Production Maintenance Technician I

SunOpta • Omak, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Maintenance Mechanic I role is available for a qualified individual with proven maintenance skills. Responsibilities include: Efficient preventative maintenance and repair of food manufacturing and packaging equipment, including Aseptic Fillers, Cappers, Packer and/or High Temperature Processing (HTP) equipment. Ability to execute preventative, corrective and breakdown work orders under direction of a Level II or III, Lead or Supervisor. Perform other maintenance duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a food production or manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Excel, CMMS, and other data reporting systems.
• Forklift Certification within 90 days of job entry.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in industrial maintenance and or job-related vocational/technical degree.
• Experience with PLCs, robotics, and / or electrical troubleshooting.
• Eagerness to learn Aseptic Filling Principles.
• Willingness to learn CMMS process.

Responsibilities

• Performs 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.
• General computer skills.
• Enters time, parts and follows up 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.
• 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.
• Maintains communication (oral and written) within the maintenance team to ensure smooth shift transitions.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Family leave
• Paid maternity leave
• 401(k) with Match
• Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital indemnity
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition assistance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability insurance

What This Job Offers

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