Production Worker I third shift

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 TITLE: PRODUCTION WORKER I

FSLA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

DEPARTMENT: PRODUCTION

REPORTS TO: JUSTIN AVENELL

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!

Job Summary:

Production Worker I:

This position is responsible for doing general labor work on the production line doing multiple functions.

Essential Functions of the Job:

Boxing and labeling of products

Inspection of products

Weighing cartons and products

Loading products onto production lines

Counting products

Check date codes to ensure accuracy

Perform quality checks

Read and interpret documents as they apply to production

Operate simple mechanical equipment

Follow company GMP's (good manufacturingpractices) and all other quality programs as they relate to the production department

Wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when required

Responsible for ensuring work area is clean and organized

Strictly adhere to all Safety policies

Committed to ensuring that the products produced meet all food safety and quality requirements

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Minimum Qualifications:

High School or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

Manufacturing experience is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

Ability to use critical thinking to plan and problem-solve.

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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

EOE M/W/VET/DISABLED