Roaster (PDX)

Hi, we're Stumptown. We're a coffee company, and we source, roast, taste, package, sell, deliver, brew and serve what we firmly believe is the best coffee on the planet. We are progressive, open, and evolving but uncompromising in our commitment to quality. We work hard, collaborate constantly and have fun every day. We pride ourselves on our passion for excellence, our spirit of generosity and on the long-term relationships we nurture as we guide our coffee from the good hands of our hardworking partners at origin into the cups of our customers. If you love coffee, people and getting things done, this just might be the place for you.

The Roaster is responsible for helping bring Stumptown's coffee philosophy to life, roasting high-quality, specialty coffees to showcase a signature clean, sweet, and balanced profile that our customers know and love. This position within our Roasting Department works closely with the Quality, Demand Planning, Food Safety, and Production departments on a daily basis. A Roaster at Stumptown is responsible for meeting daily demand through coordinated, quality- and safety-focused work both on the roasting equipment and throughout the roastery. Success in this role requires teamwork, strong communication, and both physical and mental focus that help define our respective roasting craft. The Roaster is a full-time, non-exempt (hourly) position that demands adaptability to a work schedule that spans across early mornings, evenings, and weekends-dependent upon the evolving needs of the business.

Essential Functions

• Manually roasting coffee on Probat and Loring machines in accordance with our coffee philosophy, craft, and roasting style

• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the roasting techniques that define Stumptown's respected craft

• Fulfillment of daily coffee orders (preparing and roasting batches of coffee) in a highly demanding manufacturing environment

• Perform routine roaster cleaning and maintenance in accordance with equipment and safety standards

• Assist with green coffee handling; receiving, moving, and organizing inventory; weighing and portioning green coffee for recipes

• Effective and respectful communication between the Roasting, Quality, Food Safety, Demand Planning, and Production Departments

• Adhere to the general organization of the roastery, food safety, and GMP protocols

• Good communication and data entry using Google apps, Netsuite ERP, and Cropster software

• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

• Demonstrated passion and enthusiasm for specialty coffee

• At least (2) years of roasting experience on a commercial-sized coffee roaster (not home roasting)

• Highly motivated and positive attitude

• Demonstrated concentration and focus with hands-on tasks

• Ability to listen, learn, and adapt

• Demonstrated teamwork and problem-solving skills

• Flexibility to prioritize daily, weekly, and monthly tasks

• Basic technical aptitude and willingness to learn equipment details and needs

• Basic familiarity with Google Docs, ERP, Cropster, and other business tools.

• Professional written and verbal communication skills

• Standing - ability to stand for long periods of time

• Carry/Weight/Lift - the ability to lift 75 pounds. Weight greater than 50 pounds will be mitigated with a lifting partner or device

• Taste/Smell - the ability to detect and perceive smell and taste of roasted coffee

• Perform repetitive motion with the hands, wrists, and forearms to operate roastery equipment

• The noise level is high. Ear protection is provided to promote health and safety.

• Roasting machines and the environment in which roasting happens get warm and temperatures fluctuate. Uniforms are provided and proper dress should be considered in accordance with our established food safety program.

• The position may require early morning, evening, and weekend work based on scheduling needs

At Stumptown, we welcome diversity and celebrate that our communities include individuals from all backgrounds, identities, and walks of life. We strive every day to foster an environment of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility that supports our employees, customers and communities. We know that embracing diversity makes us stronger, enriches our culture, and allows us to grow together. We encourage candidates with diverse backgrounds, identities, skills, and abilities to apply. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interview or assessment process, please direct your inquiries to a member of the People team at jobs@stumptowncoffee.com or by calling (855) 711-3385. We are proud to be a B Corp and equal opportunity employer.