Sanitation Operator II

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A Sanitation Operator II position in Paterson, Washington is available helle Wine Estates (SMWE). In this role you will be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing production areas and for maintaining and improving sanitation within our winery. This is a full‑time position covering the day shift, Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Company
Ste Michelle Wine Estates

Location
Paterson, WA

• Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all production areas, including 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.

• High School or General Equivalency Diploma preferred.
• Must be organized, detail‑oriented, and able to balance multiple demands and competing priorities.
• Must be a self‑motivated team player who can work independently.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Experience with forklift and scissor lift.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to work extended hours during peak periods to include periodic shift work.
• 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.
• We follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in our production facilities. You will be required to follow all GMP and safety requirements.
• 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.

$18.50 /hour

• 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.

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.

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.

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Management and Manufacturing

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