Production Coffee Grinder - 1st Shift

Job Title: Coffee Grinder

Location: Sunbury, PA

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: 1st Shift

Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour

Job Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Coffee Grinder to join our team. In this role, you will operate commercial-grade grinders to process large batches of coffee beans according to specific grind sizes and quality standards. You will ensure that the grinding process meets production requirements for packaged coffee products while maintaining equipment and adhering to safety and sanitation protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate Commercial Coffee Grinders: Use industrial grinding equipment to grind coffee beans according to precise specifications for various packaged coffee products.
• Monitor Grinding Process: Ensure consistency in grind size, texture, and quality by regularly inspecting the output.
• Adjust Equipment Settings: Fine-tune grinder settings based on product requirements, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
• Maintain Equipment: Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of grinding machinery to prevent breakdowns and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Quality Control: Work closely with quality assurance teams to conduct grind analysis and ensure that coffee meets company and regulatory standards.
• Batch Documentation: Accurately record production data, including grind size, batch numbers, and any adjustments made during the process.
• Safety & Sanitation Compliance: Follow all workplace safety guidelines, including proper handling of equipment, use of protective gear, and adherence to cleanliness standards.
• Collaborate with Production Team: Work alongside roasters, packagers, and quality control personnel to ensure smooth workflow and high product standards.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience: Previous experience in coffee grinding, food processing, or manufacturing preferred but not required. Training will be provided.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with commercial-grade grinders or similar industrial food processing equipment is a plus.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to monitor and adjust grind settings for quality control.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move barrels of coffee beans (up to 50 lbs), stand for extended periods, and work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Team Player: Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with colleagues in a production setting.
• Commitment to Safety & Quality: Understanding of food safety regulations and best practices in a manufacturing environment.

Why Join Us?

Growth Opportunities: Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. has been featured in Inc. 500's fastest growing companies in the US list in both 2015 and 2016 and in 2017 was featured in the top 1000. Since our start up in 2009, Fresh Roasted Coffee has maintained a 40% growth rate year after year and currently employs a staff of 60+. We are currently operational at our climate-controlled 84,000 square foot facility in Sunbury, PA.

Company Culture: At Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. We offer a fun and rewarding place to work. Our workforce promotes a stress-free environment where employees are encouraged to have fun and be creative.

Benefits: Excellent benefits which include health, dental, vision coverage, 401K retirement with employer matching. Paid time off and paid holidays after 90 days of employment.

If you are enthusiastic about coffee production and enjoy working in a hands-on manufacturing setting, we encourage you to apply for the Coffee Grinder position today!

Pre-Employment Screening Disclaimer

Fresh Roasted Coffee and Positively Tea are committed to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment. As part of our hiring process, all final candidates may be required to undergo a pre-employment background check and drug screening, in accordance with applicable laws and company policies. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Fresh Roasted Coffee and Positively Tea are equal opportunity employers and follow all federal, state, and local regulations regarding background checks and drug testing.