Production Maintenance Technician I

SunOpta • Modesto, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

SunOpta is seeking a Production Maintenance Technician I, a role for a qualified individual with proven maintenance skills. This position involves efficient preventative maintenance and repair of food manufacturing and packaging equipment, including Aseptic Fillers, Cappers, Packers, and High Temperature Processing (HTP) equipment. The technician will execute Preventative, Corrective, and Break down Work Orders under the direction of a Level II, III, Lead, or Supervisor, and perform other maintenance duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Proven maintenance skills.
• General computer 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.
• 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.
• Perform 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.
• 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.
• Follow all facility human and food safety policies including proper use of PPE.
• Report all near misses and accidents to the production supervisor.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Promotes and contributes to the development of a strong team.
• Works among co-workers as a team.
• Continuously improve your knowledge of the aseptic filling area.
• A self-starter capable of working in a team-based environment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Wear PPE and adhere to all Food Safety requirements.
• Strictly adhere to all Safety requirements and maintain safety training records.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Ensure safety in the workplace by eliminating unsafe conditions.
• Perform planned, corrective, and unplanned maintenance on specified equipment.
• Read and understand Maintenance Manuals for proper repair and care.
• Effectively support more senior mechanics in complex repairs or services.
• Protect Company assets by direct intervention of any condition resulting in the abuse of equipment or buildings.
• Enter time, parts, and follow-ups into CMMS System.
• Remain current on all Alchemy, Food Safety, and Package Integrity Training as directed.
• Execute the preventive maintenance program as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Inspect operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
• Maintain communication (oral and written) within the maintenance team to ensure smooth shift transitions.
• Adhere to all Quality Assurance System guidelines.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to conduct required testing for products.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist all areas of the plant with general housekeeping.
• Cooperate with other shifts and the management team in the housekeeping endeavor.
• Ensure effective shift communication and teamwork with other operators.
• Maintain effective communication with members of the support group.
• Promote and contribute to the development of a strong team.
• Work among co-workers as a team.
• Continuously improve knowledge of the aseptic filling area.

Benefits

• Shift differential for working the 12-hour night shift on the 2-2-3 pattern.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED