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IDYLL CORPORATION

Head Coffee Roaster

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Perform quality control checks, including cupping and tasting, to evaluate roast quality and consistency. * Assist green coffee buyer in selecting and evaluating coffees, as well as developing roast ...

IDYLL CORPORATION

Head Coffee Roaster

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Perform quality control checks, including cupping and tasting, to evaluate roast quality and consistency. * Assist green coffee buyer in selecting and evaluating coffees, as well as developing roast ...

Coldfire Roaster LLC

Roaster

Houston, TX · On-site

Load and unload green coffee; move roasted coffee to packaging in a timely manner. * Clean and maintain roasting equipment, cooling trays, destoners, and surrounding work areas. * Assist in ...

Equator Coffees

Associate Roaster

San Rafael, CA · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Equator Coffees

Associate Roaster

San Rafael, CA · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Coldfire Roaster LLC

Roaster Assistant

Houston, TX

Key Responsibilities * Assist the Coffee Roaster with daily roast preparation, including weighing, staging, and organizing green coffee. * Support the roasting process by monitoring equipment ...

Equator Coffees

Associate Roaster

San Rafael, CA · On-site

$23 - $27/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of ...

Westrock Coffee

Material Handler I Processing

Concord, NC · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Cuts green coffee bags for green pit dumping. * Assists with sacking off coffee in Green and Roasting areas as required. * Perform master sanitation tasks as required. * Assists with rework ...

Westrock Coffee

Material Handler I Processing

Concord, NC · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Cuts green coffee bags for green pit dumping. * Assists with sacking off coffee in Green and Roasting areas as required. * Perform master sanitation tasks as required. * Assists with rework ...

Starbucks

loader technician, 1st shift rotating

Augusta, GA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Load green coffee into the Green Coffee Cleaning and Green Coffee Silo Storage system. * Monitor and maintain green coffee dust collection system. * Coordinate with roasting and logistics partners to ...

Westrock Coffee

Material Handler I Processing

Concord, NC · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Cuts green coffee bags for green pit dumping. * Assists with sacking off coffee in Green and Roasting areas as required. * Perform master sanitation tasks as required. * Assists with rework ...

Westrock Coffee

Material Handler I Processing

Concord, NC · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Cuts green coffee bags for green pit dumping. * Assists with sacking off coffee in Green and Roasting areas as required. * Perform master sanitation tasks as required. * Assists with rework ...

Westrock Coffee

Material Handler I Processing

Concord, NC · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Cuts green coffee bags for green pit dumping. * Assists with sacking off coffee in Green and Roasting areas as required. * Perform master sanitation tasks as required. * Assists with rework ...

Buddy Brew Coffee

Production Roaster

Tampa, FL

Coffee Quality & Green Coffee Management -Leads daily coffee quality initiatives through cupping, sensory evaluation, and ongoing quality control processes to ensure all roasted coffees meet ...

Westrock Coffee

Material Handler I Processing

Concord, NC · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Cuts green coffee bags for green pit dumping. * Assists with sacking off coffee in Green and Roasting areas as required. * Perform master sanitation tasks as required. * Assists with rework ...

Buddy Brew Coffee

Production Roaster

Tampa, FL

Coffee Quality & Green Coffee Management -Leads daily coffee quality initiatives through cupping, sensory evaluation, and ongoing quality control processes to ensure all roasted coffees meet ...

Buddy Brew Coffee

Roasting Production Assistant

Tampa, FL

$15 - $19.50/hr

By assisting in tracking green and roasted coffee, this role helps ensure that the company is able to meet demand, fulfill orders accurately, and utilize coffee in a cost-effective manner aligned ...

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A Green Coffee job typically involves sourcing, buying, quality control, and logistics of unroasted coffee beans. Professionals in this field work with coffee producers, traders, and roasters to ensure high-quality beans are selected and delivered. Responsibilities may include evaluating bean quality, managing supply chain operations, and negotiating contracts. This role requires knowledge of coffee cultivation, market trends, and sustainability practices.

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To thrive as a Green Coffee Buyer or Specialist, you need deep knowledge of coffee origins, grading, and quality assessment, often supported by Q Grader certification or similar credentials. Experience with cupping protocols, lab equipment for moisture and density analysis, and supply chain management systems is highly valued. Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills are essential for working with producers and partners globally. These abilities ensure you can source high-quality beans efficiently, maintain supplier trust, and support consistent product standards for your organization.

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Coffee Roaster

One Fifty-Three Management Company LLC

Washington, DC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule

Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented Coffee Roaster to support the daily roasting, production, quality control, and fulfillment needs of our coffee program. This role is responsible for roasting coffee to established profiles, maintaining consistency and quality, supporting wholesale and café production, and helping ensure that every coffee served or sold reflects our standards of excellence and hospitality.
The ideal candidate is passionate about coffee, highly organized, dependable, and comfortable working in a production-focused environment. This role requires both technical skill and a hands-on willingness to support the broader needs of the café, wholesale, catering, and events business.
Key Responsibilities
  • Coffee Roasting and Production
  • Roast coffee according to established roast profiles, production schedules, and quality standards.
  • Monitor roast curves, development times, batch consistency, and post-roast results.
  • Operate, clean, and maintain roasting equipment safely and properly.
  • Track roast data, production notes, and batch information using roasting software or internal systems.
  • Support production roasting for café use, retail bags, wholesale accounts, catering, events, and special projects.
Quality Control
  • Participate in regular cuppings, tastings, and quality checks to ensure consistency and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Evaluate green coffee, roasted coffee, and brewed coffee for flavor, quality, freshness, and defects.
  • Work with leadership to refine roast profiles, brewing standards, and product offerings.
  • Maintain high standards for freshness, storage, labeling, and product rotation.
Packaging and Fulfillment
  • Package roasted coffee for retail, wholesale, catering, and internal use.
  • Ensure bags are properly labeled, dated, sealed, and organized.
  • Prepare wholesale and internal coffee orders accurately and on time.
  • Coordinate with café leadership, events teams, and wholesale clients to ensure coffee needs are met.
Inventory and Supply Management
  • Monitor green coffee, roasted coffee, packaging materials, labels, and production supplies.
  • Assist with inventory counts and communicate ordering needs in advance.
  • Receive, inspect, organize, and properly store green coffee and supplies.
  • Help control waste and ensure efficient use of coffee and materials.
Equipment and Workspace Care
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe roasting and production area.
  • Follow all food safety, workplace safety, and sanitation standards.
  • Perform regular cleaning and basic maintenance of roasting equipment, grinders, scales, bins, and production tools.
  • Report equipment issues, safety concerns, or quality problems promptly.
Team and Operational Support
  • Communicate clearly with café managers, baristas, wholesale clients, and leadership regarding production needs.
  • Support training for baristas or team members on coffee knowledge, brewing standards, and product quality as needed.
  • Assist with coffee tastings, events, menu development, and special projects when needed.
  • Represent the coffee program with professionalism, care, and pride.
Qualifications
  • Minimum of 1–2 years of coffee roasting experience preferred.
  • Experience operating commercial coffee roasting equipment preferred.
  • Familiarity with roast profiling, cupping, green coffee evaluation, and production roasting.
  • Experience with roasting software such as Cropster or similar systems is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of coffee sourcing, processing methods, brewing methods, and flavor development.
  • Ability to follow established systems while also offering thoughtful input for improvement.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and consistency.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a production schedule.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
  • Strong communication skills and a team-first attitude.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Flexible availability, including early mornings, occasional weekends, and event support as needed.
Compensation
Competitive hourly wage or salary based on experience.
To Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief note sharing your coffee experience, roasting background, and why you are interested in joining our team.