Operations Downline Operator I (Nights)

SunOpta•Allentown, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for operating palletizing equipment and forklifts used to package aseptic beverage finished products, as well as cleaning and sanitizing equipment through CIP. The operator supports production by monitoring equipment and supplies, completing quality and food-safety checks, maintaining records, and communicating production issues. Work is performed in a manufacturing facility that is not climate controlled and may contain allergens. The role is on Team D, with a scheduled shift of 5:30 PM to 6:00 AM in 12-hour shifts on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule, including rotating weekends. The position is non-exempt.

Requirements

Forklift certification.
Successful completion of background and drug screens.
Ability to keep operating logs and records.
Ability to read manuals and solve problems.
Ability to climb on and off forklifts regularly.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail, a sense of urgency, self-accountability, and the ability to work as a team player.
Ability to work with little or no administrative support; high energy, flexibility, self-starting initiative, and a hands-on approach.
Basic math skills, including weight calculations, averages, and percentages.
Ability to read and write in English.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds, climb stairs, and stand for long periods.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher, or two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferably at least one year of experience in food manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Operate energized and non-energized forklifts and palletizing equipment.
Monitor and fix equipment faults and clear material jams in the palletizing robot.
Pick and load outbound trucks according to paperwork, and unload and put away inbound trucks.
Monitor raw packaging materials and supplies to ensure production is supplied efficiently.
Maintain ingredients and materials on a First In, First Out (FIFO) basis.
Perform directed routine maintenance on forklift and palletizing equipment and document parts that need to be ordered.
Relieve other production team members for breaks and absences as required.
Keep the area around equipment clean and organized.
Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment.
Complete inspections of critical parameters and quality and food-safety checks to ensure standards and specifications are met.
Work independently and professionally with other team members, and communicate delays or problems that could hinder production to facility personnel.
Complete required paperwork neatly and professionally, including operating logs and records.
Follow employee safety, food-safety, quality procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Complete proper shift handoffs with incoming and outgoing operators.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including protective gloves, aprons, face shields, and safety glasses.
Take ownership of the department, responsibilities, and job function.
Perform other duties as assigned.