Production Maintenance Mechanic I Washington

Production Maintenance Mechanic IOmak Facility, 1124 5th Avenue E, Omak, Washington, United States of AmericaReq #120Wednesday, March 17, 2021Job Title: Maintenance Technician Reports to:Maintenance Manager Location: Omak, WAFLSA Status:Non ExemptAbout the CompanySunOpta Inc. is an operator of high-growth ethical businesses, focusing on integrated business models in the natural and organic food and natural health markets.About the DivisionThe SunOpta Healthy Snacks Division manufactures both Natural/Organic fruit snacks and a variety of grain & nutrition bars that are distributed throughout North America and in many regions in the world. We produce products for Retail partners under their Private Brand labels and we co-manufacture for some of the most recognizable brands in the North American marketplace. We are currently looking for a Maintenance Tech to be part of our dynamic Healthy Snacks Division.OverviewThe Maintenance Tech is responsible in ensuring that all production lines/equipment is set up and operable prior to each production day. Maintain all equipment – minimize downtime – perform and record all activities as required by the M&R preventative and predictive programs Responsibilities (Key Role Activities include the following. Other duties may be assigned):Ensure that all production lines/equipment is set up and operable prior to each production dayMaintain all equipment – minimize downtime – perform and record all activities as required by the M&R preventative and predictive programs Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve equipment issues Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical manuals and schematics Follow company GMP’s (good manufacturing practices) and all other quality programs as they relate to the maintenance department Identify potential problems/projects/improvements which will maximize production efficiencies and reduce downtime Complete work orders, down time reports, and any other reports as they relate to maintenance Use equipment such as: hand tools, power tools, welders, electrical test equipment, PLC interface, HMI (Human Machine Interface), diagnostic equipment, forklift, etc. Wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when required Responsible for ensuring work area is clean and organized Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and as a member of a team 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 Requirements:Must possess one or more of the following: vocational school certification, bachelor’s degree, or minimum 4 years’ experience in a production or manufacturing environment. Exceptional production line mechanical skills/aptitude – excellent math skills – basic computer skills – experience with PC and PLC driven components. The candidate with be subjected to pre-employment criminal background Any job offer will be subject to satisfactory completion of this.Other skill-related tests may be required.Preferred:Electrical, welding, hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanical, fabrication, or experience with using Rockwell software is preferred. LEAN Manufacturing AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEREOE M/W/VET/DISABLEDOther detailsJob FamilyOperationsJob FunctionNon-managerPay TypeHourlyTravel RequiredNoRequired EducationEquivalent ExperienceJob Start DateWednesday, March 17, 2021Omak Facility, 1124 5th Avenue E, Omak, Washington, United States of AmericaShare this job: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.