Decanter & Finisher Operator — 2nd Shift, Full-Time

Lassonde Pappas & Co., Inc.; Wapato (WA); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 58,741,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun-Rype in Wapato, WA is seeking a Decanter Operator for the 2nd/swing shift. You will be responsible for the safe operation of the decanter, finisher, and pasteurizers, ensuring product quality and process compliance.

Starting pay is $20.00 to $20.50 per hour, with overtime as needed. The role requires ability to lift and move heavy loads, work in hot/humid/cold conditions, and operate forklifts as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum one year experience as decanter operator preferred.
• Able to work any shift, overtime and any days of the week.
• Knowledge and awareness of CIP chemicals and proper PPI.
• Knowledge and awareness of augers and maintenance of covers/guards.
• Knowledge and proper use of lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and to the success of the business.

Responsibilities

• Operate the decanter, finisher, and pasteurizer processes during production.
• Monitor Mash cooler for the first 20 minutes of startup for issues.
• Perform CIP on pasteurizers 1 & 2 and 1 hour flush to filter tanks and finishers.
• Change finisher bins and manage valve changes to direct product to correct vessels.
• Move pumice truck and ensure pumice pumps and augers are functioning.
• Ability to drive a forklift as part of daily duties.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Safety and GMP adherence

Procedural discipline

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Sun-Rype in Wapato, WA is seeking a Decanter Operator for the 2nd/swing shift. You will be responsible for the safe operation of the decanter, finisher, and pasteurizers, ensuring product quality and process compliance.

Starting pay is $20.00 to $20.50 per hour, with overtime as needed. The role requires ability to lift and move heavy loads, work in hot/humid/cold conditions, and operate forklifts as part of daily duties.