Suterra
Company Description
Suterra is grower‑owned by The Wonderful Company and part of one of the world’s largest agricultural groups. With over 40 years of experience, Suterra develops and manufactures pheromone‑based pest control products used across five continents. The state‑of‑the‑art facility in Bend, Oregon combines research, development, large‑scale pheromone synthesis, product engineering and manufacturing under one roof.
Job Description Position:
Operations Technician – Ops Tech / Area Supervisor (training to lead)
Location: Bend, Oregon – full‑time, Monday – Friday, 5:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (≈ 4 – 5 ten‑hour days per week). The role involves light‑duty manufacturing on custom equipment in a clean, temperature‑controlled environment.
Responsibilities and Dynamics
Production Area Oversight
Support the operating team by teaching best practices
Assign work to team members based on forecasts and orders
Maintain accurate inventory of raw materials and finished goods using the ERP system
Special Projects
New equipment commissioning
Experimental product construction
Engineering improvement projects
Operational efficiency improvements
New technology research and integration
Equipment specification
Supply Chain Ownership
Facilitate local and international shipping between business sites
Manage raw‑material supply to various production areas
Propose process and equipment improvements with ROI calculations
Lead problem‑solving sessions with quality and operations teams
Maintain inventory/ shipping/operations records in ERP (Dynamics AX)
Communicate efficiently with vendors and internal stakeholders
Rotations & Development After initial training across these groups, the candidate will progress to an Area Supervisor role, rotating through additional business groups such as Purchasing, Sourcing, Engineering, Product Development and external vendors while applying LEAN principles to continuously improve quality and the production environment.
Qualifications
Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable with computers
Experience managing short- and long-term projects
Strong written and oral communication; professionalism under high pressure
Enthusiasm for cross‑functional teamwork
Teaching or educating peers on new processes/equipment
Problem‑solving skills with consideration of risks, resources and deadlines
Mechanical, electrical or software proficiencies are a plus
Demonstrated supervision experience
Positive attitude toward new responsibilities and a learning mindset
Pay Range $28 per hour with structured increases based on work‑center proficiency and task completion.
Additional Information – Why Suterra? Suterra is the world’s leader in pheromone‑based pest control and part of the broader The Wonderful Company family of brands. In Bend’s modern, state‑of‑the‑art facility we are growing fast, investing heavily in innovation, people and sustainable solutions. Join a passionate team where ideas matter and your work makes a difference. We are agile, creative and committed to building a better future—one process at a time.
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance (employer‑paid coverage options)
Generous paid time off and holidays
401(k) with company match
Wellness and employee assistance programs
Professional development opportunities
Equal Employment Opportunity The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other protected category.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. EEO is the law.
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Job Description Position:
Operations Technician – Ops Tech / Area Supervisor (training to lead)
Location: Bend, Oregon – full‑time, Monday – Friday, 5:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (≈ 4 – 5 ten‑hour days per week). The role involves light‑duty manufacturing on custom equipment in a clean, temperature‑controlled environment.
Responsibilities and Dynamics
Production Area Oversight
Support the operating team by teaching best practices
Assign work to team members based on forecasts and orders
Maintain accurate inventory of raw materials and finished goods using the ERP system
Special Projects
New equipment commissioning
Experimental product construction
Engineering improvement projects
Operational efficiency improvements
New technology research and integration
Equipment specification
Supply Chain Ownership
Facilitate local and international shipping between business sites
Manage raw‑material supply to various production areas
Propose process and equipment improvements with ROI calculations
Lead problem‑solving sessions with quality and operations teams
Maintain inventory/ shipping/operations records in ERP (Dynamics AX)
Communicate efficiently with vendors and internal stakeholders
Rotations & Development After initial training across these groups, the candidate will progress to an Area Supervisor role, rotating through additional business groups such as Purchasing, Sourcing, Engineering, Product Development and external vendors while applying LEAN principles to continuously improve quality and the production environment.
Qualifications
Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable with computers
Experience managing short- and long-term projects
Strong written and oral communication; professionalism under high pressure
Enthusiasm for cross‑functional teamwork
Teaching or educating peers on new processes/equipment
Problem‑solving skills with consideration of risks, resources and deadlines
Mechanical, electrical or software proficiencies are a plus
Demonstrated supervision experience
Positive attitude toward new responsibilities and a learning mindset
Pay Range $28 per hour with structured increases based on work‑center proficiency and task completion.
Additional Information – Why Suterra? Suterra is the world’s leader in pheromone‑based pest control and part of the broader The Wonderful Company family of brands. In Bend’s modern, state‑of‑the‑art facility we are growing fast, investing heavily in innovation, people and sustainable solutions. Join a passionate team where ideas matter and your work makes a difference. We are agile, creative and committed to building a better future—one process at a time.
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance (employer‑paid coverage options)
Generous paid time off and holidays
401(k) with company match
Wellness and employee assistance programs
Professional development opportunities
Equal Employment Opportunity The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other protected category.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. EEO is the law.
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