JOB DETAILS
Roaster
CompanyCOLECTIVO COFFEE ROASTERS
LocationMilwaukee
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 21, 2026
About The Company
Since 1993, we have been sourcing coffees from origin and roasting every batch by hand. By developing farmer and co-op partnerships, we can be involved in every step of creating a great coffee experience. We are proud to offer our Session Roasted™ coffees in addition to Letterbox Fine Tea and made-from-scratch food, Troubadour artisan bread, and baked goods.
Our name was inspired by the artful and funky buses used for public transportation across Latin America, “colectivos” (co-lec-TEE-vo), and the iconic part of everyday life they represent. We are independently owned and roast our award-winning coffees on a pair of vintage Probats in Milwaukee’s Riverwest neighborhood. Stop by our Humboldt Boulevard cafe, grab a seat at the bar, and watch our roasters at work!
About the Role
Description
Title: Roaster
Department: Wholesale
Reports to: Colectivo Operations Director
Schedule: Full time
Exempt/Non: Non-Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
The primary responsibility of the Roaster is to roast green coffee to the standard set by Colectivo in a safe and efficient manner as it relates to Colectivo’s Mission and Vision.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Roasting coffee according to Colectivo’s specification in a consistent, efficient and safe manner.
- Cupping and tasting different varieties of coffee to help build sensory knowledge.
- Monitoring daily inventory and adjusting roasted coffee production accordingly.
- Organizing and maintaining green coffee and roasted coffee storage areas.
- Cleaning and maintaining roasters/roasting areas to ensure personal and co-worker safety and product integrity.
- Continuing coffee knowledge and education by attending industry events, classes and reviewing industry publications.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Interest and passion for quality coffee is a must
- Ability to stay focused and attentive to repetitive tasks is essential
- Ability to train, use and operate a forklift
- Ability to lift at least 100lbs throughout the day
- Ability to work on your feet in a fast-paced, labor-intensive environment
Key Skills
Coffee RoastingCoffee Cupping and TastingSensory EvaluationInventory MonitoringProduction PlanningGreen Coffee StorageRoasted Coffee StorageRoaster MaintenanceWorkplace SafetyForklift OperationPhysical StaminaAttention to DetailFocus on Repetitive Tasks
Categories
Food & BeverageManufacturingLogistics
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Roast green coffee consistently, efficiently, and safely according to company specifications, and adjust production based on daily inventory. Cup and taste coffee, maintain coffee storage areas and roasting equipment, and continue developing coffee knowledge through industry education.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
292
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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