Job DescriptionAbout 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.
Summary:
The Machine Operator I is responsible for supporting the operation of assigned packaging equipment under direct guidance from Line Leads, PMOs, or Supervisors. This role focuses on safe machine operation, material handling, quality checks, and adherence to SOPs while building foundational mechanical knowledge.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Operate assigned packaging equipment following SOPs and supervisor direction
Load and replenish packaging materials to maintain continuous production flow
Monitor machine operation and immediately report abnormalities or malfunctions
Verify correct packaging materials, code dates, and product specifications
Perform basic machine checks and adjustments as trained
Accurately record packaging material usage and production data as required
Conduct visual quality inspections and remove non-conforming product
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area
Transport packaging waste to recycling areas and operate baler as trained
Follow all GMP, food safety, and safety policies (LOTO, guarding, PPE, etc.)
Escalate mechanical, quality, or safety issues to Line Leads or PMOs
Work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as required
Assist with 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.
Team player
Basic math skills
Detail orientated
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Mechanical and Troubleshooting skills
Food Industry experience and knowledge of GMP.
Able to consistently lift up to 50 pounds above shoulders
Must be able to tolerate standing for long periods of time (8-12) hours.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Education:
High School Diploma/GED
Experience:
Manufacturing experience preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
Candidate must possess basic math skills. Be detailed orientated with good communication and interpersonal skills.
Travel Requirements:
None
Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Majority of work is performed standing. Must be able to frequently lift up to 25 lbs to 50 lbs and be able to climb and descend staircases multiple times per 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
The Employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Employer does not discriminate in employment and no question on this application is used for the purpose of limiting or excusing any applicant's consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.