PASTEURIZER MICRO FILTER

Job Description

Universal Ingredients -Innovative Plant-Based Solutions for Global Industries

Universal Ingredients is a global supplier of high-quality, plant-based specialty ingredients for human and pet consumption. With thousands of products and global sourcing capabilities, we provide customized, value-added solutions – including fruit and vegetable juices and concentrates, dehydrated ingredients, botanical extracts, flavors, and beverage systems – for food and beverage manufacturers worldwide.

Our advanced production capabilities, including aseptic beverage processing and flexible packaging solutions, enable safe, shelf-stable products with no preservatives. At the heart of our innovation is our Application Capabilities Lab, where food science experts collaborate with customers to develop market-ready solutions through product development, flavor analysis, sensory testing, and commercialization support.

Driven by innovation, sustainability, and partnership, Universal Ingredients helps customers stay ahead of evolving consumer preferences while delivering consistent quality, functionality, and performance across global markets.

Job Description For: PASTEURIZER OPERATOR

Division/Department: Production

Location: Grandview, WA

Job Title: Pasteurizer Operator

Reports To: Processing Manager

Salary/Wage- Refer to Job Classification Wage Detail

Type of Position: Full-Time

Hours: 40+/week: Hourly

Competitive benefit package

Annual wage review based on individual performance.

Company sponsored bonus package dependent upon individual & company performance.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The pasteurizer operator operates pasteurizer and other processing equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Produce food products meeting all federal, state and customer requirements, regulations, and specifications. Follows established company policies and procedures, including wearing proper PPE.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Displays a positive attitude in a team environment

Ability to follow written and verbal instruction

Ability to maximize equipment operation

Ability to understand process flows

Good communication skills

Ability to document activities on operator forms

Strong knowledge of sanitation, CIP and COP procedures

Ability to work safely around equipment

Follow company policies and procedures

Initiative to learn and cross train on other equipment

WORK EXPERIENCE & PERSONAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Experience in the ingredient, beverage or food processing industry

Equipment operating experience

Good reading, writing and verbal skills

Strong teamwork skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Forklift operating skills

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma and/or equivalent or higher.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees are subject to pre-employment drug testing.

Full-time