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SunOpta Companies, Inc. Operations Mixer I First shift in Omak, Washington
Operations Mixer I First shift Omak Facility, 1124 5th Avenue E, Omak, Washington, United States of America Req #1893 Friday, October 18, 2024 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 by serving as a trusted innovation partner and value-added manufacturer, crafting organic, 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! JOB TITLE: OPERATIONS MIXER I FSLA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS REPORTS TO: PRODUCTION LINE LEAD 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: OPERATIONS MIXER I Essential Functions of the Job: Identify potential problems/projects/improvements which will maximize production efficiencies and reduce downtime Accurately complete all assigned reports and/or forms Ability to breakdown recipes and convert gallons to pounds and pounds to kilograms with the assistance of a calculator Examine, measure, and weigh materials or products to verify conformance to standards, using measuring devices such as templates, micrometers, or scales Ability to operate PLC controlled equipment Accurately account for incoming raw materials and record their usage Add ingredients to mixing tank and transfer them to the holding tank and then to the evaporator Record lot codes for raw materials used for quality assurance Follow recipes per SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) Follow company GMP's (good manufacturing practices) and all other quality programs as they relate to the production department Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and as a member of a team Wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when required Responsible for ensuring work area is clean and organized Strictly adhere to all Safety policies (i.e. Lock Out Tag Out, Machine Guarding, etc.) Committed to ensuring that the products produced meet all food safety and quality requirements Other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibilities: None Minimum 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. Preferred Qualifications: Experience:Must possess High school diploma or equivalent. Skills:Basic math skills Pre-Employment Tests:The candidate with be subjected to pre-employment criminal background Other skill-related tests may be required. Preferred Qualifications: Exper