SunOpta · 3 months ago
Production Maintenance Technician I
Alex 3rd Ave Facility, 601 3rd Avenue West, Alexandria, Minnesota, United States of America
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Entry Level
$32/hr - $32/hr
2+ years expSunOpta 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. The Production Maintenance Technician I is responsible for the maintenance and repair of production equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and safety in the workplace.
BiotechnologyFood and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingPlant-Based FoodsWeb Design
Responsibilities
Performs planned, corrective and unplanned maintenance on specified equipment
Uses available documentation for equipment to troubleshoot and repair equipment
Ensure safety in the workplace by eliminating unsafe conditions
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Supports Quality Systems
Protect Company assets by the direct intervention of any condition resulting in the abuse of equipment or buildings
Executes the preventive maintenance program as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor
Inspects operating machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards
Maintains communication (oral and written) within the maintenance team to ensure smooth shift transitions
Other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
High school diploma, or GED
Two or more years related experience in a food grade facility
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
Ability to solve practical problems and the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram or schedule form
Knowledge of business software, and manufacturing software (HMIs, PLCs, and manufacturing controls)
Must be a self-starter capable of working in a team-based environment
Must be able to work flexible hours
Preferred
Aseptic processing and high-speed form/fill/seal packaging
Boiler license preferred MN 1st class B. Willing to obtain a 1st class B under apprenticeship
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
Company
SunOpta
SunOpta specializes in the design, construction, ownership, and operation of biomass conversion equipment and facilities. It is a sub-organization of SunOpta.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2023 (2)
2022 (1)
2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$393.45MKey Investors
Oaktree Capital Management
2023-12-13Post Ipo Debt· $196.15M
2023-03-17Post Ipo Equity· $52.31M
2022-10-13Acquired
Leadership Team
Scott Huckins
Chief Financial Officer
Chad Hagen
Chief Customer Officer
Recent News
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