Operations Filler Operator I

SunOpta; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Family leave

Paid maternity leave

401(k) with Match

Voluntary Life, Accident, Critical Ill

Hospital indemnity

Paid Holidays

Tuition assistance

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Job summary

SunOpta is hiring an Operations Filler Operator I - Team A in Allentown, PA to operate aseptic filling equipment and support systems. You will perform CIP, sanitation, quality checks, and shift handoffs while maintaining safety and GMP compliance.

The role requires forklift certification, strong mechanical skills, and the ability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule. A high school diploma and 2 years food manufacturing experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification is required.
• Background and drug screening will be conducted.
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical skills are needed.
• Desire to succeed and good work ethic required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• High energy, self-starter, and able to work with little administrative support.

Responsibilities

• Operate aseptic filling equipment and supporting systems.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area and perform CIP tasks.
• Monitor and fix faults, clear jams, and run quality checks.
• Ensure shift handoffs and communication with team members.
• Assist maintenance and support technicians as needed.
• Follow GMPs and safety procedures and wear PPE.

Skills

Forklift certification

Troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Oral and written communication

High energy

Self-start

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years related experience

Job description

About SunOpta

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.

Operations Filler Operator I - Team A

Pay Rate: $29.00

Schedule: 5:30am - 6:00pm

Shift A - 12- hour 2-2-3, rotating weekends

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Summary

This position is responsible for all functions relating to operating the processing equipment used to package and manufacture aseptic beverage products as well as cleaning (CIP) and sanitizing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate all function related to cleaning (CIP), sterilizing, and operating the aseptic filling equipment and supporting systems, while maximizing the quality of the product and efficiency of the department.
• Monitors and fixes faults as well as clearing any material jams in equipment.
• Maintains communication within production team ensuring smooth shift transitions.
• Full ownership of required quality checks to assure standards are met.
• Relieve other production team members for breaks and absences as required.
• Maintain clean and organized area around equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on all DE machines.
• Support mechanics in appropriate maintenance activities.
• Monitor raw material and supplies to ensure efficient production.
• Understand the continuous process flow of the aseptic system.
• Accurately prepares and maintains all area paperwork in a neat and professional manner.
• Must be able to work independently as well as professionally with other team members.
• Proficient and comfortable using a computer.
• Performs a variety of quality and food safety checks to ensure standards and specifications are met.
• Communicate to all other facility personnel regarding any delays or problems that would hinder production.
• Must follow all employee safety, food safety and quality procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Responsible for proper shift handoff with incoming/outgoing operators.
• Must wear all required PPE; such as protective gloves, aprons, face shields and safety glasses.
• Leadership and ownership of the department, job responsibilities and job function.
• All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Forklift certification
• Passing of background and drug screens.
• Strong troubleshooting and mechanical skills
• A desire to succeed and good work ethics are required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• High energy, flexible, self-starter, hands-on, comfortable with little or no administrative support.
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Team player with a sense of urgency and a self-accountability mentality.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree or higher preferred; or two years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

Preferably at least two years' experience in food manufacturing.

Knowledge and Skills

Candidate must possess the knowledge and understanding of basic math skills including weight calculations, averages and percentages. Must be able to read and write in English.

Travel Requirements

None as part of normal job requirements; but travel may occur per management due to training needs.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Approximately; 100% of work is performed in a manufacturing facility which is not climate controlled and may contain allergens. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, climb stairs and stand for long periods of time.

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.

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

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.

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