Day Shift Roaster Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Summary:

The Coffee Roaster is responsible for handling and staging roasting materials, coffee cupping analysis and operation/maintenance of our commercial roasters and roasting accessories. The ideal candidate is an experienced multitasker who can think on their toes and work both independently and collaboratively. Most of all, the Roaster must be passionate about making a high quality great tasting coffee.

Schedule: 6:00 pm - 6:30 am; 12 hour shift on 2-2-3 schedule

Responsibilities:

• Assist Roasting Manager in receiving green coffee to meet the daily production schedule.
• Participate in blending and weighing roasted coffee while maintaining great quality and adhering to visual standards set forth by La Colombe.
• Overseeing and tracking inventory of green coffee beans, bags, and other production materials.
• Develop necessary product knowledge (Coffee names, bag weights, etc).
• Operate grinders, green loaders, and roasters.
• Perform daily maintenance for optimum machine capability on roasters and other roasting accessories.
• Occasionally participate in extensive weekend cleanings of roasting equipment.
• Alert Production managers and head roasters of any mechanical issues or changes in production flow.
• Properly record and follow S.O.P Protocols as laid out by Production and Roasting Managers.
• Must be available to work flexible hours and overtime on weekends and holidays.
• Must develop knowledge of GMP, SQF, food plant operations, and safety.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of coffee roasting experience with production roasters.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in cupping / sensory analysis.
• Proven ability to roast coffee to precise specifications consistently.
• Experience with Cropster coffee roasting software preferred.
• Industrial equipment operation experience preferred, including forklift.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to reach above shoulder level, climb, balance, kneel, bend over, etc.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to assemble small objects, boxes, etc.
• Be physically active for 8 hours without becoming fatigued or out of breath.
• Stand for 8 hours a day.
• Frequently lift and or move 40+ pounds.
• Occasionally lift and or move 75+ pounds.
• Push/pull up to 1400 lbs with supplied equipment.
• Must be comfortable working in both hot and cold environments.

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 byHamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers - Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafes nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.

 
Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products inNew York,Idaho,MichiganandAustralia, and its products are available throughoutNorth Americaand distributed inAustraliaand other select markets.

For more information, please visit www.chobani.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this full-time position is $27.75 - $37.25, + bonus + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. 

Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid and flexible time off based on start date and tenure and 11 holidays each year.