Production Maintenance Technician I

SunOpta•Modesto, CA

5d•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. 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! Summary: (Basic Knowledge – 90 Days) Production Maintenance Technician I 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. Can execute Preventative, Corrective and Break down Work Orders under direction of a Level II III, Lead or Supervisor. Perform other maintenance duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent.
A self-starter capable of working in a team-based environment.
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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
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 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
Other duties as assigned or required
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.
Communicate, Communicate, and Communicate.
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.