Production Maintenance Technician I

SunOpta Overview:

SunOpta Inc. is a leader in the plant-based foods and beverages, fruit-based foods and beverages, and organic ingredient sourcing industries. SunOpta is focused on sustainability and specializes in the sourcing, processing, and packaging of organic, conventional, non-GMO food products.

SunOpta is looking for talented individuals that demonstrate our most valued behaviors: Passion, Dedication, Speed, Entrepreneurship, Customer-Centricity, and Problem-Solver, to help create a brighter, healthier, and sustainable future of food!

Summary: (Basic Knowledge – 90 Days)

Production Maintenance Technician I is available for a qualified individual with proven maintenance skills. Responsibilities include efficient preventative maintenance and repair of food manufacturing and packaging equipment, including Aseptic Fillers, Cappers, Packer and/or High Temperature Processing (HTP) equipment. Can execute Preventative, Corrective and Break down Work Orders under direction of a Level II III, Lead or Supervisor. Perform other maintenance duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Wears PPE and adheres to all Food Safety requirements
• Strictly adheres to all Safety requirements and maintains safety training records
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Ensure safety in the workplace by eliminating unsafe conditions
• Performs planned, corrective, and unplanned maintenance on specified equipment
• Ability to read and understand Maintenance Manuals for proper repair and care
• Capable of effectively supporting more senior mechanics in complex repairs or services
• Protect Company assets by the direct intervention of any condition resulting in the abuse of equipment or buildings
• General computer skills
• Enters time, parts and follow ups into CMMS System
• Remain current on all Alchemy, Food Safety and Package Integrity Training as directed
• Skilled in the use of, and possession of, hand and power tools
• Executes the preventive maintenance program as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor
• Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards
• Maintains communication (oral and written) within the maintenance team to ensure smooth shift transitions
• Other duties as assigned or required

Key Accountabilities:

• Technical ability – general understanding of manufacturing equipment and processes
• Methodological approach to problem solving
• Accountability – Record >80% of labor into CMMS System
• Motivation – Eagerness to learn Aseptic Filling Principles
• Planning/Organizing – Enter daily activities into CMMS System, generates work orders and effectively executes work assigned to him/her in a timely manner
• Professionalism- Approaches others in a tactful manner, treats others with respect and consideration, accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments
• Quality- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality
• Development – Willingness to learn CMMS process
• Adaptability- Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands, changes approach or method to best fit the situation, able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events
• Dependability- Follow instructions, responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
• Initiative- Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed
• Innovation- Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work

Safety

• Follow all facility human and food safety policies including proper use of PPE.
• Report all near misses and accidents to the production supervisor.

Quality:

• Adheres to all Quality Assurance System guidelines
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to conduct required testing for products prior to processing, after processing and prior to product release.
• Must comply and support the HACCP program.

Housekeeping

• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Assists all areas of the plant with general housekeeping.
• Cooperates with other shifts and the management team in the housekeeping endeavor.

Communications

• As a member of the FSQ team, ensures the effective shift communication and teamwork with the other operators occurs on each scheduled shift.
• Maintains effective communication with members of the support group.
• Communicate, Communicate, and Communicate.

Teamwork and Training

• Promotes and contributes to the development of a strong team.
• Works among co-workers as a team.
• Personal Development
• Continuously improve your knowledge of the aseptic filling area.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• A self-starter capable of working in a team-based environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aseptic processing and high-speed form/fill/seal packaging experience.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages.
• Ability to solve practical problems and the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram or schedule form.
• Knowledge of business and manufacturing software.

Additional Considerations:

• Location: This position will be at the SunOpta Plant in Modesto, CA.
• Shift: SunOpta currently has an opportunity on Night Shift, 6pm to 6:30 am on a 2-2-3 pattern.
• Availability: Some flexibility may be needed on occasion.
• Pay Rate: $36.75/hour 
  • There is a $2.00/hour shift differential for working the 12-hour night shift on the 2-2-3 pattern.
  • Shift: This will be a Night Shift, 6:00 pm - 6:30 am, on a 2-2-3 pattern.
• Work Environment: This position will be in a production / manufacturing environment.
• Physical Demands: This role may require lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds.