Sanitation Operator II position in Paterson, Washington is available at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMWE). We are hiring two (2) positions for this function. In this role you will be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing production areas and for maintaining and improving sanitation within our winery. This role is full time. One position is day shift and works Monday - Thursday from 6:00am - 4:30pm, and the other position is night shift and works Monday - Thursday from 4:00pm - 2:30am. Please indicate your shift preference in your application.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is a premium wine company that is proud to call the greater Seattle area our home. We are a collection of distinctive wine estates and maker of some of the finest wines in the world because we value our vineyards and the art of winemaking. This focus has resulted in our ability to offer our consumers extraordinary and distinctive wines from some of the best regions in the world.

Sanitation Operator job responsibilities include:

• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing of all production areas, including but not limited to, equipment tanks, walls, floors, hoses, transfer lines, clamps, and gaskets.
• Understand proper handling and application practices of various sanitation chemicals.
• Read and understand chemical warnings.
• Disassemble equipment and tank valves for cleaning purposes; reassemble equipment when sanitized.
• Work independently with limited supervision.
• Comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Continual communication with supervisors on location needed for sanitation.
• Ensure that proper labeling is in place on all sanitation equipment and tanks.
• Maintain proper records on daily sanitation.

Position Requirements:

• High School or General Equivalency Diploma required.
• Must be 21 years or older (Alcohol) and have a history of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies.
• Must be organized and detail oriented; able to balance multiple demands and competing priorities.
• Must be a self-motivated team player who is able to work independently.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to stand, lift, bend, kneel, twist, pull, push, and walk on uneven ground during work shift.
• Must be comfortable working at various heights and in tight spaces.
• Experience with forklift and scissor lift

Your Compensation:

$18.50/hour

At Ste. Michelle Wine Estates we believe in paying our employees equal pay for equal work. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate's prior experience and education level as it pertains to the role.

Benefits of working with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates:

Our Total Rewards programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented, curious people with a passion for innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and growth. We offer leading programs that inspire and reward superior performance and foster an inclusive, diverse, and healthy workforce.

• Health Care Coverage including medical, dental, vision & prescription - eligible on date of hire for full-time employees
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Match and Supplemental Contribution
• Employee Wine Discounts

Culture at Ste. Michelle:

We Challenge: We are driven to succeed in everything we do, and we challenge ourselves and our team to perform at the highest level.

We Care: We put people first - our team, our consumers, our customers, our communities.

We Collaborate: We believe there is nothing we can't accomplish - together - and we believe lifting up those around us is essential to achieving both individual and collective success.

Harvest your potential, Uncork the possibilities! If you are interested in a Sanitation Operator II job in Paterson, Washington please apply now.

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Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class. For more information, see the EEOC's " Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law " poster.