{"id":61,"date":"2026-06-28T20:17:49","date_gmt":"2026-06-28T20:17:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jocoffee.com\/blog\/?p=61"},"modified":"2026-06-28T20:17:49","modified_gmt":"2026-06-28T20:17:49","slug":"now-hiring-coffee-roaster-production-specialist-trainee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jocoffee.com\/blog\/now-hiring-coffee-roaster-production-specialist-trainee\/","title":{"rendered":"* Now Hiring Coffee Roaster &#038; Production Specialist Trainee"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Coffee Roaster &amp; Production Specialist<\/h1>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>Full-Time (@ 35 Hours per Week)<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Specialty Java Inc. \/ Jo Coffee\u00ae \u2013 Waconia, Minnesota<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Love Coffee? Build a Career Crafting It.<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Specialty Java Inc., maker of the nationally recognized <strong>Jo Coffee\u00ae<\/strong> brand, is looking for a dependable, energetic individual to join our growing team.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">This is more than a production job\u2014it&#8217;s an opportunity to learn the craft of specialty coffee roasting while working with premium USDA Organic and Fair Trade Certified coffees enjoyed by customers across the United States.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">If you enjoy hands-on work, learning new skills, and being part of a positive team that takes pride in producing exceptional products, we&#8217;d love to meet you.<\/p>\n<h2>What You&#8217;ll Do<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">You&#8217;ll be trained in every aspect of our coffee production process, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Roast premium specialty coffee using commercial roasting equipment<\/li>\n<li>Package coffee for retail and wholesale customers<\/li>\n<li>Prepare coffee bags, labels, and packaging materials<\/li>\n<li>Weigh and stage green coffee before roasting<\/li>\n<li>Prepare shipments for customers and Amazon fulfillment<\/li>\n<li>Participate in coffee tasting (cupping) to evaluate flavor and quality<\/li>\n<li>Perform infrared roast color testing for quality control<\/li>\n<li>Maintain a clean, organized, food-safe production environment<\/li>\n<li>Assist with general production and warehouse responsibilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Every day is different, providing a variety of work while developing valuable skills in the specialty coffee industry.<\/p>\n<h2>What We&#8217;re Looking For<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">We&#8217;re looking for someone who:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Has a positive attitude and excellent work ethic<\/li>\n<li>Is dependable, punctual, and trustworthy<\/li>\n<li>Enjoys learning and takes pride in quality workmanship<\/li>\n<li>Pays close attention to detail<\/li>\n<li>Works well independently and as part of a team<\/li>\n<li>Is at least 18 years old<\/li>\n<li>Is legally authorized to work in the United States<\/li>\n<li>Can safely lift up to 70 pounds<\/li>\n<li>Can comfortably reach the top of 5-foot-high pallet loads<\/li>\n<li>Appreciates a clean, organized, and safety-focused workplace<\/li>\n<li>Smokers, druggies, heavy boozers&#8230;don\u2019t waste your time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><strong>No coffee experience is necessary.<\/strong> We provide comprehensive training, including coffee roasting.<\/p>\n<h2>What We Offer<\/h2>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Full-time position (35 hours per week)<\/li>\n<li>Company-paid 401(k) retirement contribution (employee contibution not required)<\/li>\n<li>Company performance bonus opportunities<\/li>\n<li>Up to 3 weeks of paid vacation<\/li>\n<li>Paid holidays<\/li>\n<li>Paid sick leave<\/li>\n<li>Free coffee<\/li>\n<li>Our popular <strong>Free Lunch Fridays<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>A stable, growing company with long-term career opportunities<\/li>\n<li>A workplace built on integrity, respect, teamwork, and high ethical standards<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>About Specialty Java Inc.<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">For more than 20 years, Specialty Java Inc. has been roasting exceptional coffee with a commitment to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our <strong>Jo Coffee\u00ae<\/strong> brand is sold nationwide through Amazon, our own websites, retailers, and wholesale partners, earning tens of thousands of outstanding customer reviews. It has become one of Amazon&#8217;s highest rated organic coffee brands and growing rapidly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">We believe great coffee starts with great people. That&#8217;s why we&#8217;ve built a workplace where employees are respected, supported, and encouraged to grow.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for more than just a job\u2014if you&#8217;re looking for a place where your work matters and you&#8217;ll be proud of what you help create every day\u2014we encourage you to apply. Send your resume to help@specialtyjava.com.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Coffee Roaster &amp; Production Specialist Full-Time (@ 35 Hours per Week) Specialty Java Inc. \/ Jo Coffee\u00ae \u2013 Waconia, Minnesota Love Coffee? Build a Career Crafting It. 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