Floater

Maple Leaf Foods Inc.; Hanover; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Boot reimbursement after 3 months

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. Hanover, ON seeks a dependable Floater to join our hatchery team. The role covers multiple departments, learning and supporting various operations with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

The successful candidate will participate in day-to-day activities across the hatchery, with shifts starting early mornings. The position requires physical stamina and the ability to work weekends and statutory holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safe work practices and adherence to procedures.
• Ability to follow Animal Welfare/PCP/Biosecurity rules.
• Proven performance in current role with reliable attendance.
• Able to work in teams or alone in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to lift 40–50 lbs repetitively; stand long hours.
• Valid G license required.

Responsibilities

• Determine gender and quality of day-old chicks.
• Rotate in separator area and tray wash areas.
• Assist with chick deliveries to farm operations.
• Support sanitation team as needed.
• Handle receiving duties and inventory management.
• Contribute to inovo transfer crew as required (Embrex); includes Saturdays.
• Work in egg room on Wednesdays and Saturdays when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Time management

Physical stamina

Lifting heavy loads

Time management

Problem solving

Stamina (standing)

Lifting 40-50 lbs

Wet/humid environment

Adaptability

Valid G license

Job description

Floater – Hanover, ON

Location: Hanover, ON
Posting Date: September 8, 2026
Application Deadline: October 8, 2026
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift Details: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 5:30AM start. Wednesday, 6AM start. End time variable based on production needs.
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 seeking a dependable and motivated individual to join our hatchery team across various departments. The successful applicant will be responsible for learning and supporting multiple roles within the operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Determining gender and quality of day-old chicks
• Working full rotation in the separator area and tray wash areas
• Support in chick deliveries to farm operations
• Work with the sanitation team as needed
• Receiving duties including inventory management
• Working on the inovo transfer crew when needed (Embrex) Saturday’s included
• Working in egg room on Wednesday’s and Saturday’s when needed
• Other duties as assigned

What’s in it for you?

• $21.56 - $22.56 per hour (based on progression)
• All PPE is provided to employees (Boot Reimbursement of $125 after 3 months of service)

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices
• Must understand and follow all Animal Welfare/PCP/Biosecurity procedures
• Proven ability in current position (attendance included)
• Must be committed to working as a team or individually
• Must be able to work in small groups with minimal supervision
• Proven organizational and time management skills
• Problem solving abilities
• Must be capable of standing for long periods
• Must be able to lift 40 – 50 lbs. repetitively overhead
• Must be able to work in wet/humid environment
• Able to work in a fast paced and repetitive task environment
• Able to work varying & flexible hours until job complete
• Must be available to work Statutory Holidays
• Must hold a valid G license

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.