Roasting Technician

🚨 We're Hiring: Roasting Technician (Salaried | PT-to-FT) 🚨 📍 Cleona, PA | Starting ImmediatelyCleona Coffee Roasters is looking for a Roasting Technician to join our team and grow with us. If you love the smell of freshly roasted coffee, enjoy hands-on work, and are motivated to master a unique craft, this is your opportunity. This is a salaried position based on 30 hours/week, with seasonal increases to 40 hours/week during our busiest months. Starting pay begins at $15/hour for entry-level candidates, with an average pay trajectory of $18/hour, and the potential to earn $22/hour based on performance, consistency, and skill development.

💼 What You’ll Be DoingAs a Roasting Technician, you’ll be the engine behind our roasting and packaging operations. While no prior roasting experience is required, you’ll be expected to learn and become proficient in all aspects of coffee production—from green bean to packaged product. Core Responsibilities: Roast and Package Coffee: Weekly roasting (typically Tuesday and Wednesday) with overflow as needed. Packaging will be your primary task until seasonal help joins. Maintain Quality: Support roasting consistency through tasting, logging roast profiles, and monitoring product loss. Inventory Management: Monitor and request green coffee inventory to avoid shortages.

Equipment Maintenance: Perform weekly, quarterly, and annual maintenance on roasters. Physical Work: Lift, drag, and move items up to 100 lbs as needed. Must be comfortable standing for extended periods. Multitasking & Time Management: Work efficiently to meet weekly roast and fulfillment deadlines. Deliveries: Deliver product to various residential and commercial addresses throughout Central PA. The IRS reimbursement rate for mileage applies. 📘 What We’re Looking ForNo experience required, but you must be eager to learn and take ownership of the roasting and packaging process. A strong work ethic with attention to detail and consistency.

A reliable team player with the ability to self-manage. Passion for coffee is a huge plus—but we’re ready to train the right person. 🛠️ You’ll Learn: Roasting theory and hands-on techniques. Bean origins, varietals, processing methods, and flavor profiles. Inventory and logistics best practices. Packaging and fulfillment workflows. ⚙️ Position Details: Hours: 30 hours/week (increased seasonally to 40 hours/week)Compensation: Salaried based on $15–$22/hr reference rangeLocation: On-site in Annville, PAStart Date: As soon as you're ready!Perks:

As a salaried employee, assuming all orders are completed, you may flex your schedule and leave as soon as you finish; a rewarding payoff for dedicated candidates. If you’re looking for a role where you can learn a trade, work hard, and grow alongside a passionate and growing local coffee company, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your resume and, if able, a letter explaining why you think you will be a good fit for this position.

An informal paid job shadowing will be expected for one or two hours after the interview to assess your ability to learn and multitask. Let’s roast something great together. ☕🔥