Roaster Trainee- Night Shift-Manufacturing Roasting Plant
About The Position
The Roaster Trainee is a full-time, non-exempt position based at Peet's Roasting Plant. Reporting to the Manager of Roasting Processes and training under the guidance of a Senior Certified Roasting Trainer, this role supports daily roasting operations while completing a structured certification program. The trainee will develop the knowledge and skills needed to operate commercial coffee roasting equipment safely and efficiently, learning the roasting process from green coffee through finished product. Through hands-on training, they will gain experience with roasting equipment, roast profiles, production systems, quality standards, and food safety practices while contributing to daily manufacturing operations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Minimum 1 year of experience working in an industrial production facility
- Capable of reading and understanding production documents and safety manuals
- Basic math, reading, and writing skills
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
- Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
- Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment, manage and follow through multi-step project steps/procedures consistently.
- Perform work in a timely and professional manner.
- Ability to multitask.
- Highly motivated, self-directed, and results-driven.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Acute sensory skills.
- Must be able to maintain an elevated level of professionalism both on and off the job as a direct representative of Peet’s Coffee.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a warehouse or food manufacturing environment desired
Responsibilities
- Learn basic operations of the GHS (Green Handling System) system and Microsoft Dynamics D365 Warehouse Management System.
- Complete a forklift certification.
- Learn basic ICO marks, internal reference codes, bag weights and Peet’s blends.
- Become proficient as a sensory panelist, participate in daily production cupping and sensory tests.
- Learn the functionality of Peet’s roasting equipment, understand general maintenance and acquire the skills to roast independently.
- Learn the theory of roasting and apply it to daily roasts.
- Learn Peet’s quality and food safety control system.
- Manage inventory with mobile device.
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager of roasting.
- Roast batches consistently meeting documented quality standards over a period of 12 months.
- Continual roasting of high demand full batch size coffees will be part of the certification process to achieve the status of a full Level 1 Roaster.
- Successfully pass a written and oral examination given onsite to achieve Level 1 Roaster status within 12 months.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan, with generous matching
- Full medical, dental and vision insurance
- Paid vacation
- Free coffee and fresh baked goods as well as an employee discount
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans
- Superior 401(k) plan
- Various paid time off programs
- Employee discount/perks
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee referral bonus program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
