Roast & Grind Operator 2nd shift - Little Rock, AR
 S&D Coffee | |
 United States, Arkansas, Little Rock | |
 Sep 16, 2026 | |
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The Roast and Grind operator is responsible for providing continuous flow of the coffee within the Westrock Collins Plant. This position is responsible for working with the R&G team to operate automated coffee processing equipment to manufacture roasted and ground coffee. This individual will develop a deep understanding of raw green coffee cleaning, coffee roasting, and coffee grinding techniques. The R&G operator will report to the Roasting Manager.
Job Duties: * Utilize manufacturing execution systems and computer software to perform production. * Manages the storage and handling of green coffee in the storage warehouse. * Set up green loading commands and maintain inventory in the green bean silos. * Operate green cleaning and loading equipment to prepare green coffee for roasting. * Operate roasters to produce roasted coffee to meet the production requirements and confirm that the roast time and temperatures are within specifications for each coffee roast profile. * Operate grinding equipment to create ground coffee to grind specifications. * Operate supersack filling stations to prepare the coffee for packaging. * Operate pallet moving equipment to stage coffee in the correct location. * Complete all logs, forms, and checklist required during shift. * Perform real-time quality checks of each batch to ensure that it meets quality standards. * Monitor equipment for proper performance and troubleshoot when problems arise. * Elevate needs to R&G lead to maintain the flow of work. * Operate a forklift and other material moving equipment in accordance with safety requirements. * Conduct necessary transactions using ERP systems to record production data. * Perform scheduled cleaning and maintenance on equipment. * Take part in sensory analysis of roasted blends to maintain roasted profiles. * Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment. * Comply with all company policies, procedures, standards, safety and GMP requirements. * Perform other duties as assigned by leadership team. | |