General Labourer / Food Production Worker, Immediate Start - Richmond

Randstad Canada; Richmond; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay CAD 19.50/hr

Permanent full-time hours

Overtime opportunities

Lead promotions

Job summary

Randstad Canada is hiring General Labourers for a new food manufacturing team in Richmond, BC. The role involves hands-on meat production in a cold facility, with day and afternoon shifts and paid orientation from day one.

You must have reliable transportation, strong English skills, and a willingness to grow with a fast-expanding operation. Permanent, full-time hours are offered with opportunities for overtime and fast-track promotions to Lead Hand and Lead positions as the facility scales up.

Qualifications

• Excellent English skills to read safety instructions and communicate with teammates.
• Strong can-do attitude, reliability and genuine interest in food manufacturing.
• Punctual and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
• CSA-approved steel-toe safety boots required.

Responsibilities

• Hands-On Production: efficiently handle, scoop, and package quality meats (chicken, beef, pork).
• Work in a cold environment in a climate-controlled facility.
• Physical requirements: stand long periods, repetitive packing, lift up to 25 lbs consistently.
• Paid Day-1 orientation with safety training on first day.

Skills

English communication

Team attitude

Punctuality

Reliability

Food manufacturing

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

We are hiring full-time General Labourers to join our new food manufacturing team in Richmond, BC! We specialize in premium meat and rice bowls and are looking for reliable team members ready to grow with us.

Shift Options

• Day Shift
• Afternoon Shift

Key Requirements

• Must have a reliable vehicle (Location is NOT transit/bus accessible).
• High commitment to food safety and clean working environments.
• Strong team attitude and punctuality.

Perks

• $19.50/hr starting pay.
• Permanent, full-time hours.
• Opportunity to grow with a brand-new facility.

Advantages

• Big Overtime Opportunities: Earn extra income with shifts up to 12 hours available regularly.
• Fast-Track Promotion: As a new facility, top performers quickly move up to Lead Hand and Lead positions.
• Permanent & Stable Work: Secure, long-term employment with a company expanding fast in Richmond.
• Professional Skill-Building: Receive comprehensive, hands-on training in commercial food safety and production standards.

Responsibilities

• Hands-On Production: Efficiently handle, scoop, and package quality meats (chicken, beef, and pork).
• Work in a Cold Environment: Keep comfortable in a climate-controlled food production facility (cold manufacturing room).
• Physical Requirements: Stand for extended periods, perform repetitive packing movements, and lift up to 25 lbs consistently.
• Paid Day-1 Orientation: Start with paid, hands-on task training and full safety orientation on your very first day.

Qualifications

• General Expectations: A strong "can-do" attitude, reliability, and genuine interest in food manufacturing.
• Communication: Excellent English skills (10/10) to clearly read safety instructions, labels, and communicate with team members.
• Work Eligibility: Must hold a valid work permit or legal status with at least 1 year of validity remaining.
• Personal Equipment: Must have your own CSA-approved steel-toe safety boots.

Strict Food Safety & Personal Hygiene Rules (GMP)

• Maintain excellent personal cleanliness and hygiene daily.
• Wear required protective gear: hair nets, face nets, smocks, and bootie covers (provided onsite).
• NO fake nails, fake eyelashes, jewelry, or body/facial piercings.
• NO perfume, scented lotions, or heavy scents.

Summary

If you are reliable, punctual, and excited to work in a fast-paced food production environment.

Important Note

This position involves working in a refrigerated environment handling meat products (chicken, beef, and pork). If this isn't the right fit—we have other great general labour opportunities available!

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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