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Mullege PLC is a prominent coffee exporter in Ethiopia, specializing in green Arabica coffee beans. With over three decades of experience, the company has grown from a small supplier to an internationally recognized exporter, serving clients on four continents. They operate two major plants in Addis Ababa and have a substantial annual production capacity and logistics operations. Mullege’s vision is to become an internationally recognized exporter of green coffee beans, driven by a strong foundation, innovative ideas, and dedication. Their mission is to provide the most refined coffee to coffee lovers globally through two processing plants in Addis Ababa and pulping stations across Ethiopia. Position: Junior Cupping Officer Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Plant Sciences, Food Science, Agronomy, Applied Chemistry, or a closely related field. Experience: 0 to 1 year max. Intense passion for the coffee industry and an eager willingness to learn are highly valued over long experience. • Technical & Soft Skills: • Highly developed sensory capabilities (keen sense of taste and smell). • Exceptional attention to detail (crucial for physical defect grading and precise laboratory measurements). • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel or database entry to support digitized record-keeping. • Solid communication skills in Amharic and basic functional English (useful for understanding export documentation terms). Key Responsibilities & Duties 1. Export Sample Processing & Setup • Strict Sample Preparation: Receive incoming green coffee lot samples from washing stations, hulling mills, or suppliers, ensuring perfect identification and zero cross-contamination. • Roasting & Grinding Calibration: Roast green coffee samples uniformly to exact standard profiles using laboratory sample roasters. Grind coffee precisely according to Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) protocol. • Station Preparation: Set up sensory tables daily with strict portion controls, monitored water temperatures (around 93°C–95°C), specialized cupping spoons, and clean testing bowls. 2. Sensory Evaluation & Quality Assistance • Sensory Assessment: Participate in daily cupping panels alongside Senior Cupping Officers to assess aroma, flavor notes, acidity, body, and uniformity. • Defect Detection: Perform physical inspections on green coffee beans to count primary/secondary defects and check moisture levels before roasting. • Export Grading Support: Assist in sorting and cataloging commercial vs. specialty coffee profiles (e.g., Sidamo, Yirgacheffe, Guji, Jimma) to align with client purchase contracts. 3. Data Management & Documentation • Laboratory Logging: Enter physical measurements, moisture content readings, and initial cupping scores into Mullege Plc’s internal database or tracking spreadsheets. • Traceability Tracking: Maintain flawless records linking sample numbers to their respective warehouse codes or lot numbers to guarantee total traceability from source to container. Salary: Per Company Scale Location: Addis Ababa Deadline: June 23, 2026 How To Apply Please write the title of your application in the subject line. To all Candidates meeting the required qualifications, we invite you to send your application (Cover Letter) along with detailed documents and your CV. Applicants can Apply through ethiojobs.net