Blackout Coffee Co - Coffee Roasting Assistant (Entry-Level) presso Blackout Coffee Co

About Us
Blackout Coffee Company is a proud American, family-owned business built on the foundation of hard work, dedication, and traditional American morals and values. We believe in doing things the right way—roasting only the freshest, highest-quality coffee and delivering it directly to our customers with care and integrity. Our team is passionate about excellence, and we strive to create an environment where hard work and loyalty are recognized and rewarded. At Blackout Coffee, you’re not just joining a company—you’re joining a family committed to growing together while standing firm in our values.

Do you love coffee and want to learn how it’s made—from green bean to brewed perfection? This is your chance to get hands-on experience in the roasting process and become a key part of our production team. We’re looking for a Coffee Roasting Assistant who’s eager to learn, reliable, and excited to grow with us. No prior roasting experience? No problem—we’ll train the right person who’s ready to work hard, ask questions, and be part of a supportive, team-driven environment.

What You'll Do:

• Learn how to receive, inspect, and handle raw green coffee beans 
• Assist in roasting, adjusting profiles and monitoring quality
• Support blending and flavoring of our all signature blends
• Prepare roasted coffee for grinding, packaging, and shipping
• Help with equipment maintenance and cleaning procedures
• Work with the production team to meet daily roasting schedules
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times
• Pitch in with other warehouse and facility duties as needed

Job Details:

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $14.00/hr
• Schedule:
  • 8-10-hour shifts
  • Monday-Friday (Saturdays when needed)

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Employee Discount on All Products
• Dental & Vision Insurance 
• Opportunities for growth and training in the coffee industry
• A fun, hardworking team and—of course—great coffee every day!
   

• A true coffee lover with a desire to learn and grow in the roasting craft
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude
• Basic math skills (you’ll be measuring, weighing, and blending)
• Comfortable with physical work: lifting (up to 50 lbs solo / 150 lbs with help), standing for long periods, bending, reaching, and using warehouse tools (Pallet Jack, hand truck and other warehouse equipment)
• Team-oriented and flexible—willing to jump in wherever needed
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with Slack or warehouse tech tools is a plus (we’ll train you)