Roasting & Grinding Operator at Vibrant Ingredients – Vista, California

Founded in 1954, Vibrant Ingredients is a leading provider of natural, clean label ingredients and systems that power extraordinary food and beverage experiences. The company’s broad portfolio — including natural flavors, botanical extracts, functional nutrition, cold brew coffee, tea essences, and food protection solutions — enhances taste, texture, color, shelf life, and performance across a wide range of applications. Vibrant operates four state-of-the-art facilities across the United States and works with leading brands, manufacturers, and foodservice operators. With vertically integrated capabilities and a proven track record of innovation and execution, Vibrant helps customers accelerate to market without compromise.

About the Role:

We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and an industry leader in clean label ingredients, we are a true partner. We collaborate with our customers in ways that respect people and the environment. A commitment to Purely Better™ drives our innovation team to discover new, on trend solutions.

As a Roasting & Grinding Operator you play a crucial role in the manufacturing process by ensuring that raw materials are transformed into high-quality products. This position involves operating and maintaining roasting and grinding equipment to achieve optimal flavor profiles and consistency. The operator will monitor the roasting process, adjusting parameters as necessary to meet production standards and specifications. Additionally, they will be responsible for conducting quality checks and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards in the work area. Ultimately, the success of this role directly impacts product quality and customer satisfaction.

How will you contribute:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Operate and monitor roasting and grinding machinery to ensure efficient production.
• Adjust equipment settings based on product specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct regular quality control checks on roasted and ground products.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols.
• Collaborate with team members to optimize production processes and resolve any issues.

The required skills for this role include mechanical aptitude and attention to detail, which are essential for operating and troubleshooting machinery effectively. Strong observational skills are necessary for conducting quality checks and ensuring that products meet established standards. Preferred skills such as knowledge of food safety regulations will enhance the operator's ability to maintain compliance and uphold product quality. Effective communication skills are important for collaborating with team members and reporting any issues that arise during production. Overall, a combination of technical and interpersonal skills will contribute to a successful and efficient manufacturing process.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or food processing environment.
• Basic understanding of machinery operation and maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with roasting and grinding equipment.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality control processes.
• Certification in food handling or safety.

Work Environment:

• May involve exposure to allergens such as Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shellfish, Milk, Egg, Tree Nuts and Sesame.

What Vibrant Ingredients can offer you:

• Generous time off for vacations
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Health & Wellness programs

More about us:

Vibrant Ingredients, headquartered in Lake Mary, FL, is one of the world's leading independent providers of natural ingredients. With a legacy spanning over 70 years, we deliver a diverse portfolio of clean label ingredients and innovative system solutions to the food and beverage industry. Our commitment to quality and performance is reflected in our American-made products, which enhance both taste and functionality. Backed by advanced manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in fermentation, patented cold brew extraction, custom flavor development, and a range of drying and blending technologies. Operating from four state-of-the-art facilities strategically located across the U.S., we ensure the accessibility of real, high-quality ingredients—helping our customers create better-for-you food and beverage for consumers.

"Improving the food and beverages consumed by providing real ingredients from nature that work."

This position is currently classified as on-site.

Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Holidays, Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.

The Company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior management, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.

EEO Statement

Vibrant Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Vibrant Ingredients will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Vibrant Ingredients in advance.

**Please no external recruiters**