Production Maintenance Technician I
SunOpta Companies, Inc.
Omak, WA
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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Asepsis, Beverages, Computer Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Electricity, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Food Production, Food Safety, Forklift, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Hospital, Identify Issues, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Order Picking/Packing, Performance Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Property Maintenance, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Retail, Robotics, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Time Management, User Documentation, eCommerce
LOCATION
Omak, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
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.
Job Summary:
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.
Essential Functions of the Job:
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.
Key Accountabilities:
Technical ability - general understanding of manufacturing equipment and processes.
Methodological approach to problem solving.
Accountability - Record >80% of labor into CMMS System.
Motivation - Eagerness to learn Aseptic Filling Principles.
Planning/Organizing - Enter daily activities into CMMS System, generates work orders and effectively executes work assigned to him/her in a timely manner.
Professionalism- Approaches others in a tactful manner, treats others with respect and consideration, accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
Quality- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
Development - Willingness to learn CMMS process.
Adaptability- Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands, changes approach or method to best fit the situation, able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
Dependability- Follow instructions, responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative- Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation- Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required.
2+ years industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a food production or manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate degree in industrial maintenance and or job-related vocational/technical degree.
Experience with PLCs, robotics, and / or electrical troubleshooting.
Knowledge and Skills:
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.
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
Additional Considerations:
Must be able to work flexible hours.
Location: This role is at our plant in Omak, WA.
Pay Rate: Pay starts at $31.75/hour.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EOE M/W/VET/DISABLED
The Employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Employer does not discriminate in employment and no question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excusing any applicant's consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
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