Decanter Operator - 3rd Shift - F&B Manufacturing

LASSONDE PAPPAS AND CO INCSelah, WA
Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe operation of the finishers, heat exchangers and decanters. Sun-Rype Products (USA), Inc. has been providing families with delicious, wholesome juices and fruit snacks since 1946. As a progressive company committed to innovation and growth, we’re proud of our long-standing reputation and excited for what’s ahead. At Sun-Rype, we work together to deliver results, continually challenge ourselves to improve, and celebrate the success of our business as a team. Our collaborative, passionate culture is what truly sets us apart. If you're an organized, proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment we would encourage you to apply and join our team.

Requirements

  • Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to carry 50 pounds up and down 12 stairs.
  • Must be able to stand for 8 hours during a shift minus breaks and lunch.
  • Must be able to work in hot, humid and/or cold conditions.
  • Must be able to stand, bend, squat, crawl, kneel, reach above shoulders, climb ladders and crawl in tight and awkward work places for long periods of time.
  • Must have good hand-eye coordination.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Able to work any shift, overtime and any or all days of the week in accordance with plant needs.
  • Knowledge and awareness of proper lifting techniques.
  • Knowledge and awareness of chemicals used for CIP and proper PPI while using them.
  • Knowledge and awareness of augers and how to maintain covers and guards.
  • Knowledge and proper use of lock-out/tag-out procedures.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Superb organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • A demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Personally invested in the success of the business.
  • Motivated, focused and accountable for results.
  • The Filter Operator must interact and communicate effectively with all employees of the organization.

Nice To Haves

  • Minimum one year experience as a decanter operator preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Proper operation of the Decanters and related processes both on the delivery side of this equipment as well as the waste removal process.
  • Correct Paperwork & gallons
  • Operate in Hot Set Pasteurizing Temperatures
  • Centrifuge feed chamber cleaning procedure
  • Add Correct enzyme dose for pectin & Starch- Document lot numbers.
  • Change Bertocchi Turbo Extractor Screen.
  • Operate CIP System on mash tanks 1,2,3- Bertocchi Finisher – The Double Tubes Heat Exchanger- Centrisys Decanter – Product line from the decanter balance tank to Processing tanks # 7 & 8
  • Perform critical valve manipulation to send product to correct tanks.
  • Move pumice truck and ensure pumice pumps and augers are working.
  • Ability to drive forklift.
  • Follow plant GMP’s at all times and ensure work area is secure.
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