For over four decades, Zavida Coffee Company has immersed itself in the world of coffee, beginning in the lush fields of Costa Rica where our founder cultivated a hands-on passion for the art of roasting. The union with Café Barista, a micro-roaster nestled in the heart of Quebec, underscores Zavida's unwavering commitment to crafting an exceptional cup of coffee.At Zavida, we are united by our passion for quality and our commitment to delivering an exceptional taste experience in every cup. We believe that coffee should be more than just a drink – it should be an experience. This is an chance to be a part of Zavida Coffee Company's legacy—40 years strong and still brewing excitement.

Zavida’s best resource is its’ people! Our staff are more than just employees – they are family.

This is a full-time position, working Monday through Thursday 7am-5:30pm.

Zavida Coffee Company is headquartered in Concord, ON.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Flavourist is responsible for safely operating production equipment and following Company specified processes to accurately and effectively flavour manufactured coffee.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

- Prepare coffee flavours using recipes and follow Company specifications
- Apply flavours onto coffee product using machinery to meet Company specifications
- Apply heat to drums during processing
- Prepare flavoured coffee with a high degree of accuracy and quality in accordance with any relevant procedures, work instructions and/or technical specifications
- Liaise with the Quality Department on a regular basis
- Take flavoured samples to Quality for inspection at planned intervals or when product conformance is in question
- Maintain ongoing communication with Production Manager and Supervisor regarding flavouring status
- Assist in preparing,



monitoring and maintaining the flavour extract inventory
- Responsible for grinding flavoured coffee as required
- Ensure the lot numbers match with the work orders
- Organize, maintain, clean and secure flavouring area on an ongoing basis
- Ensure the confidentiality of all flavor recipes
- Clean grinder, silos, drums, AJ mixer at specified times
- Ensure machinery is in good operating condition and report any issues to management and maintenance
- Ensure daily housekeeping is maintained
- Working safely and ensuring health and safety is of paramount importance
- Conduct monthly inventory required by Production Manager and Production Supervisor
- Assist with material handling (bring raw materials to production area)
- Adhere to GMP and GDP practices
- Adhere to all Food Safety and QA practices
- Complete redzone requirement checks in a timely manner
- Must wear respiratory mask and other provided PPE during the shift
- Assist other production lines, including wrapping pallets during the assembly runs as required
- All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

- Completion of high school diploma and/or equivalent
- 2 years’ experience operating a machine in a manufacturing and/or production environment is preferred
- Ability to lift 50lbs
- Ability to push full coffee silos
- Food and beverage experience strongly preferred
- Able to handle multiple deadlines
- Teamplayer
- Good verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to work well within a team and independently.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

- Competitive Wages
- Health & Dental Benefits
- DPSP Contributions
- Company Events

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Flavourist - Processing Technician (Concord)
🏢 Zavida Coffee
📍 Concord