Operations Mixer I Second shift

SunOpta•Omak, WA

66d•Onsite

About The Position

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! Job Summary: OPERATIONS MIXER I Essential Functions of the Job: Identify potential problems/projects/improvements which will maximize production efficiencies and reduce downtime Accurately complete all assigned reports and/or forms Ability to breakdown recipes and convert gallons to pounds and pounds to kilograms with the assistance of a calculator Examine, measure, and weigh materials or products to verify conformance to standards, using measuring devices such as templates, micrometers, or scales Ability to operate PLC controlled equipment Accurately account for incoming raw materials and record their usage Add ingredients to mixing tank and transfer them to the holding tank and then to the evaporator Record lot codes for raw materials used for quality assurance Follow recipes per SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) Follow company GMP's (good manufacturing practices) and all other quality programs as they relate to the production department Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and as a member of a team Wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when required Responsible for ensuring work area is clean and organized Strictly adhere to all Safety policies (i.e. Lock Out Tag Out, Machine Guarding, etc.) Committed to ensuring that the products produced meet all food safety and quality requirements Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Must possess High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic math skills
The candidate with be subjected to pre-employment criminal background Other skill-related tests may be required.
Oral Communication-Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions and provides clear answers.
Written Communication-Presents numerical data effectively in reports.
Ethics-Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
Organizational Support-Follows policies and procedures; supports organization's goals and values; respects diversity.
Motivation -Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Professionalism -Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.
Experience with PC and PLC driven components and forklift.
Bi-Lingual Spanish.
LEAN Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Identify potential problems/projects/improvements which will maximize production efficiencies and reduce downtime Accurately complete all assigned reports and/or forms
Ability to breakdown recipes and convert gallons to pounds and pounds to kilograms with the assistance of a calculator
Examine, measure, and weigh materials or products to verify conformance to standards, using measuring devices such as templates, micrometers, or scales
Ability to operate PLC controlled equipment
Accurately account for incoming raw materials and record their usage
Add ingredients to mixing tank and transfer them to the holding tank and then to the evaporator
Record lot codes for raw materials used for quality assurance
Follow recipes per SOP (Standard Operating Procedures)
Follow company GMP's (good manufacturing practices) and all other quality programs as they relate to the production department
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and as a member of a team
Wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when required
Responsible for ensuring work area is clean and organized
Strictly adhere to all Safety policies (i.e. Lock Out Tag Out, Machine Guarding, etc.)
Committed to ensuring that the products produced meet all food safety and quality requirements
Other duties as assigned