in producing the high-quality coffee our customers love. In this hands-on manufacturing role, you'll operate roasting equipment, monitor roast profiles, maintain quality standards, and ensure every batch meets our commitment to excellence. Whether you're experienced in manufacturing or looking to grow your career in coffee production, we'll provide the training and support to help you master the roasting process and build your expertise.

Responsibilities

• Operate roasting and grinding equipment to meet daily production schedules.
• Maintain top-tier quality and food safety by following all QC checks, documentation, and procedures.
• Collaborate closely with your team to meet goals safely and efficiently.
• Communicate equipment or process issues to the appropriate departments for quick resolution.
• Take ownership of cleanliness, maintenance, and continuous improvement at your station.
• Taste, evaluate, and refine—participate in cuppings and sensory sessions to keep every roast true to its profile.
• Participate in development opportunities to grow your technical roasting and production expertise.

Requirements

• A hands-on, detail-oriented problem solver with a passion for coffee and craftsmanship.
• A dependable team player who takes pride in precision and quality, and is comfortable working independently.
• Adaptable, motivated, and always eager to learn something new.
• Someone who values safety, collaboration, and doing things the right way—every time.

Preferred Qualifications

• A strong interest—or prior experience—in the coffee industry (barista, roaster, or similar) is a plus.
• Prior experience with Caribou or Peet's Coffee is a big plus.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Exposures

The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, in addition to the following:

• Able to work 8-hour shifts while standing, lifting, bending, and reaching.
• Must be able to work on your feet for over 9 straight hours.
• Able to perform physical tasks that are repetitive and lift up to 30 lbs on a regular basis.
• Must be able to lift 80 pounds 20% of the shift.
• Must be able to endure constant leaning and bending during shift.
• Must be able to handle/move up to 750-pound bins on casters.

The environmental exposures for this position are:

• Airborne particles, fumes, high places, moving parts, muscular strain, noise, odors, high temperatures.

These physical requirements must be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Recharge Time – Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Future You – 401(k) plan with generous match program to help you save.
• Peace of Mind – Life insurance, disability, and options for HSAs and FSAs.
• Everyday Perks – Free coffee and discounts.
• Growth & Support – Career development and an Employee Assistance Program when you need it.

Pay

The target annual base salary range for this position is $20 – $22 per hour. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education, certifications or licenses, other legitimate non-discriminatory business factors, and the geographic location of the role. In addition to base pay, individuals in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses.

Schedule

This position works 2nd Shift, Monday–Friday, 3:30 PM–12:00 AM.