Roaster III

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for roasting high quality coffee to meet the demand of customers of GMCR. This person must also have roasting knowledge, green bean knowledge, communication skills, computer knowledge, and roaster mechanical knowledge and be able to manipulate roasting software to achieve roast profiles. The Roaster is also responsible for ensuring coffee quality, scheduling completion, making sure blends are done correctly and coffee is sent to the correct package areas. Also must ensure the safety of persons around the roaster area and observe and manage emergency situations. The Roaster will also work with Q.C. and other related departments to ensure the coffee quality is up to GMCRs standards as well as implementing new products into the process.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Control gas fired roasters to remove moisture from coffee beans.

Have a clear understanding of the origin of the coffee, decaf processes, GMCR Blends, the information from Coffee College, and roasting technology.

Organize and verify roasting schedules, check for waivers and verification and inventory of correct green beans in the bins.

Manage roasting process from selecting profile to scheduling to packaging in order to ensure on time customer delivery.

Program the schedule in computer, calibrate the Agtron, and roast green beans to schedule as well as desired Agtron specification and roasting time.

Set, adjust and observe temperature and time controls for roasting process and to maintain required temperature.

Remove sample to compare color of roasting beans in roaster with color standard to estimate roasting time.

Inspect each roast for GMCR specs, make adjustments as necessary to roast and observe equipment.

Record roast data, Agtons, weights, coffee types and hand loads for People Soft backup.

Continuous observation of the roasters and green delivery systems for mechanical failures and power outages.

Must be able to work in a high level production environment with the ability to understand and operate complex equipment such as PLCs, operating control systems, roasters, blenders and grinders that interfaces with machines.

The ability to stay calm and alert in emergency situations and direct others on procedures to be taken during them.

Enter information into PeopleSoft system and other Roasting systems.

Verify roasters are working and trouble shoot when problems arise with the machines.

Performing weekly ACO (automatic clean out), ensuring the roasters are burned out, inspected and maintained.

Maintain clean and safe work environment.

Know all components of Bill of Materials and the blending operation such as running the blending system.

Adhere to Federal, State, local and GMCR safety policies and procedures.

Ability to adjust roast schedules to meet internal customer needs.

OTHER NECESSARY FUNCTIONS:

Must be able to perform and understand all functions of the roasting department and process

Follow all policies, procedures, ergonomic standards and safety requirements directed by GMCR and the department

Perform other duties as requested by management
 RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of five years Roasting experience

Must have experience with roasting software

Knowledge of green bean quality and how roasted quality affects it

Must be able to produce a high quality product in a fast paced multi tasking environment

Able to use and understand roasting profiles

Must have fire fighting, emergency and safety training

Computer knowledge of Microsoft Applications and PeopleSoft

Scheduling background in a manufacturing environment preferred

Basic math, mechanical and electrical skills

Knowledge of inventory control systems

Flexible, self motivated team player with the ability to follow direction and at times work independently

Ability to get along with others and have a positive attitude and good work ethic

Good verbal and written communication skills

Strong attention to detail is a must

Ability to lead, train and motivate others

Ability to become forklift certified

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Safety conscious and have the ability to perform in an emergency setting

Ability to work flexible hours, overtime and be punctual

Ability to travel out of state for extended periods of time for training

Ability to lift up to a 100 pounds on a frequent basis with equipment assistance

Ability to lift, bend stretch, and stand during entire shift

Ability to frequently kneel, squat, bend, stoop, twist, reach overhead, and conduct repetitive motions

An offer of employment for this position will be contingent upon the individual successfully completing a pre-employment physical as well as a drug screen, as provided by a GMCR selected physician. This individual may also be required to authorize GMCR to run a Criminal Background Check. The examination and criminal background check must be completed prior to the first day of employment. GMCR reserves the right to determine the suitability of an applicant for a position based on an evaluation of all available information, including but not limited to past work performance, applications, resumes, references and background checks.

GMCR is an E-Verify employer.


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Country: USA, State: Virginia, City: Suffolk, Company: Green Mountain Coffee Roasters.