Small Planes Coffee is seeking a well-qualified, enthusiastic candidate to fill the role of Production Roaster at our coffee roasting facility in Washington DC. Small Planes is a seven-year-old coffee company that is defined by three core values: the relentless pursuit of coffee quality, an authentic commitment to fair and sustainable business practices, and a friendly, accessible approach to customer service.
Job Overview
The Production Roaster's role is to follow pre-determined roast recipes on our Loring S15 Falcon roaster set by our Director of Coffee. The Small Planes roasting team will train or orient any new hire on our in-house systems and techniques. No previous roasting experience required but we are looking for a curiosity about coffee and the roasting process, a willingness to work both within a team and independently, attention to detail and reliability. The position will be for two 8 hr shifts weekly between Monday-Thursday. Our current hours of operation begin as early as 6am and end as late as 10pm and roasting shifts reflect those hours.
Job Responsibilities
Follow profiles established by Small Planes roasting department using Cropster interface
Utilize other computer programs including Google Suite
Proficiency with other equipment, including Sovda Pearl Mini, air compressor, scales, vacuum lifts
Restocking green coffee supply
Communicate with roasting team and leadership regarding issues with supplies, equipment, coffee
Assist with regular equipment cleaning and maintenance.
Light custodial tasks including taking out trash and recycling 2x/week, cleaning bathrooms and warehouse weekly
Regularly taste coffee and contribute feedback
Attend weekly staff meeting
Other responsibilities and cross-training into other departments as needed
Qualifications
Willing and able to follow instructions and perform repetitive tasks accurately and consistently.
Interest in using logical problem-solving to implement and refine production systems.
Self-motivated when working independently.
Effective team player when assisting co-workers.
Professional commitment to maintaining Small Planes’ quality and customer service standards.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout shift.
Able to lift up to 70 pounds with assistance
Basic computer competency
Please email with a resume as well as the following- (IMPORTANT)
1. Please tell us why you think you would be a good fit for this position and our company in particular.
2. Tell us a significant experience you've had while making, serving or drinking coffee.
All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other discriminating factors.