SunOpta is a U.S.-based global pioneer fueling the future of sustainable, plant-based and fruit-based foods and beverages.

Joined September 2009
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Safety committee members from both Alexandria locations attended the MN Safety & Health Conference, connecting and learning to strengthen our operations. Proud moment: 3rd Ave earned a Governor’s Workplace Safety Bronze Award reflecting our commitment to keeping people safe.
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Senior Food Scientist Kyler Pratt leads our pilot plant with a response that’s always “Yes, we can.” This Heart & Sol Award recipient enables product development teams to deliver solutions that meet customer needs. Thank you, Kyler! #SunOptaProud #Award
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Our 2026 summer interns are already making an impact across the business! From Research & Development to Food Safety & Quality, HR, Legal, Regulatory, Internal Audit and Continuous Improvement, this talented group is bringing fresh perspectives and energy to their work!
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We marked World Food Safety Day at our headquarters with a fun and meaningful event, bringing our commitment to food safety to life across the team. #WorldFoodSafetyDay #FoodSafety #SunOptaProud
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SunOpta’s next chapter is in the spotlight! Food Business News takes a closer look, featuring insights from CEO Brian Kocher on how joining Refresco is accelerating growth and unlocking new opportunities. lnkd.in/eqvq8MZQ
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Big news from Omak! Our new manufacturing line is officially up and running, boosting production capacity by 25% to better serve our customers and meet growing demand for better-for-you fruit snacks. businesswire.com/news/home/2…
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As we wrap up Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we reflected on the rich history, culture and contributions of these communities. Thank you to Leila Maasin for sharing her Filipino culture and traditions with employees in a Q&A article! #AANHPI
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Team members planted vegetables in raised garden beds at our headquarters facility, bringing our sustainability values to life. It’s more than growing plants; it’s about growing connections, building stronger teams and enjoying the fresh produce together. #SunOptaLife
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In remembrance and gratitude today and always. Wishing our U.S. employees a meaningful day of reflection and appreciation.
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We’re excited to welcome Ryan Peeters to the team as a Senior Data Analytics Developer. #Welcome #NewHire #DataAnalytics
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This week, we celebrated an incredible milestone: 600 days accident free at our Minnesota 3rd Avenue location! At SunOpta, safety is a core value and this milestone reflects the care and accountability our teams bring to each shift. #Safety #Manufacturing #SunOptaProud
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We’re excited to announce that Nick Muzzin has been named Plant Director for our Midlothian facility! Please join us in congratulating Nick on this well-deserved promotion! #Leadership #Promotion #SupplyChain #Manufacturing #BeverageIndustry #TeamSunOpta #CareerGrowth
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Celebrating 20 years with Jared Hovendick! From Filler Operator to Production Supervisor, Jared’s leadership, expertise, and dedication have made a lasting impact. Thanks for all you do, Jared! 👏 #WorkAnniversary #EmployeeRecognition
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It was exciting to host Refresco team members at our headquarters for our first Town Hall as part of the Refresco family! Across the SunOpta network, teams celebrated the moment with treats and festive decor. Exciting times ahead as we move forward together! #SunOptaProud
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Controls Engineer Igor Tepavac bridges IT and plant operations at our Midlothian facility with innovative solutions and a collaborative spirit. Great work, Igor. Congrats on earning Heart & Sol honors! #SunOptaProud #Award #FoodInnovation
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Please join usin welcoming Brenna Gilman and Jessica Dryke as R&D Packaging Engineers! We’re excited for what’s ahead!
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We’re excited to share SunOpta’s 2025 Sustainability Report and proud of what our teams across the company accomplished together last year! Explore the full report here: sunopta.com/wp-content/uploa… 🌱♻️
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Bring Your Kids to Work Day 2026 was a hit at our headquarters! We loved welcoming dozens of employees’ kids for a fun, hands-on morning filled with creativity and curiosity! #BringYourKidsToWorkDay #SunOptaLife #WorkplaceCulture
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From Allentown, Pa., to Alexandria, Minn. and our Eden Prairie, Minn., headquarters, our teams rolled up their sleeves to clean up their communities in honor of Earth Day.Sustainability matters to us, and we’re proud to come together to support the places where we live and work!
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As we approach #StopFoodWasteDay, we’re proud of SunOpta’s progress reducing food loss. In 2025, we strengthened our Food Loss & Food Waste Policy and trained teams on new SOPs to help get food to those who need it most. Thanks to @FeedingAmerica and our sustainability champions.
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