Packaging Machine Operator I

4 weeks ago


St Davids, Canada SunOpta Full time

**SunOpta Overview**:
**SunOpta (Nasdaq**: STKL) (TSX: SOY) is an innovative and sustainable manufacturer fueling the future of food. With roots tracing back over 50 years, SunOpta drives growth for today’s leading brands by serving as a trusted innovation partner and value-added manufacturer, crafting organic, plant-based beverages, fruit snacks, nutritional beverages, broths and tea products sold through retail, club, foodservice and e-commerce channels. Alongside the company’s commitment to top brands, retailers and coffee shops, SunOpta also proudly produces its own brands, including SOWN®, Dream®, and West Life. For more information, visit SunOpta and LinkedIn.

Packaging Machine Operator I
- Join an inclusive and progressive company - named in Star Tribute's 2023 Top Workplaces
- Get rewarded with a competitive hourly wage of $22.25.
- Help us bring well-being to life by providing the world with better nutrition

About SunOpta Inc.
SunOpta is a leading company specializing in the sourcing, processing, and production of organic, natural, and non-GMO plant
- and fruit-based food and beverage products. We are focused on sustainability and specialize in the sourcing, processing, and packaging of organic, conventional, non-GMO food products.

**Our mission**:

- To deliver organic, healthy, and sustainable food solutions that improve lives.
- To maintain the purity of our products and be the market leader in organic integrity.
- To be the leader in our fast-moving industry, with better execution than our competitors.
- To develop and retain great employees - great companies are made of great people.

For more information about us, please visit our website.

**Job Summary**:
This position is responsible for the safe operation of Packaging Equipment including but not limited to the following; Horizontal Wrapper, Vertical Form and Fill, Cartoners, Pallet Wrappers, Guillotine and Tumbling Drum.

**Essential Functions of the Job**:

- Set up, adjust and operate production packaging equipment according to the production schedule.
- Trouble shoot equipment deficiencies and assist with corrective action.
- Ensure proper packaging materials are being utilized according to production schedule.
- Measure and reduce scrap and rework.
- Perform basic Quality Control functions, i.e. Carton and Case code verification.
- Record and document equipment downtime, line efficiency and throughput.
- Clean and sanitize primary packaging equipment when required.
- Transport finished goods throughout plant manually and or using powered equipment.
- Must adhere to all Good Manufacturing Practices and Safety Policies.
- Responsible for Food Safety and reporting any non-compliance issues to their immediate supervisor.
- Wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when required.
- Responsible for ensuring work area is clean and organized.
- Comply all SunOpta Quality and food safety standards, HACCP, GMPs, Organic, GFCO, SQF, Kosher certificate and customer requirements.
- All other duties as assigned.

**Minimum Qualifications**:

- Minimum High School
- 2 years of experience in the food manufacturing environment preferred

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Strong knowledge of packaging manufacturing equipment preferred

**Knowledge and Skills**:

- Ability to use critical thinking to plan and problem-solve
- Experience with Oracle preferred
- Good verbal, written and multi-tasking skills, can do attitude

**Additional Considerations**:

- The location for this role is St. Davids, Ontario

**Work Environment/Physical Demands**:

- 100% of the work is performed in a production environment
- Must be available to work weekly rotating continental shifts: Days, afternoons, and Nights
- Must be available to work weekends
- Must be able to stand/walk for majority of the shift
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision or with a team
- Competency in performing multiple tasks
- Ability to organize and prioritize.
- Must have reliable transportation (location is not on a bus route)

About the Benefits
As a valuable member of our team, you will be rewarded with a competitive hourly rate of $22.25.

**Other benefits include**:

- Premium pay for night shifts
- Company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life, accident, and disability insurance
- Voluntary RRSP matching program
- Two "You" days - birthday and work anniversary paid day off
- Paid vacation starting from day one
- Optional Stock purchase plan
- Flexible schedules
- 24 hrs of paid time off for volunteering
- Health and wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee recognition program
- Lots of opportunities for growth
- Regular company-wide socials, community events, and employee appreciation events

Upon joining SunOpta, you will be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative, and close-knit team that takes pride in a job well done while having fun along the way.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

EOE M/W/VET/DISABLED



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