Production Maintenance Technician I (Days)

SunOpta; Omak (WA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with Match

Paid Holidays

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

SunOpta operates a plant-based maintenance role in Omak, WA. The Production Maintenance Mechanic I is responsible for preventive maintenance and repair of packaging equipment, with supervision for complex tasks as needed.

Candidates should have 2+ years in industrial maintenance, a high school diploma or GED, and a forklift certification; an associate degree is a plus. This role uses CMMS daily and supports safety and quality standards on a day shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years industrial maintenance experience, preferably in a food production or manufacturing environment.
• Associate degree in industrial maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair of food manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Read and follow Maintenance Manuals for proper repair and care.
• Enter time, parts and work orders into CMMS system.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Forklift certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate degree in industrial maintenance

Tools

CMMS

Excel

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.

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.

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

• Location: This role is at our plant in Omak, WA.
• Day Shift position. Some flexibility may be needed on occasion.
• Pay Rate: Pay starts at $32.65/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