Warehouse Operator II

A Warehouse Operator II position is available at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMME) in Paterson, WA. The ideal candidate for this role will have previous warehouse experience and be able to operate power equipment. Additionally, a valid driver's license is required. The primary responsibility of the Warehouse Operator II is to safely operate lift trucks and perform various warehouse tasks as directed. This is a full-time position that supports our day-shift teams.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is a premium wine company that is proud to call the greater Seattle area our home. We are a collection of distinctive wine estates and maker of some of the finest wines in the world because we value our vineyards and the art of winemaking. This focus has resulted in our ability to offer our consumers extraordinary and distinctive wines from some of the best regions in the world.

Warehouse Operator II job responsibilities include:

• Supply bottling lines with production materials.
• Safely operate lift trucks while putting away finished goods from the production lines.
• Utilize specialized programs to systematically transfer finished goods/packaging materials to new locations within the Warehouse.
• Accurately perform inventory counts on packaging materials and finished goods.
• Help maintain an organized and clean work environment.
• Load, unload, move, stack and stage product and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other power equipment.
• Maintain equipment and materials in a neat, clean and orderly on a daily basis, inspect and maintain assigned equipment and notify lead of any material or safety defects.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods and OSHA standards.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be minimum 21 years of age (Alcohol)
• Previous warehouse and lift truck experience a plus.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• We follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in our production facilities. You will be required to follow all GMP and Safety requirements.
• 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.

Your Compensation:

$16.46 - $21.40/hr. Based upon relevant experience.

At Ste. Michelle Wine Estates we believe in paying our employees equal pay for equal work. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate's prior experience and education level as it pertains to the role.

Benefits of working with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates:

Our Total Rewards programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented, curious people with a passion for innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and growth. We offer leading programs that inspire and reward superior performance and foster an inclusive, diverse, and healthy workforce.

• Health Care Coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription, is eligible on the date of hire for full-time employees.
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Match and Supplemental Contribution
• Employee Wine Discounts

Culture at Ste. Michelle:

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 the Warehouse Operator II position in Paterson, Washington position please apply now.

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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.