Operations Downline Operator I

SunOpta•Alexandria, MN

20h•Onsite

About The Position

SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands, retailers, and foodservice providers across a broad portfolio of beverages, broths, and better-for-you snacks. With over 50 years of expertise, SunOpta fuels customers’ growth with high-quality, sustainability-forward solutions distributed through retail, club, foodservice, and e-commerce channels across North America. The Downline Operator I is responsible for the operations of the Downline Packaging equipment including Cap Applicator, Cardboard Case Packer, Accumulators, and learning basic functionality of the coders. This role ensures efficient operation of distribution equipment and supports maintenance activities consistently. The operator must follow written and verbal instructions to meet quality and efficiency standards, and assume responsibility for safety, quality, and effective communication relevant to shift and plant performance. This position also covers for vacations and absences of other employees.

Requirements

Able to work independently with minimal amount of supervision
Must be able to troubleshoot and resolve moderate to complex issues
Must have accurate and detailed record keeping and legible handwriting
Understands procedures for all allergens and how to prevent cross contamination
Must adhere to all GMP's and Safety Procedures established by Management
Must be able to stand (12) hours for long periods of time and lift a minimum up to 50lbs frequently and move rolling tubs occasionally in excess of 100lb and push/pull pallet jacks with heavy loads
Work (12) hours as required as well as any overtime that may be scheduled when additional coverage is needed, maintaining a good attendance record
Must have good personal hygiene
Good communication and interpersonal skills lending to a team environment
Have a minimum of 90 days of distribution equipment experience
Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent education

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of business, computer and math

Responsibilities

Complies with Good manufacturing practices
Monitors and fixes faults as well as clearing any material jams in equipment
Conducts required quality checks to assure standards are met
Maintain clean and organized area
Maintains communications within production team ensuring smooth shift transitions, etc.
Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment
Assist with maintenance techs on routine maintenance and troubleshooting
Support mechanics in appropriate maintenance activities
Monitor WIP material and supplies to ensure efficient production
Basic understanding of Oracle systems accurately scanning material being consumed
Relieve other production team members for breaks and absences as required
Accurately prepares and maintains all area codes and paperwork
Set up oncoming shifts for success leaving area clean, organized and stocked
Adheres to all plant safety rules
Reports all near misses and accidents to the production supervisor and or HR representative
Serves an active role in the plant safety program by participating in monthly safety inspections and reporting and potential safety hazards to the safety committee or management team
Adheres to all Quality Assurance System guidelines
Follows SOP’s and SSOP’s (standard operating procedures and sanitation standard operating procedures) when performing machine adjustments, to ensure the manufacturing of high-quality packages
Responsible for compliance with the GMP’s, HACCP and SQF programs
Accurately prepares and maintains downline area documentation, writing legibly and completely filling out all documents
Assist the maintenance technicians with anything they may need to expedite the process when maintenance is occurring on or in your work area
Report equipment in a state of disrepair ASAP to avoid break downs
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Assists all areas of the plant with general housekeeping
Cooperates with other shifts and the management team in housekeeping endeavors
Ensure that effective shift communication and teamwork with the other operators occurs each scheduled shift
Maintains effective communication with members of the support group
Be professional and respectful when communicating using Handheld radios
Promotes and contributes to the development of a strong team
Works well among co-workers as a team
Assist in coaching and training employees as requested by the management team
Continuous improvement of knowledge of the downline area
Become familiar with SunOpta 360
Completes and adheres to the annual alchemy schedule
Performs the Quality Assurance checks on cartons and cases verifying the package integrity