Farm Labourer/Egg Gatherer

Maple Leaf Foods; Hanover; Hybrid; CAD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE supplied

Boot reimbursement

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods in Hanover, ON is seeking a reliable, motivated Farm Labourer/Egg Gatherer for part-time shifts. Start times are early morning, with a rotation that includes alternating weekends; tasks include egg collection, quality checks, and basic paperwork.

Training will be provided; physical work is expected, including lifting up to 40 lbs. Maple Leaf Foods emphasizes safety, animal welfare, and compliance across all duties.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and repetitive environment.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.
• Adhere to CHEQ, Biosecurity & Animal Welfare requirements (Training will be provided).
• Reliable transportation to work site(s).

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and sort eggs according to quality standards
• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation across breeder farm
• Completion of required paperwork
• Maintain detailed logs of quality checks and production outputs
• Checking barns and eggs
• Ensure compliance with animal health and welfare protocols
• Follow safety and quality standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Fast-paced work

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Physical stamina

Reliable transportation

Job description

Farm Labourer/Egg Gatherer – Hanover, ON

Location: Hanover, ON

Job Type: Part-Time

Posting Date: August 24, 2026

Application Deadline: September 28, 2026

Shift Details: Work schedules are provided for month in advance and include part-time hours Monday through Friday, with alternating weekends (Saturday and Sunday) as part of the rotation.

Start time is typically between 6-6:30AM, End time is typically between 2:30-3:00PM

Reason for vacancy: Existing Headcount

About Us

We’re a carbon-neutral food company on a mission to Raise the Good in Food—through better nutrition, safer workplaces, humane animal care, and sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We also work to reduce food insecurity in Canada. Join us and help build a better future.

Position Summary

We are looking for a reliable and motivated individual to join our team. Egg Gatherers are responsible for egg gathering, ensuring quality of product, completion of required paperwork and supporting any other general farm duties that may arise during the scheduled shift. Weekdays and weekends required. Training will be provided to the selected candidate. Come join our team to experience working in the exciting and rewarding Agricultural Industry!

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and sort eggs according to quality standards


• Perform routine cleaning and sanitation across breeder farm


• Completion of required paperwork


• Maintain detailed logs of quality checks and production outputs


• Checking barns and eggs


• Ensure compliance with animal health and welfare protocols


• Follow safety and quality standards


• Perform other duties as assigned

What’s in it for you?

• $21.06- $22.06 per hour (based on progression)


• All PPE is provided to employees (Boot Reimbursement of $125 after 3 months of service)

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and repetitive environment


• Physically capable of lifting up to 40 lbs


• Strong attention to detail and safety


• Previous experience in manufacturing or food production (asset)


• Adhere to CHEQ, Biosecurity & Animal Welfare requirements (Training will be provided


• Reliable transportation to work site(s)

We champion diversity and inclusion as part of our purpose and vision, living our Leadership Values and driving results. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired. We confirm that AI tools are not utilized in the evaluation or selection of candidates within our hiring process.

Our 13,500 team members work in 20+ locations across Canada and the U.S. Find out where our plants and offices are located.

There’s no limit to how far you can take your career at Maple Leaf Foods. We’re a team of people with diverse backgrounds and a wide range of skills who challenge each other every day to learn and grow. When you join our team, your opportunities for growth are endless.