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Want to be a part of a 100% vertical, seed to cup operation that produces completely traceable coffee meeting Rain Forest Alliance,Fair Trade USA andNon GMO certifications? Warmed by the Pacific sun, nurtured in rich volcanic earth and kissed by mountain rains and the cool trades of the island, Kauai Coffee enjoys ideal conditions for growing outstanding coffee. With over 4 million coffee trees on nearly 3,000 acres, we are the largest coffee farm in the US and are we are proud to roast and package our 100% Hawaiian coffee in Kalaheo, Kauai. Come join our team!Position Summary: Primary responsibility of the position is to ensure that the Roast Plant produces the highest quality of roasted coffee for Kauai Coffee?s distribution centers.Primary Functions:Follow established guidelines, procedures, policies, practices and methods necessary to maximize coffee quality and food safety standards.Operate production equipment including the roaster, grinder, flavor mixer and packaging machines to meet scheduling requirements by established work standards.Ensure all required documents and daily checklist related to equipment operation (required at the beginning, during and end of shift) are completed.Maintain accurate records of what types and amounts of coffee are used for daily production.Monitor key process control points throughout the entire shift.Perform numerous visual checks on products as they move through the packaging line to ensure all weights, seals, UPC codes, dates, and other packaging set up and details are correct.Retrieve coffee samples from the packaging line for every product being produced for QA testing.Prepare/participate in Food Safety AuditWork with the QA team to ensure the product meets quality standards.Ensure equipment in the area assigned is in working order and that working conditions are safe.Responsible for packaging line change-over and setting of machine parameters for each product line.Work with roast plant workers on scheduled flavoring days.Program the packaging machine for items to be produced, using touch screen, based on information listed on the manufacturing specification sheet.Complete all preventative maintenance work on equipment.Performs emergency repairs on lines as needed to ensure target line efficiencies are attained.Report on any jobs that work orders need to be placed.Follow established housekeeping SOP?s to ensure Food Safety Standards are implemented.Verify daily production numbers with the verification team at the end of the day.Support Away from Home Program and customers as necessaryComplies with all Federal, State, Local and Company safety, health, and environmental regulations.Comply with all Company Rules and Company Policies.Qualifications/Skills/Knowledge Requirements:Incumbent must be proficient in reading, writing, speaking and taking instructions in the English language.Competent in basic mathematics and possess basic computer skills.Must possess technical aptitude.1-year minimum experience in mechanical troubleshooting skills.Enjoy working in a team environment.Able to multi-task.Ability to use hand tools.Requires standing, climbing, bending, and lifting for long periods of time.Must be capable of lifting 100-lb. coffee bags utilizing team lift.Valid State of Hawaii driver?s license and forklift operator?s license. Training will be provided for the right candidate.The ideal candidate will be on island or already have plans to relocate to the island of Kauai. They will have familiarization with Hawaii, either as a visitor or previous resident, of the cost of living on a Hawaiian island and have leads to secure housing. Many people will find the island lifestyle worth the sacrifices to make it happen - we certainly do! However, it takes good planning to make the transition successful. If you have done your homework and are undaunted, this might be an opportunity for you!

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