Roaster

Job Overview:

Location:

30 Gauthier Drive,Essex Junction,Vermont,05452

Shift &

Schedule:

N1 | 5:55 PM - 6:15 AM Monday-Wednesday and alternating Thursdays. Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays is required as scheduled. As a Roaster I, you will play a key role in maintaining the continuous flow of coffee production within our Spartanburg facility. This position is responsible for operating and monitoring roasting, grinding, and coffee delivery systems while ensuring quality, safety, and production standards are consistently met.

You will develop a strong understanding of green coffee, roasting techniques, decaffeination processes, and coffee blending while gaining hands-on experience with automated roasting equipment and software systems. This role also supports cross-functional teamwork within the mini Business Unit (mBU) and provides operational support across all processing activities.

Responsibilities Production & Operations Deliver best-in-class performance across safety, quality, delivery, and productivity metrics

Monitor roasting, grinding, and coffee delivery systems to ensure uninterrupted production

Perform in-line quality testing using particle distribution analyzers and color sampling equipment

Monitor and adjust roasts to ensure compliance with company specifications

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 6S standards

Conduct behavioral safety observations and support a culture of workplace safety

Coordinate with scheduling and operations teams to support production flow Perform Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Preventative Maintenance (PM) activities with maintenance support

Provide operational support across all activities within the mBUContinuous Improvement & TPMSupport the site's Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives

Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement events

Partner with maintenance teams to execute preventative maintenance activities

Lead and support process improvement initiatives that cross functional teams

Teamwork & Leadership Support plant and zone board meetings and help identify operational trends and action plans

Communicate effectively during shift transitions and across departments

Demonstrate teamwork, accountability, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Provide constructive feedback and contribute to a high-performing team culture Total Rewards:

Starting pay: $25.26 per hour. Pay increases to $26.52 per hour in the quarter after their 6-month anniversary.

Benefits (Effective Day One, Where Applicable):

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Disability Coverage Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick leave)401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement Mileage Reimbursement Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Requirements:

Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment

Experience operating or monitoring complex automated equipment such as roasters, blenders, or grinders

Minimum 2 years of Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control experience; HACCP experience preferred

Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

Experience with Microsoft Office applications, SAP, and Manufacturing Execution Systems preferred

Experience with production scheduling, planning, or inventory control systems preferred

Willingness to pursue coffee industry certifications such as Q-Grader or SCAA certifications

Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills

Ability to conduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions

Self-motivated team player with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 pounds frequently without assistance

Ability to stand, bend, stretch, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift

Ability to frequently kneel, squat, stoop, twist, and reach overhead

Ability to spend extended periods on the manufacturing floor with occasional computer work Company Overview:
Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide…