Zingerman's Service Network, Inc.
Coffee Production-Holiday (Project Management)
Performance Expectations - Essential Functions:
Weigh coffeePackage, label and ship coffeePull inventoryMake deliveries to the other Zingerman's businesses and our other local (non-Zingerman's) customersLoad and unload a van for deliveries to our customersPossess a valid driver's license and have a good driving recordClean the warehouse/production area as neededAssist with tasks as requested by the shift leader or managerAttend and participate in huddles
Success Patterns for this position are:
You MUST be organized and accurate .... and work to eliminate waste.You'll need to use some fairly basic math skills on a regular basis for recipes, blending, and conversion between weights in ounces, pounds, etc.In addition to being organized and accurate, you'll need to be efficient and neat (tidy).We expect you to think about how and why we do things and suggest ideas and methods to increase our efficiency and accuracy.You can work within given time constraints (time and speed are a factor).You can work occasional long shifts during peak periods of production (particularly during November and December) and occasionally throughout the year.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to relocate up to 50 lbsBending, stooping, walking and standing for long periods at a timeMust be able to ascend/descend between all levels of the customer facilities, often while relocating product
Successful candidates will have the following Desired Characteristics:
You should be detailed oriented and love a challenging environment.You should be self motivated and able to work both independently and as a team.You should be a quick learner, able to both ask questions and take direction.You can think outside of the box, share knowledge with staff and be a good problem solver.You are enthusiastic and possess positive energy.
Some things we want you to know:
We work in a warehouse and it can get cold in the winter (but the roaster produces lots of heat!). It can get warm in the summer.You will work in very close proximity to other people.You will work in very close proximity to some heavy/loud equipment (it's a warehouse).
Also:
We drink lots of REALLY good coffee, you'll get to take some home (part of learning).We work as a team and we all do whatever it takes.We work in an environment of mutual respect.We believe that "fun" is part of the work experience.