Roast & Grind Operator 2nd shift - Little Rock, AR

S&D Coffee; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

S&D Coffee is seeking a Roast & Grind Operator for the 2nd shift in Little Rock. You will operate automated coffee processing equipment to manufacture roasted and ground coffee, while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

The role requires forklift certification, strong math and communication skills, and experience with MES/ERP systems. You will collaborate with the R&G team and report to the Roasting Manager in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• HSD/GED or equivalent required.
• Experience in food & beverage manufacturing preferred.
• Experience monitoring product quality.
• Forklift certification is required.
• Strong math skills for recipes (percentages/fractions).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft tools, MES and ERP systems.
• Basic mechanics and thermodynamics knowledge.
• Knowledge of inventory control systems.
• Willingness to gain coffee industry qualifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers.
• Ability to read department documents and reports.
• Strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated coffee processing equipment to roast & grind.
• Monitor roast times and temperatures per profiles.
• Manage green coffee storage and inventory in silos.
• Set up green loading commands and maintain stock.
• Operate roasting equipment to meet production specs.
• Operate grinding equipment to required grind specs.
• Run supersack filling and pallet movement safely.
• Complete shift logs, forms, and checklists.
• Perform real-time quality checks on each batch.
• Record production data in ERP/MES systems.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Math skills

Manufacturing experience

Food & Beverage knowledge

Quality monitoring

ERP/MES familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft applications

MES systems

ERP systems

Job description

Roast & Grind Operator 2nd shift

Location: Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Job Description

The Roast and Grind operator is responsible for providing continuous flow of the coffee within the Westrock Collins Plant. This position is responsible for working with the R&G team to operate automated coffee processing equipment to manufacture roasted and ground coffee. This individual will develop a deep understanding of raw green coffee cleaning, coffee roasting, and coffee grinding techniques. The R&G operator will report to the Roasting Manager.

Job Duties:

• Utilize manufacturing execution systems and computer software to perform production.
• Manages the storage and handling of green coffee in the storage warehouse.
• Set up green loading commands and maintain inventory in the green bean silos.
• Operate green cleaning and loading equipment to prepare green coffee for roasting.
• Operate roasters to produce roasted coffee to meet the production requirements and confirm that the roast time and temperatures are within specifications for each coffee roast profile.
• Operate grinding equipment to create ground coffee to grind specifications.
• Operate supersack filling stations to prepare the coffee for packaging.
• Operate pallet moving equipment to stage coffee in the correct location.
• Complete all logs, forms, and checklist required during shift.
• Perform real-time quality checks of each batch to ensure that it meets quality standards.
• Monitor equipment for proper performance and troubleshoot when problems arise.
• Elevate needs to R&G lead to maintain the flow of work.
• Operate a forklift and other material moving equipment in accordance with safety requirements.
• Conduct necessary transactions using ERP systems to record production data.
• Perform scheduled cleaning and maintenance on equipment.
• Take part in sensory analysis of roasted blends to maintain roasted profiles.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, standards, safety and GMP requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership team.

Requisition Number

7003

Shift

Second

Qualification

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Food & Beverage or related manufacturing experience
• Experience in monitoring product quality.
• Certified forklift experience.
• Strong mathematical skills using percentages and fractions while working with recipes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, MES systems, and ERP systems.
• Basic knowledge of mechanics and thermodynamics.
• Knowledge of inventory control systems.
• Willingness and desire to develop by gaining coffee industry specific qualifications (Q-grader, SCAA Coffee certifications, etc.)
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers.
• Ability to understand department documents and reports.
• Strong teamwork skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Vets / Disabled

Starting Pay Rate

Pay Rate $23.57 per hour