Roasting Apprentice 1

DILLANOS COFFEE ROASTERS INC•Sumner, WA

4d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 6–9 month hands-on training program designed to build the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to advance to Roasting Apprentice 2. You won’t just watch from the sidelines—you’ll learn by doing. We’re looking for someone who is ready to learn, willing to work hard, and excited to develop a specialized craft.

Requirements

Dependable, detail-oriented, and takes ownership of their work
Eager to learn and receptive to coaching and feedback
Can work independently while also being a strong teammate
Can stay organized and manage multiple tasks and priorities
Basic math and computer skills
Communicates clearly, both verbally and in writing
Takes safety, quality, and consistency seriously
Can become certified to operate a forklift
Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
Can work overtime and occasional weekends as needed
Can follow Dillanos' Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all safety requirements
Regularly walk, stand, bend, and climb stairs
Properly lift up to 75 lbs. unassisted and 152 lbs. with assistance
Work safely around production and roasting equipment
Work in a warehouse environment where temperature and humidity can vary with local weather conditions

Nice To Haves

Previous production or coffee roasting experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Learn coffee roasting fundamentals and roasting theory
Operate 240k roaster, progressing from observation to supervised roasting and ultimately independent roasting
Learn roasting equipment identification and operation
Maintain batch logs, detailed roasting notes, and Cropster input
Perform green coffee off-loading and silo loading
Understand pre- and post-blending processes
Learn cupping protocols and coffee quality assessment
Operate MPE controls and batch transfers
Follow organic procedures
Perform daily, weekly, and quarterly roaster maintenance
Maintain Green Room protocols
Become certified to operate a forklift
Adhere to fire safety and emergency procedures
Independently roast designated coffees on our 240k roaster while meeting Dillanos' quality, safety, and production standards by the end of the 6–9 month program.