Function: Operations, Engineering and Maintenance
Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 17,000 people globally.
Job Description
The Coffee Lab Manager plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing the quality standards of green coffee beans. This position involves assessing and analyzing various aspects of green coffee, conducting inspections, implementing quality control procedures, and collaborating with suppliers to ensure the highest quality standards are met.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect samples of green coffee beans from different batches.
- Conduct visual inspections to identify defects, inconsistencies, and other quality issues.
- Utilize sensory evaluation techniques to assess aroma, flavor, and other characteristics.
- Perform laboratory tests to evaluate moisture content, density, and other physical properties.
- Use cupping techniques to evaluate taste profiles and identify any off-flavors or defects.
- Record and analyze data from quality tests and inspections.
- Prepare reports summarizing the quality of different batches and providing recommendations for improvement.
- Work closely with coffee producers and suppliers to communicate quality standards and expectations.
- Provide feedback to suppliers and collaborate on quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate records of quality control activities.
- Generate regular reports on the quality of green coffee, highlighting trends and areas for improvement.
- Regular communication with traders, marketers, and origin representatives.
- Stay informed about industry trends, new testing methods, and quality control best practices.
- Propose and implement improvements to existing quality control processes.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as food science, agriculture, or chemistry.
- Previous experience in quality control, preferably in the coffee industry.
- Strong knowledge of coffee processing methods and industry quality standards.
- Excellent sensory evaluation skills, including cupping proficiency.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment and testing procedures.
Work Environment: The Green Coffee Quality Control Specialist will work in a laboratory.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage.
- 401k with Company Match.
- Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays.
- Hybrid work available (not applicable to all roles).
Diversity & Inclusion:
LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion. LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Louis Dreyfus Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sustainability:
Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company. We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us.
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