Are you an enthusiastic professional with a passion for ensuring the highest quality and service for your teams? At Java Republic we are currently expanding, so we are looking for an Roaster/Production Operative to support our business. Roaster/Production Operative Coffee for The People by The Coffee People We are the premier food service partner for coffee & tea in Ireland. We make Ireland s best hand-roasted coffee and we make it incredibly simple for our clients to serve it well to their staff, guests and customers. Our people bring unparalleled experience, knowledge and dedication to every aspect of the process. We are always willing to go further, to dig deeper and to aim higher. It s our business to help our clients business. Our Values: Passion: We are passionate about coffee and tea. We want to deliver the best coffee and tea experience on the planet and we drive each other every day to make this happen. This is a vocation, not a job. Expertise: We strive to be the experts in the sourcing, preparation and serving of coffee and tea. We bring unparalleled experience, knowledge and dedication to every aspect of the process. Conscientiousness: We work with a clear moral responsibility to treat all our staff and partner communities with respect and fair play. We are conscientious in our work too, demanding the highest standards of one and other, of our work and of our products. The Role: As a Roaster/Production Operative at Java Republic you will play a vital part in the production of the highest quality coffee and tea products that will deliver the best tea and coffee experience on the planet.
Key Role Responsibilities: 1) Roasting: Roasting coffee daily by following (and setting) standards for consistency and quality. Adhering to daily roasting schedules required to fill customer orders in a timely manner. Operating roasters (Sasa Samiac Roaster) safely according to company training manuals. Collecting and providing samples of each roast for daily cupping and quality control analysis. Participating in tasting and analysis of current roasted coffees and cupping of coffees for potential purchase. Participating in and leading the development of roast profiles for all coffees using Cropster quality management software. Reporting Agtron colour levels and ensuring they are within established standards. Tea to be produced in line with production plan with buffer stock to be established. 2) Inventory: Organising coffee by origins and types. Creating and recording data for each roast for inventory tracking purposes. Taking and recording month end physical inventories. Receiving green coffee shipments, and organising and maintaining cleanliness in the storage area. Participating in re-bagging green coffee from jute/grain-pro bags to 20lb bags for freezer storage. 3) Maintenance & Cleaning Developing a thorough understanding of the roasting equipment in order to properly maintain it. Performing daily and weekly maintenance and cleaning roasting equipment. Assuring that proper preventative maintenance is performed. Maintaining a safe and clean working environment. Assisting the production team and performing other duties as assigned as time allows. 4) Packaging Packing daily all product that is roasted whilst adhering to all agreed parameters. Set up and maintenance of all packaging equipment in line with agreed process.
Labelling details to be in line with company standards. Checking weights and measures with a high attention to detail. Moving finished stock/pallets into warehouse in adherence to pre-agreed procedure on tracking. The Person Functional Competencies: Fundamental PC skills; good mathematics; reading and interpreting graphs. Experience roasting in the artisan coffee industry. Attention to detail and customer care. Positive team player. Can work on own initiative. Ability to work to deadlines in a highly-focused manner. Needs to have a flexible approach to their work. Demonstrated ability to be proactive and manage the changing needs of the business on a daily/hourly/weekly basis. Behavioural Competencies: Competency Planning & Organising Behavioural Indicators Plans activities thoroughly for self / others; Makes best use of all available resources. Ensures others colleagues are clear on activity, work load and priorities. Assesses and re-assesses priorities as required - Effectively resolves competing priorities. Provides effective support to others to enable delivery. Monitors progress on process and resources to ensure deadlines are met. Understands and follows procurement and financial controls. Effectively plans and co-ordinates small projects. Decision-Making & Problem-Solving Resolves both problems that occur on a regular basis and more complex infrequent problems; Uses judgment to assess and select from alternatives.
Breaks a relatively complex problem down into component parts. Gathers the relevant information and facts. Solves problems by a process of analysis, looking at root causes, weighing up the pros and cons of different approaches. Finds the balance between the need for being thorough (i.e. having sufficient information) with the requirement to make a timely decision. Uses information from a variety of sources including own networks to solve problems. Evaluates and makes decisions in relation to procedures, precedents, policies and standards in own area of responsibility. Thinking & Acting Strategically Understands the culture and goals of Java Republic as they relate to own area. Generates ideas which contribute to the Department or unit plans. Understands and keeps up to date, at a broad level, with the key functions of other major areas within the company. Understands the goals of own department and encourages others to understand the division/department s/team goals. Provides advice, information and direction to others to support the achievement of division/department/team objectives. Effective Communication Communicates detailed information clearly, both written and oral. Carefully prepares / organises written information for meetings and presentations. Facilitates discussions with colleagues/others to achieve a common objective, contributes effectively to group discussion. Able to influence within the scope of the role - Uses a range of methods to influence others, e.g. explain benefits and give background information.
Produces factual and concise written reports, minutes and correspondence of high quality. Drive for Results Level 3 Implements processes to enable the achievement of the team goals and objectives. Sets and agrees clear standards to achieve goals with team/colleagues (where appropriate). Identifies the causes of slippage/ failure and takes prompt action. Builds commitment to achieve desired results. Seeks feedback from the Java Republic community and customers to improve performance. Team & Collaborative Working Level 3 Builds teamwork, works collaboratively with team members and colleagues. Effectively delegates, monitors and motivates the team/working group. Sets a common aim/goal for the team. Seeks ideas and input from colleagues in own and other teams to make best use of expertise and improve performance. Creates a team environment through regular communication and involvement of staff in the activities of the department. Shares knowledge, experience and expertise. Acknowledges the contribution of others and ensures that the recognition for achievements is shared. Works in partnership with colleagues and other departments to achieve common goals. Works to achieve consensus. Change, Adaptability & Flexibility Recognises where changes can be made and takes steps to make those changes; Gains commitment from others to change. Contributes positively to the change process and sees change as an opportunity to improve performance.
Works with division/department/ team members to identify change opportunities. Identifies and makes changes to improve efficiency and quality of service of own area via input to procedures and processes. Implements and shares ideas for continuous improvement within division/department/team. Innovation & Creative Thinking Level 3 Implements new progressive programmes/processes. Keeps up-to-date with developments in own field. Uses this information to promote best practice. Encourages and facilitates others to generate ideas. Consistently thinks about an approach, process or service with the view to improvement. Strives to continuously improve performance. If you believe that you are the right person for the job, please complete the Application Form from our Careers Section in full and send it to us at HR@JavaRepublic.com. Please send it as an attachment with Roaster / Production Operative and your name in the subject line. This is a full-time role based at our offices in Ballycoolin, Dublin 15. The role provides an excellent opportunity to join a growing business.