Coffee Roaster-3rd Shift

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Portland seeks a Coffee Roaster who can turn raw beans into the perfect cup. You’ll roast and blend, follow roast profiles, and use roasting equipment safely in a lively team setting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, can lift up to 70 lbs, and is comfortable with reading and writing, with a knack for improving efficiency. This temp-to-hire role offers overtime on a night shift (11pm–7:30am, Sun–Thu).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• Strong knowledge of equipment operation and roasting procedures.
• Excellent reading and writing skills.
• Team player able to follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Roast and blend coffees to meet roast profiles and recipes.
• Operate roasting equipment safely and maintain procedures.
• Describe cup characteristics using cupping procedures.
• Move products within the Roasting Department and operate equipment.
• Follow SQF 2000 Code and maintain equipment safely.
• Maintain daily/weekly housekeeping and support other areas as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Creativity

Reading & writing

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

? Join Our Team as a Coffee Roaster in Portland! ?

Are you passionate about coffee and eager to turn raw beans into the perfect cup of joe? We’re looking for aCoffee Roasterto join our team in Portland. This is your chance to work in a vibrant environment where your skills and creativity will shine!

Why You’ll Love This Job:

• Competitive Pay:Earn $20.25/hr with opportunities for overtime.
• Flexible Schedule:Enjoy a graveyard shift from 11pm – 7:30am, Sunday – Thursday, with occasional volunteer OT on Fridays.
• Casual Dress Code:Work comfortably in a casual environment with slip-resistant composite shoes.
• Career Growth:This is a temp-to-hire position with opportunities for advancement.

What You’ll Do:

• Transform Beans:Roast and blend coffees to perfection, following specific roast profiles and blending recipes.
• Master Equipment:Learn the safe operation of all roasting equipment, roast terminology, and maintenance procedures.
• Quality Control:Identify and describe cup characteristics of roasted coffee using standard cupping procedures.
• Move Product:Transport products to necessary locations and operate all equipment in the Roasting Department.
• Safety First:Adhere to equipment maintenance procedures and comply with Safe Quality Food 2000 Code (SQF 2000 Code).
• Housekeeping:Maintain daily and weekly housekeeping duties and assist in other areas as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience:High School Diploma or G.E.D. and good mechanical aptitude.
• Physical Ability:Capable of lifting up to 70 lbs and pushing/pulling up to 100 lbs.
• Skills:Strong knowledge of equipment operation, creativity in improving efficiency, and excellent reading and writing skills.
• Team Player:Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and work well with others.