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Operations Material Handler I

Modesto, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $21.25/hr

... food products. SunOpta is looking for talented individuals that demonstrate our most valued ... Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment

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Operations Material Handler I

Modesto, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $21.25/hr

... food products. SunOpta is looking for talented individuals that demonstrate our most valued ... Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment

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Operations Filler Operator I

Allentown, PA · On-site

$29/hr

About SunOpta SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands ... Production Supervisor Summary: This position is responsible for all functions relating to operating ...

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FSQ Technician I (Nights)

Midlothian, TX · On-site

$24.70/hr

About SunOpta SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands ... Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to conduct required testing for products prior to ...

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Operations Training Coordinator

Alexandria, MN · On-site

$30 - $33/hr

About SunOpta SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands ... proficient in standard operating procedures, production processes, and safety & quality ...

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Operations Material Handler I

Modesto, CA

$17.75 - $21.25/hr

... food products. SunOpta is looking for talented individuals that demonstrate our most valued ... Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment

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Operations Material Handler I

Empire, CA · On-site

$2/hr

SunOpta Plant-Based Filling Machine Operator SunOpta Inc. is a leader in the plant-based foods and ... Relieve other production team members for breaks and absences as required * Perform a variety of ...

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FSQ Technician I (Days)

Midlothian, TX · On-site

$24.70/hr

About SunOpta SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands ... Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to conduct required testing for products prior to ...

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Operations Material Handler I

Modesto, CA

$17.75 - $21.25/hr

... food products. SunOpta is looking for talented individuals that demonstrate our most valued ... Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment

SunOpta

Operations Material Handler I

Modesto, CA · On-site

$24.25/hr

... Production team, ensures the effective shift communication and teamwork with the other operators ... SunOpta currently has an opportunity on Night (D) Shift, 6pm to 6:30am on a 2-2-3 pattern.

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Operations Material Handler I

Modesto, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $21.25/hr

... food products. SunOpta is looking for talented individuals that demonstrate our most valued ... Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment

SunOpta

Operations Material Handler I

Modesto, CA · On-site

$24.25/hr

... Production team, ensures the effective shift communication and teamwork with the other operators ... SunOpta currently has an opportunity on Night (D) Shift, 6pm to 6:30am on a 2-2-3 pattern.

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Operations Material Handler I (Days)

Midlothian, TX · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

About SunOpta SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands ... Production team, ensures effective shift communication and teamwork with other operators occurs ...

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FSQ Technician I (Nights)

Midlothian, TX · On-site

$24.70/hr

Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to conduct required testing for products prior to ... This position will be at the SunOpta Plant in Midlothian, TX. * Travel: Potential for travel to ...

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Material Handler I

Allentown, PA · On-site

$25/hr

About SunOpta SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands ... Responsible for operating a forklift to move, locate, relocate, stack and count product. * Pull and ...

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Do workers at SunOpta get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
100% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Does SunOpta pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
57% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Do workers at SunOpta worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
40% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2025.

Do SunOpta workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at SunOpta?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
80% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Do SunOpta managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
100% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2025.

Do jobs at SunOpta spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
17% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at SunOpta?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
100% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Do people at SunOpta feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
67% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Do people at SunOpta get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
50% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Is it stressful to work at SunOpta?

Most people feel stressed here.
86% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Do people at SunOpta enjoy their jobs?

Most people don’t enjoy their job.
80% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Do people at SunOpta recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
57% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Do people get enough training when they start at SunOpta?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
67% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Do people get support to advance at SunOpta?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 43% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Do people think SunOpta’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
80% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

Do workers feel well informed about how SunOpta is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
71% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and November 2025.

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Operations Material Handler I

SunOpta

Modesto, CA • On-site

$17.75 - $21.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

SunOpta rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

141st of 443 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

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.
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!
Summary: (Basic Knowledge - 90 Days)
This position is responsible for operations of filling machines and machines associated with the fillers. Ensure the quality and efficiency standards are being met through reduced scrap loss and yield improvements. Follow written and verbal procedures to ensure quality and efficiency standards are being met. Assume responsibility for the filling area efficiencies, safety, quality following all GMP and PPE requirements for the safety of others and oneself. Effectively communicates verbal and written information relevant to the position at the site.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate, Set-up, CIP, Swap Testing, Monitor and Operate the filling machines to maximize the quality of products produced and the efficiency of the department.
  • Maintain a clean and organized working area keeping all supplies and materials stocked and set-up for success when the next shift comes in to relieve you.
  • Perform routine maintenance on all filling machines including working with and communicating with Maintenance and Management
  • Relieve other production team members for breaks and absences as required
  • Perform a variety of quality checks (weight checks, machine checks, sterility checks, package integrity checks) to assure standards are met
  • Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment
  • Accurately prepares and completes all area paperwork with legible handwriting as required by the FDA.
  • Work with Management team to monitor the operational efficiencies, yields, scrap loss and other key indicators to actively seek ways to improve plant productivity.
  • Must maintain Audit readiness in your work area at all times

Key Accountabilities:
Safety
  • Follows all plant safety rules
  • Reports all accidents to the production supervisor

Quality:
  • Adheres to all Quality Assurance System guidelines
  • Follows SOP's (standard operating procedures) to make machine adjustments, splice packaging material, and prepare laminate to insure the manufacturing of high-quality packages
  • Responsible for compliance with the HACCP and SQF program
  • Identifies all critical control points understanding their functions as it relates to the filling process.
  • Responsible for accurate documentation

Housekeeping
  • Maintains a clean and organized work area.
  • Assists all areas of the plant with general housekeeping.
  • Cooperates with other shifts and the management team in the housekeeping endeavor.

Communications
  • As a member of the Production team, ensures the effective shift communication and teamwork with the other operators occurs each scheduled shift.
  • Maintains effective communication with members of the support group.
  • Communicate, Communicate, and Communicate.

Teamwork and Training
  • Promotes and contributes to the development of a strong team.
  • Works among co-workers as a team.
  • Personal Development
  • Continuously improve your knowledge of the aseptic filling area.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • None.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent.
  • Must have basic math skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Working knowledge of business, computer and math.

Knowledge and Skills:
  • The candidate must be able to work effectively in a team-based environment, set priorities to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks, and make decisions under pressure.
  • Must be able to stand (12) hours for long periods of time and lift up to 30 pounds frequently and push/pull pallet jacks and lifts with heavy loads frequently
  • Must be able to go up and down stairways in a timely manner repeatedly throughout the shift
  • Must be able to keep a good attendance record
  • Must have accurate and detailed record keeping and legible handwriting
  • Must be able to troubleshoot and resolve moderate to complex issues
  • Understands all procedures with all allergens.
  • Must follow all GMP's and Safety Procedures established by Management
  • Ability to access a situation and make quick and accurate decisions that will aid in production.
  • Mechanical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Must be able to work around major allergens.
  • Must be able to climb/walk steps frequently.

Additional Considerations:
  • Location: This position will be at the SunOpta Plant in Modesto, CA.
  • Shift: SunOpta currently has an opportunity on Day (A) Shift, 6am to 6:30 pm on a 2-2-3 pattern.
  • Availability: Some flexibility may be needed on occasion.
  • Pay Rate: $24.25/hour
  • Work Environment: This position will be in a production / manufacturing environment.
  • Physical Demands: This role may require lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds.

Featured 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

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.
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