SunOpta
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60 Sunopta Product Manufacturing Jobs Hiring Near You

About SunOpta SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands ... This position will be in a production / manufacturing environment. * Physical Demands: This role ...

Regional FSQ Manager

Eden Prairie, MN · On-site

$130K - $150K/yr

... SunOpta Manufacturing network and will support initiatives to improve plant performance against SunOpta food safety and quality measures resulting in reduced non-conforming product/customer ...

Production Manager

Omak, WA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

About SunOpta SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands ... This position is responsible for ensuring that manufacturing processes run safely, reliably, and ...

About SunOpta SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands ... Collaborating with warehouse and quality assurance personnel to ensure prompt shipment of product.

... SunOpta Manufacturing network and will support initiatives to improve plant performance against SunOpta food safety and quality measures resulting in reduced non-conforming product/customer ...

About SunOpta SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands ... This position will be in a production / manufacturing environment. * Physical Demands: This role ...

About SunOpta SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands ... None Minimum Qualification: * 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, production training, or ...

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 ... This position will be in a production / manufacturing environment. * Physical Demands : This role ...

FSQ Specialist (Days)

Midlothian, TX · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

About SunOpta SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands ... Complete new product set-up documents/Specifications. * Upload customer compliance documents to ...

... SunOpta Manufacturing network and will support initiatives to improve plant performance against SunOpta food safety and quality measures resulting in reduced non-conforming product/customer ...

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 ... This position will be in a production / manufacturing environment. * Physical Demands : This role ...

This position is responsible for ensuring that manufacturing processes run safely, reliably, and ... Ensures production follows SunOpta QA standards, SOPs, HACCP, and GMPs. * Committed to ensure that ...

This position will be at the SunOpta Plant in Midlothian, TX. * Travel: Potential for travel to ... This position will be in a production / manufacturing environment. * Physical Demands: This role ...

This position will be at the SunOpta Plant in Midlothian, TX. * Travel: Potential for travel to ... This position will be in a production / manufacturing environment. * Physical Demands: This role ...

Collaborating with warehouse and quality assurance personnel to ensure prompt shipment of product ... Ensures production is following SunOpta QA standards, SOPs, HACCP, and GMPs. * Member of the Lean ...

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 ... This position will be in a production / manufacturing environment. * Physical Demands : This role ...

Collaborating with warehouse and quality assurance personnel to ensure prompt shipment of product ... Ensures production is following SunOpta QA standards, SOPs, HACCP, and GMPs. * Member of the Lean ...

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SunOpta Jobs Information

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.

What are the most popular categories at Sunopta?

Infographic showing various Product Manufacturing job openings at Sunopta in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

FSQ Technician I (Nights)

SunOpta

Midlothian, TX • On-site

$24.70/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


SunOpta rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

140th 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.
Job Summary:
The FSQ Technician is responsible for performing necessary laboratory testing to ensure ingredients, product and packaging conform to specifications. FSQ Technician follows written and verbal instructions to determine that quality and efficiency standards are being met. In addition, the FSQ Technician is responsible for the efficiency, safety and quality of laboratory work and for effective communication relative to shift and plant performance.
Essential Functions of the Job:
  • Assure package integrity and product quality by performing laboratory testing and aseptic package evaluation procedures
  • Perform laboratory testing such as pH, solids/moisture, sodium, etc.
  • Perform destructive aseptic package testing
  • Assist with investigations related to product spoilage
  • Collect and communicate lab data with Quality Supervisor and Operations Shift Leaders
  • Perform incubation activities according to standard operating procedures
  • Maintain a clean and organized workstation
  • Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties involving area equipment
  • Responsible for laboratory equipment calibrations at specified intervals
  • Accurately prepares and maintains all area paperwork
  • Perform microbiology testing including basic plating in clean room environment, stocking lab, shipping samples, retrieving results, and communicating to management as needed
  • All other duties as assigned

Key Accountabilities:
Safety
  • Follow all facility human and food safety policies including proper use of PPE
  • Report all near misses and accidents to the production supervisor

Quality
  • Understand SQF code, FSMA, HACCP, and Food Defense
  • Awareness of Food Safety and Quality requirements that pertain to the plant and specific role
  • Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to conduct required testing for products prior to processing, after processing and prior to product release

Housekeeping
  • Cooperates with other shifts and management team for facility housekeeping endeavors

Communication
  • Ensure teamwork with management and operators occurs during each scheduled shift

Teamwork and Training
  • Promote and contribute to the development of teamwork among production team members

Personal Development
  • Continuous learning of the Aseptic batching, sterilization, and filling processes

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • None.

Level I Qualifications:
  • Must learn and perform consistently the above essential duties

Education/ Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 2+ years related experience in Food Science/Food Technology, or a food or beverage production facility preferred.

Additional Considerations:
  • Location: This position will be at the SunOpta Plant in Midlothian, TX.
  • Travel: Potential for travel to various SunOpta locations for meetings and other job-related functions.
  • Shifts: Night Shift (C) - 6 pm to 6:30 am; this role is on a 2-2-3 pattern. Some flexibility may be needed.
  • Pay Rate: $24.70 / hour.
  • Shift Differential: $2.00/hour shift differential offered for working a 12-hour night shift on 2-2-3 pattern.
  • 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, plus ability to stand for extended periods of time.
  • Work Environment: Approximately 95% of this work is performed in a manufacturing/lab environment; 5% of work may involve being in an office environment.
  • Attendance: Must have good attendance record and be able to work a 12-hour shift.

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.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
EOE M/W/VET/DISABLED

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