Operations Technician​/Area Supervisor

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.

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.

• 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

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.

• 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

$28 per hour with structured increases based on work‑center proficiency and task completion.

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.

• 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

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.