AM Production Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

ABOUT US:

Groundwork Coffee specializes in batch-roasted, certified organic coffees and artisanal teas. A truly local pioneer in fair trade coffee and tea, we remain committed to sustainable business practices. This includes maintaining direct relationships with growers and importers who promote responsible coffee and tea production. Thanks to the neighbors and friends we've been fortunate enough to serve, we have opened 14 cafes along the West Coast, have two very busy Roasteries in Portland and Los Angeles, and produce a growing line of delicious cold brew coffees.

About You:

We are looking to hire a high-energy, efficient, and tenaciously thorough Production Assistant to join our growing team. As a Groundwork Production Associate, you will be exposed to various facets of coffee roasting operations as you process, label, and prepare packaging for shipment from within our Roastery. If you love a great cup of coffee (or tea), embody a positive attitude, and are enthusiastic about contributing to a team, then please apply today!

Pay Rate:

$18.00/hour

Schedule:

Saturday - Wednesday - 7am - 3:30pm

What You'll Do:

• Blend, grind, and stock roasted coffee
• Fill, weigh, and seal bags of coffee
• Operate and maintain packing, sealing, weighing, and blending equipment
• Stock warehouse shelves
• Print, label, stock, and maintain inventory of all packaging items
• Ensure packaging meets quality standards
• Maintain well-organized supply areas
• Maintain a clean and tidy workstation throughout the day
• Maintain the cleanliness of the Warehouse and Production area

What It Takes To Rock This Role:

• Positive, Friendly, Tenacious Attitude Required!
• Able to bend, twist, lift, stoop, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs
• Stand comfortably for 8 hours a day.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Able to deal skillfully and promptly to new situations
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Open to changes; learns quickly when facing new/unfamiliar tasks or challenges
• Coffee Industry experience is a plus

Why Groundwork:

We strive to truly be one of the best places our employees have ever worked, and to produce the best coffee our customers have ever sipped. As part of our team, you'll work with people who are down-to-earth, friendly, and passionate in a casual, caffeinated, and fun environment. Our vision is to make organic the new norm; Our mission is to source and share exceptional, organic coffee that inspires people to work hard, dream big, and impact the world.

Groundwork Perks: *Benefits are offered to eligible employees and are subject to change.

• Free Coffee: 12oz Bulk Coffee or 4oz Loose Leaf Tea every week
• Free Coffee in the Office
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off: Including Sick Hours, Vacation, and Holidays

Groundwork is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regards to race, color, age, sex, ancestry, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, present or past history of mental disability, genetic information or any other classification protected by state or federal law.