Production Worker I - CAN

SunOpta Inc.; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to sustainability and innovation in food production. As a Production Worker I, you will play a crucial role in ensuring quality and safety in the manufacturing process. This position requires attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, where you will be responsible for loading, packaging, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness. With a commitment to employee well-being, this established industry player offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth. If you're ready to contribute to a healthier future of food, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

RRSP Matching Program

Paid Time Off

Company Events

Shift premiums

Benefits at 3 months

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily with reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Load and package products while adhering to food safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Job Description

Posted Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:00 AM | Expired Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 4:59 AM

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 byserving as a trusted innovation partner and value-added manufacturer, craftingorganic, 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 .

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!

Production Worker I - CAN

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!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for loading unwrapped, primary packaged and secondary packaged products into applicable packaging.
• Responsible for building pallets based on customer requirements.
• Must be able to count properly and have a keen eye for quality.
• Position involves standing for long periods of time, doing repetitive work.
• Committed to ensuring that the products produced meet all food safety and quality requirements.
• 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.
• Comply all SunOpta Quality and food safety standards, HACCP, GMPs, Organic, GFCO, SQF, Kosher certificate and customer requirements
• Responsible for ensuring work area is clean and organized.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum High School
• Prior experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge and Skills:
• 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 shifts: days, afternoons, nights
• Must be available to work occasional weekends
• Must be able to stand/walk for majority of the shift
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or with a team
• Competency in performing multiple tasks
• Ability to organize and prioritize
• Must have reliable transportation (location is off bus route)

Full-time, Permanent
Hourly Rate: $18.00
Shift premiums
Benefits at 3 months
Employee Assistance Program
RRSP Matching Program
Paid Time Off
Company Events

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.