Job Title: Green Bean Associate
Job Description

The Green Bean Associate is responsible for placing fresh beans into silos in preparation for roasting. They will spend approximately 80% of their time opening bags and loading coffee into silos. The remaining time will be used for operating a forklift to manage inventory and maintaining cleanliness in the area. The coffee bags, weighing between 130 lbs and 150 lbs, are managed with finesse rather than force. This role is crucial as it is the first step in the roasting process, ensuring everything is done correctly. Availability to work from Sunday to Friday is required, with efforts to rotate Sundays.

ResponsibilitiesOpen bags and load coffee into silos.Operate a forklift to accommodate inventory.Maintain a clean working environment.Work collaboratively with the roasting process managers.Follow safety, food safety, and production quality standards.Ask questions proactively to ensure tasks are done correctly.Essential SkillsPrevious forklift experience.Tech-savvy with machine operating skills.Ability to communicate respectfully and clearly, both orally and in writing.Effective teamwork skills.Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.Prior forklift experience of at least 6 months.Physical ability to comfortably lift 75 pounds.Accurate data entry skills.Scheduling flexibility, including overtime and different shifts as needed.Self-directed with minimal supervision required.Ability to use a computer and be technology-friendly.Additional Skills & QualificationsThoroughness, reliability, and adaptability to changing priorities.Why Work Here?

This position offers a collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork and safety. Employees are valued for their ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team. The role provides the opportunity to be an integral part of the coffee roasting process, contributing to the quality of the final product.

Work Environment

Candidates will be working in the back of the facility, surrounded by loud machines and the smell of coffee. It is important for candidates to be self-starters who work well without supervision. Interaction with coffee roasters and the Roasting Process Managers is a key part of the role.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Alameda, California.

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We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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