General Labourer

J.D. Irving, Limited; Lethbridge; Ibrido; CAD 36.000 - 48.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

J.D. Irving, Limited in Alberta seeks a dependable General Labourer to support daily plant operations, including unloading raw materials, assisting processing areas, and maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of equipment and the plant.

The position emphasizes safety and collaboration with production, maintenance, and quality teams, with forklift operation as needed. Candidates should be physically capable, reliable, and follow Health, Safety, and Food Safety policies.

Competenze

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting and carrying materials.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, hardworking, and safety conscious.
• CAN DO attitude with strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to follow Health, Safety, and Food Safety policies.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing operational needs.
• Previous manufacturing, production or general labor experience is asset.

Mansioni

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all plant safety policies, procedures, and sanitation standards.
• Report on equipment issues, safety concerns, or operational challenges to the Shift Manager on duty.
• Work collaboratively with production, maintenance, and quality teams.
• Provide relief coverage for other General Labourers during breaks, vacation, and sickness.
• Operate forklifts safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Physically fit

Team player

Safety conscious

CAN DO attitude

Follow instructions

Flexible

Manufacturing experience

Strumenti

Forklift operation

Descrizione del lavoro

We are seeking a dependable and hardworking General Labourer to join our production team. In this role, you will support daily plant operations by assisting with the unloading of raw materials, supporting various processing areas, and ensuring the cleanliness and sanitation of equipment and the Plant. The General Labourer plays an important role in maintaining a safe, efficient, and productive work environment.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all plant safety policies, procedures, and sanitation standards.
• Report on equipment issues, safety concerns, or operational challenges to the Shift Manager on duty.
• Work collaboratively with production, maintenance, and quality teams.

Provide relief coverage for other General Labourers during breaks, vacation, and sickness.

Operate forklifts safely and in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting and carrying of materials.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, hardworking, and safety conscious.
• With a “CAN DO” attitude and a strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to follow instructions and comply with Health, Safety, and Food Safety policies and procedures.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing operational needs.
• Forklift operating experience is required.
• Previous manufacturing, production or general labor experience is considered an asset.

About the Team

Cavendish Farms is a family-run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed-to-table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices.

We have a proud history of values, quality and service, And bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Info

• Job Identification 12512
• Job Category Production & Skilled Trades
• Posting Date 10/05/2026, 05:01 PM
• Apply Before 10/18/2026, 12:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Salary Range undefined undefined undefined

(Placement in the salary range will be based on relevant job-related factors like candidate experience, education, skills and qualifications. L’échelon salarial sera déterminé en fonction de facteurs pertinents liés au poste, notamment l’expérience, la formation, les aptitudes et les compétences de la personne retenue.)