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Groundwork Coffee is Hiring a Roastery Facility Associate Near , CA
About Us: Groundwork Coffee specializes in batch-roasted, certified organic coffees and artisanal teas. From our humble roots as a rare book store and cafe back in 1990, Groundwork would go on to become one of the first certified organic coffee roasters in Southern California, as well as the largest organic coffee roaster in Los Angeles. A truly local pioneer in fair trade and fairly traded coffee and tea sourcing, we remain committed to sustainable business practices, including maintaining direct relationships with growers and importers who promote responsible coffee and tea production. Now, nearly 30 years later — thanks to the neighbors and friends we’ve been fortunate enough to serve — we have opened 10 cafés along the West Coast, we have two very busy roasteries in Los Angeles and Portland, and we produce a growing line of delicious cold brew coffees. We’ve also been profoundly lucky to see the development of dozens of new organic coffee farms around the world and are proud to continue sharing their exceptional coffees with you. From the ground up, Groundwork is steadfast in its commitment to the values of quality, sustainability and community.
About You: We are looking to hire an energetic, dynamic, and highly self-motivated Distribution Floater to join our growing team. The Roastery Facility Associate provides coverage and support in the Operation department as assigned. This individual would work in a variety of areas as need arises. This a great opportunity for a self-motivated individual who enjoys variety in their work assignments, while also gaining a well-rounded understanding of the operation department as a whole. If you love a great cup of coffee (or tea), embody a positive attitude, possess superior Customer Service, and SAFE driving skills, then please apply today!
What You’ll Do:
DSD and Delivery
Drive van over established route to deliver, stock and stage product at customer locations.
Set up merchandise, sales promotion displays and deliver promotional materials to accounts.
Build and maintain relationships with store management and receivers.
Maintain accurate inventory
Shipping and Fulfillment:
Creating invoices from sales orders
Create invoices Audit invoice information
Process FedEx Orders
Process internal delivery orders
Dispatch internal delivery orders
Production
Help our production team meet deadlines
Maintain all company supplied equipment clean and serviced, including van, warehouse and POS.
Maintains excellent customer service
What It Takes To Rock This Role:
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
High School Diploma, G.E.D. or 1- 2 years equivalent applicable work experience
Stand comfortably for 6 to 8 hours a day
Sit comfortably for 6 to 8 hours a day
Thoroughness, high productivity standards, and attention to detail
Superior SAFE driving skills and able to follow all driving & safety laws
Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving history
Be familiar with LA County
Have a positive attitude with good customer service skills
Flexibility in your work schedule
Ability to communicate and interact well with other employees and our customers
Pay Rate:
$18.00/hr
Why Groundwork: We strive to be the best place our employees have ever worked, and to produce the best coffee our customers have ever sipped. As a part of our team, you’ll be working with people who are down-to-earth, friendly, and passionate in a casual, caffeinated, and fun environment.
Groundwork Perks:
*Benefits are offered to eligible employees and are subject to change.
Free Coffee to Take Home: 1 pound Bulk Coffee or ¼ Pound Loose Leaf Tea every week
Free Coffee in the Office: Nitro & Cold Brew on Tap, Espresso Machine, Brewed Batches, etc.
Employee Discount Program: Discounts on Food, Beverage, & Merchandise
Multiple Health Plan Options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life Insurance
Paid Time Off: Including Sick Hours, Paid Vacation, and Paid Holidays
Commuter Program: Substantially Subsidized Metro Pass
Groundwork is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regards to race, color, age, sex, ancestry, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, present or past history of mental disability, genetic information or any other classification protected by state or federal law.