Apple In Feed Operator

• Location 1525 SOUTH 4TH ST,Sunnyside, WA, 98944,United States
• Base Pay $17.50 - $22.00 / Hour
• Job Category Manufacturing, Food processing
• Industry Manufacturing
• Employee Type Regular

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Manzana Products Co. has been in business for over 100 years and is a leading producer of organic apple juice, apple sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Manzana is owned by Agrial, a prominent French co-op of 12,000 farmer members and a force in agriculture and food production.

Manzana’s mission is to create quality apple products by placing the highest value on people, suppliers, customers, and continuous improvement in manufacturing capabilities, with social and environmental responsibility at the heart of our actions.

We are in the process of relocating our manufacturing facility from Sebastopol, CA to Sunnyside, WA. While the facility is essential, we believe that building a strong, dedicated team is the key to success. At Manzana, we work each day to foster a culture focused on food safety, employee health and safety, customer service, continuous improvement, and an inclusive, respectful environment where all team members’ contributions are valued, and feedback is encouraged.

At Manzana, all employees are required to actively participate in our comprehensive Food Safety Program to ensure the consistent production of the highest quality and safest food products. This commitment is essential to maintaining our standards and protecting our customers.

Join us as we grow and make a difference together

The Apple Infeed Operator is responsible for managing the safe and efficient flow of apples from the dumping tank through the conveyor system to the Bertocchi or grinder on the press side. This position monitors and adjusts equipment and line speeds, manages apple lot blending and dumping, performs quality inspections, operates and monitors washing and sorting equipment, and ensures the timely removal of material other than apples (MOA).

• Operate and monitor the apple infeed conveyor system from the dumping tank to the Bertocchi or grinder.
• Control and adjust conveyor and equipment speeds to maintain proper product flow and maximize line efficiency.
• Manage the blending and dumping of different apple lots according to production requirements.
• Perform routine apple quality checks, including cut tests and visual grading, and communicate quality concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Monitor and operate the high‑pressure apple washing system to ensure apples are properly cleaned before processing.
• Monitor the sorting table and identify and remove damaged, defective, or unsuitable apples as required.
• Monitor the conveyor line for proper operation, product flow, and potential equipment issues. Remove and properly dispose of MOA (material other than apples) collected in designated bins at various points along the line.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and ensure bins and collection points are routinely emptied.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, product‑quality issues, and abnormal operating conditions.
• Follow established production, food‑safety, sanitation, and workplace‑safety procedures.
• Complete required production, quality, and equipment records accurately.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance personnel, quality‑control staff, and other production employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Previous experience in a food‑processing, production, or agricultural environment preferred.
• Ability to operate and monitor conveyors, pumps, washers, sorting equipment, and related processing equipment.
• Ability to recognize differences in apple quality through visual inspection…