We are hellbent on doing great work and living a great life while we’re at it.

Reliable jobs with good pay, building real skills and still having gas in the tank to get after it when the workday is done. That’s Kicking Horse Coffee. Whether that’s lakes, trails, powder days, or just soaking up Columbia Valley life with your family, we want you finishing your shift with energy left for the good stuff!

YOU’LL LIKE IT HERE IF …

You want a stable job that fuels your big-mountain, small-town lifestyle.

You’re reliable, hands-on and take pride in doing things right.

You want to work somewhere people, not just output, matter.

You want to grow. At Kicking Horse Coffee, the more you learn, the more you earn.

You’ve got your crew’s back. You show up daily with respect and care for others.

You care about making an impact. Every single coffee bean is Fairtrade and Organic, positively impacting farmers around the world.

You take safety seriously. Looking out for each other is just how it’s done.

Bottom line: work hard, live well, be a good kick in the ass for the world.

What You’ll Do

Make the best coffee in Canada. You’ll be involved in every step of the process from preparing green beans to roasting and packaging the finished product. You’ll learn what premium quality looks, smells and tastes like and will work to uphold those standards. This work can be repetitive and physically demanding. It’s not for everyone. But it might be for you.

Follow standard operating procedures and departmental checklists to roast, bag and box our beans. Operate roasting and packaging equipment using HMI touch screen. Roast coffee, following clear recipes and roast profiles. Pack, inspect, bag, and box coffee, inspecting all finished products to ensure quality control standards are being met. Perform basic troubleshooting on some equipment and working alongside our Maintenance team. Safely transport coffee beans throughout our facility, via forklift. Perform daily clean-ups and room preparations including hoppers, pipes, de-stoners, bins and silos. Enter data into ERP software, tracking coffee information and recipes, allocating materials and maintaining inventory. Follow all health and safety and quality program policies and procedures. Participate in Kaizen (continuous improvement) initiatives. Cross train across plant operation areas from roasting, to packing, to warehousing.

What You Bring

Physical ability to lift up to 25-50 lbs (with help from the team), lifting, pushing, twisting and bending on a manufacturing line, up to 8 hours per shift. Basic computer skills and data entry experience is required. Experience using Microsoft Excel is an asset. Open to learning and developing new skills is a must! Possess a good understanding of workplace safety and willingness to learn and follow policies, procedures, and standard work instructions. Previous work experience in a manufacturing or production setting, and operating production equipment or packaging machinery is considered an asset. Forklift operator certificate or a willingness to obtain. Legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE DETAILS

This is an on-site position located in Invermere, BC. This is a full-time, permanent position in our Production department, working an average of 40 hours per week with a paid half hour lunch on 8-hour shifts. The hourly rate for this role is $25.67. Additional wage premiums are available based on skills, shifts, and added responsibilities (e.g., training, shift lead, multi-area work). Shifts can start as early as 5 AM and run as late as 11 PM, Sunday to Saturday.

THE GOOD STUFF

When individuals thrive, communities thrive. And we are here to help that happen with our benefits and programs:

Extended medical, dental and vision coverage, with $2,000 flexible paramedical services coverage, EFAP, and a $700 annual Wellness Allowance. 4 weeks of paid vacation after one year of work, plus get a paid day off to celebrate your birthday. Our Growth Grant gives employees access to non-repayable funding to pursue career-building learning that supports growth at the Horse or beyond. We provide uniforms and an allowance to cover costs for work boots and custom ear protection. Our Green Commuting program pays employees up to $3.00 per day for choosing a green commute to work. Our Dream Fund provides financial funding to put towards community projects. Our Apprenticeship Program provides a paid pathway to trade certification. Damn good discounts on coffee beans and at our on-site Café.

WHY THIS PLACE IS DIFFERENT

As Canada’s #1 selling whole bean coffee, demand for our organic, Fairtrade beans keeps climbing from coast to coast. That means one thing: we need more awesome humans on our team. We’re gearing up to grow big while staying true to what got us here.

We’ve been making kick-ass coffee for 30 years. We roast every bean in the Rocky Mountains, smack dab in the middle of nowhere. It’s where we’ve built something pretty special.

We don’t cut corners. We don’t do average. And we definitely don’t do half-assed. From how we source our beans to how we treat our people, we’re all in.

What We Value

Do What’s Right. It’s not always neat and tidy. It means taking care of people, the planet and the business. No posturing, no greenwashing, just grown-up conversations and real accountability. Never Half-Ass It. We’re on a mission to annihilate mediocrity. It’s about craftsmanship, care, and commitment. It’s about creating something we’re proud of, every time. Cut the Bullshit. It’s about systems that work without waste, kindness without drama and root-cause thinking over quick fixes. When we cut through noise, we make space for what matters: trust, clarity, and meaningful progress. Be Remarkable. Every now and then, we crank the dial past ten. We’re not here to play it safe or follow the crowd. We’re here to break patterns, defy expectations, and drop a few jaws along the way. If it’s forgettable, it’s not for us. Do It All With Love. Love? Buck yeah, Love! It’s our not-so-secret ingredient. We care deeply about the work we do, the people we work with, and the impact we have. That love shows up in every cup.

SOUND LIKE YOUR CUPPA? APPLY.

Create your account with our candidate portal (through Get Hired), answer some questions, and submit your resume. Postings remain open for two-week cycles, closing July 13, 2026.

SPIRIT OF LOVE

Love means welcoming everyone to ensure an inclusive place for all. We seek team members from all walks of life, backgrounds, and cultures.