Coffee Operator

About the Role

Join Kicking Horse Coffee as a Coffee Operator where passion meets purpose. We value reliable employment with fair compensation and opportunities to build meaningful skills, all while encouraging a balanced life full of outdoor adventures and community. Our workplace fosters respect, care, continuous growth, and safety, ensuring you end your day energized.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and roast coffee beans according to established recipes and profiles, maintaining premium quality standards.
• Operate roasting and packaging machinery, including using HMI touch screens, to process coffee through to final packaging.
• Conduct inspections of finished products, ensuring quality control compliance.
• Assist in minor equipment troubleshooting and collaborate with the Maintenance department.
• Safely transport raw and processed coffee using a forklift within the production facility.
• Perform daily cleaning and prep work on equipment such as hoppers, pipes, de-stoners, bins, and silos.
• Input data into ERP systems for tracking coffee batches, recipes, material allocation, and inventory management.
• Adhere strictly to all health, safety, and quality protocols.
• Engage in Kaizen continuous improvement activities.
• Cross-train in various production areas including roasting, packing, and warehousing.

Candidate Requirements

• Physical capability to lift between 25-50 lbs with team assistance and handle repetitive manufacturing line tasks involving lifting, pushing, twisting, and bending for up to an 8-hour shift.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience in data entry; familiarity with Microsoft Excel is advantageous.
• Understanding and commitment to workplace safety standards and the ability to learn and follow operational policies and instructions.
• Prior experience in production or manufacturing environments, especially utilizing production or packaging machinery, is beneficial.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.

Work Details

• Position based on-site in Invermere, British Columbia.
• Full-time permanent role, typically working 40 hours per week on 8-hour shifts with paid half-hour lunch breaks.
• Hourly wage set at $25.67, with additional premiums for skills, shift types, and responsibilities such as training and leadership roles.
• Shift times range from 5 AM to 11 PM, including weekends.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive extended medical, dental, and vision coverage plus $2,000 access to paramedical services, Employee and Family Assistance Program, and a $700 wellness allowance annually.
• Four weeks of paid vacation after one year of service and a paid day off for your birthday.
• A Growth Grant program that offers non-repayable funding for career-advancing education.
• Uniforms provided along with allowances for work boots and custom ear protection.
• Green Commuting incentive program offering up to $3.00 daily for eco-friendly transport options.
• The Dream Fund for supporting community projects financially.
• Apprenticeship programs facilitating paid training towards trade certification.
• Discounts on coffee products and in-house café purchases.

Corporate Culture and Values

Kicking Horse Coffee is proud to be Canada’s top-selling whole bean coffee, sourcing organically and Fairtrade-certified beans roasted in the Rocky Mountains. We emphasize quality craftsmanship, integrity, sustainability, and a supportive team environment driven by values:

• Do What’s Right–caring for people, planet, and business with accountability.
• Never Half-Ass It–commitment to excellence and pride in work.
• Cut the Bullshit–focus on efficient, clear, and honest communication and processes.
• Be Remarkable–embracing creativity, boldness, and exceptional standards.
• Do It All With Love–deep care for work, colleagues, and global impact.

Inclusivity Statement

We embrace diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds, ensuring an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone.