Coffee Production Roaster - Nights

Paris Group Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) w/company matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

The Paris Group seeks a Coffee Production Roaster to provide expert roasting and quality control on our busy production floor. You will manage roasting profiles, monitor flavor consistency, and maintain high standards from bean to cup.

This role requires a high school diploma, experience in roasting, and a passion for process improvement. You’ll work Monday through Friday on 2nd shift, with occasional extended hours during peak times; collaborative teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience as a Coffee Roaster preferred.
• Certification in Specialty Coffee roasting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain coffee roasting equipment according to company standards.
• Develop and execute roasting profiles to achieve desired flavor.
• Adjust roasting parameters to maintain consistency and quality across batches.
• Monitor and record roasting data.
• Collaborate with quality control to troubleshoot roast/profile issues.
• Manage green coffee bean inventory including receiving, storage, rotation.
• Keep accurate records of roasted coffee inventory and production batches.
• Coordinate with supply chain to ensure steady green bean supply.
• Perform regular maintenance and cleaning of roasting equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment with external technicians if needed.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment; follow safety protocols.
• Seek opportunities to improve roasting processes and product quality.
• Participate in training and development programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Coffee roasting

Quality control

Attention to detail

Production data recording

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma (or GED)

Specialty Coffee Association roasting certification

Tools

Coffee roasting equipment

Cupping lab equipment

Job description

Are you looking for a place where you can make a difference and feel appreciated? The Paris Group is rapidly growing our coffee production business and we are looking to add to our family of associates with additional caring people who also have a positive attitude, are smart, and enjoy continuously making things better for our customers, and our team.

Who we are:

We are The Paris Group, a privately held industry leader committed to excellence in all that we do. A diversified manufacturer and distributor of specialty food products, premium specialty coffee, 3PL, warehousing and distribution services, we believe we make the world in which we participate better, especially for our wonderful customers.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Coffee Production Roaster will have a deep understanding of coffee beans, roasting profiles, and a keen eye for quality control. The Coffee Production Roaster will be responsible for roasting coffee beans to perfection, ensuring consistency in flavor, and maintaining the highest standards of quality throughout the production process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Operate and maintain coffee roasting equipment according to company standards.
• Develop and execute roasting profiles to achieve desired flavor characteristics.
• Adjust roasting parameters to maintain consistency and quality across batches.
• Monitor and record roasting data, making adjustments as necessary to improve the final product.
• Collaborate with the quality control team to troubleshoot any issues related to roast profiles or bean quality.
• Manage green coffee bean inventory, including receiving, storage, and rotation.
• Keep accurate records of roasted coffee inventory and production batches.
• Coordinate with the supply chain team to ensure a steady supply of green coffee beans.
• Perform regular maintenance and cleaning of roasting equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment as needed, coordinating with external technicians if necessary.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment, adhering to all safety protocols.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve roasting processes and product quality.
• Participate in training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY

Position has limited fiscal responsibility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma (or GED equivalent).
• Experience as a Coffee Roaster or similar role in the coffee industry a plus.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Relevant expertise and/or certifications (e.g., Specialty Coffee Association roasting certification) are aplus

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• In-depth knowledge of coffee beans, roasting processes, and flavor profiles.
• Familiarity with roasting equipment and machinery maintenance.

Skill in:

• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality products.
• Basic computer skills for recording and analyzing production data.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships

Ability to:

• Problem Solving: High degree of analysis, problem solving and creativity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Meet schedules and deadlines for the work
• Manage and schedule time effectively

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

• Work is primarily on the production floor, but may also include work in the cupping lab.
• Monday through Friday 2nd shift.
• Occasional abnormal hours and/or weekends are expected and required during peak times or to meet production needs.

TRAVEL

• Occasional travel within the metropolitan area may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• This position requires frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions including hot and cold environments on the manufacturing floor from 40 to 120 degrees.
• This position requires standing for long periods of time.
• Incumbents may be required to exert up to up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently.
• Repetitive motion using hands and arms are required to operate equipment.
• This position operates in a frequently high-noise environment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) w/company matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

EEO STATEMENT

• The Paris Group is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and a pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana (THC), consistent with federal contractor requirements.