Job DescriptionThe Roasting Associate Team Leader ( ATL) is responsible for providing production support and team supervision under the direction of the Plant Operations Team Leader (Head Roaster). This includes daily “on the floor” management (workflow, team member duties, production scheduling, communication with other teams) to meet production demands. This individual will also promote a safe, clean, and efficient roasting environment under guidance from leadership. The Roasting ATL will have the opportunity to gain valuable insight into the coffee industry on subjects such as roasting, quality control, green coffee management, and coffee harvest and processing methods at Origin.Responsibilities

• Oversee roaster operation, scheduling, and direct roaster operators in daily work assignments.

• Communicate and inform manager of daily activities and issues.

• Act as back up in scheduling all roasts in Plant Operations Managers absence to ensure smooth production flow and to meet inventory requirements.

• Interfaces and coordinates roast scheduling with production staff.

• Set up the roaster using established procedures as guidelines and making adjustments as needed.

• Load green coffee into hoppers to be transferred into roaster.

• Monitor each roast, making adjustments to the roaster settings as needed to ensure quality.

• Prepare various coffee blends according to established formulas.

• Transfer of roasted coffee to appropriate production stations (bagging and grinding) to ensure efficient work flows.

• Notify subsequent production stations of roasted coffee status (variety, amounts, special instructions, etc.).

• Participate in establishing roasting quality standards.

• Conduct quality tests on all roasts using the Agtron roast analyzer.

• Participate in regular coffee tastings to ensure quality standards.

• Assist in the training of new team members as required.

• Clean and perform regular maintenance on Roasters and other equipment in the Roasting area per maintenance schedules and as directed by Plant Operations Manager.

• Sets up and maintains roaster documents and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Able to perform all data entry functions; also, able to make any changes or adjustments in the system as needed

• Must be able to read and understand operator manuals

• Ability to learn basic knowledge of all coffee roasting profiles, and quality standards for Allegro Coffee through close partnership with Sourcing team

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Experience in leading or motivating work groups or teams

• Excellent mechanical skills to troubleshoot and support roasters for full operation to minimize downtime

• Excellent math skills and experience with computers

• Ability to perform physical requirements of position such as standing and walking, bending and stooping daily in addition to the ability to lift up to 100 pounds throughout work day

• Must demonstrate flexibility to meet quickly changing production schedules and job assignments that may involve extended or overtime hours

• Ability to work well with others in a team oriented environment

• Must have a strong interest in coffee tasting

Desired Work Experiences

• Production environment (1 year)

The wage range for this position is $24.85 - $44.68 Hourly, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers “Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person’s date of hire.

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Posting End Date: 05/01/2024

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