Operations Downline Operator I -2nd Shift

Downline Operator I

Pay Rate: $23.00 plus $0.60 shift differential.
Schedule: M-F (varying OT) 2PM -1030PM
2nd Shift Swing

FLSA Status (US): Non-Exempt

Reports: Jose Gamino

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:

This position is responsible for all functions related to operating the packaging equipment to include cleaning (CIP) and sanitizing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must follow all employee safety, food safety and quality procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Must follow all Safety rules and wear required PPE such as protective gloves, bump caps, hair and beard nets, uniforms, safety shoes and safety glasses.
• Ability to setup and efficiently operate all downstream packaging equipment.
• Complete all functions related to cleaning and sanitizing the equipment and the work area.
• Perform basic Preventative maintenance and trouble shoot basic to moderate operating issues involving packaging equipment.
• Communicate to your supervisor regarding any problems with the packaging equipment that would hinder production.
• Responsible for proper shift handoff with oncoming/ outgoing operators.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Will be required to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work independently as well as professionally with other team members.
• Completes required quality and production inspections, checks, and paperwork in a neat & professional manner.
• Must be able to perform basic math calculations as required.
• All other duties as assigned.
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Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of packaging experience; preferably in manufacturing or production environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree.
• Forklift Certification

Knowledge and Skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Team player.
• Knowledge and understanding of basic math skills.

Work Environment: 100% of work is performed in a non-temperature-controlled manufacturing / production environment.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice