Green Coffee Tank Loader

Position Summary

We are seeking a Coffee Green Tank Loader to join our team. The primary responsibility of this role is to safely and accurately load green coffee into holding tanks for roasting. This position requires the ability to follow instructions, operate forklifts, and maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Take instructions from Roaster Operator to gather green coffee and load into the assigned tank in proper rotation.
• Operate forklift and other equipment to move materials in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Check coffee for foreign material and confirm green coffee is ready to roast.
• Ensure proper lifting and/or dragging techniques are used.
• Record load specifications, quantities, storage tank data, and report to Roaster Operator.
• Maintain an environment that is safe and healthy, and report unsafe situations or conditions immediately.
• Keep work area, including immediate tank area (loading platform, scales, magnets, walls, etc.), and storage warehouse clean and orderly.
• Ensure open sacks and containers are properly labeled and contained.
• Pull product samples as required.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance is adhered to as outlined in Food Safety Plan and other quality Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Position Requirements

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Prior forklift experience is a plus
• Ability to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to follow instructions thoroughly, ask questions if necessary, be engaged in the work, and be a partner in producing the finest ofi products
• Ability to work in a light industrial and somewhat warm environment (during summer) or cool areas (during the winter)
• Ability to pick-up and carry products up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Ability to use full range of motion to bend, stretch, kneel, squat, climb stairs/ladder and work standing up for much of the entire shift
• Ability to deal with problems involving variables in standardized situations
• Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and comply with all safety policies and requirements