Operations Downline Operator I (Days)

About the role

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.

Essential Functions of the Job

• Operate and learn the operations of the Downline Packaging equipment including Cap Applicator, Cardboard Case Packer, Accumulators, and learn basic functionality of the coders.
• Ensure efficient operation of distribution equipment and support maintenance activities on a consistent basis.
• Follow written and verbal instructions to ensure quality and efficiency standards are being met.
• Assume responsibility for safety, quality and effective communication relevant to shift and plant performance.
• Fills in for vacations and or covers if other employees are absent.

Key Accountabilities

• Safety: Adheres to all plant safety rules. Reports all near misses and accidents to the production supervisor and or HR representative. Serves an active role the plant safety programs, by participating in monthly safety inspections and reporting any potential safety hazards to the safety committee or Management.
• Quality: Adheres to all Quality Assurance System guidelines. Follows SOP’s and SSOP’s (standard operating procedures and sanitation standard operating procedures) when making processing adjustments, to ensure the manufacturing of high-quality liquid-based products. Responsible for compliance with GMP’s, HACCP and SQF programs. Identifies all critical control points (CCP) understanding their functions it relates to the process.
• Maintenance: When maintenance is occurring in your work area, it is the expectation to assist the Maintenance Technicians in any capacity needed to expedite the repair process.
• Housekeeping: 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 housekeeping endeavors.
• Communications: As a member of the Production team, ensures effective shift communication and teamwork with other operators occurs each scheduled shift. Maintains effective communication with members of the support group. When utilizing the handheld radios employees are expected to be professional and respectful when communicating.
• Teamwork and Training: Promotes and contributes to the development of a strong team. Works well among co-workers as a team. Assist in coaching and training employees as requested by the management team.
• Personal Development: Continuously improve your knowledge of the Aseptic Filling process. Become familiar with SunOpta 360. Completes and adheres to the Annual Alchemy Schedule.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of math and computers.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
• Ability to set priorities in order to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.

Knowledge and Skills

• Must be able to troubleshoot and resolve moderate to complex issues.
• Must have accurate and detailed record keeping and legible handwriting.
• Understands procedures for all allergens and how to prevent cross contamination.
• Must adhere to all GMP's and Safety Procedures established by Management.
• Must be able to stand (12) hours for long periods of time and lift a minimum up to 50lbs frequently.
• Must be able to move rolling tubs occasionally in excess of 100lb and push/pull pallet jacks with heavy loads.
• Work (12) hours as required as well as any overtime that may be scheduled when additional coverage is needed, maintaining a good attendance record.
• Must have good personal hygiene.
• Performs the Quality Assurance checks on cartons and cases verifying the package integrity.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills lending to a team environment.

Additional Considerations

• Location: This position will be at the SunOpta Plant in Midlothian, TX.
• Shift: This position will be a day shift (A) role on a 2-2-3 pattern, 6 am to 6:30 pm.
• Pay Rate: $23.00/hour.
• Featured 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.
• EEO M/W/VET/DISABLED.