Hatchery Floater

Maple-Leaf-Foods-3d9889c; Hanover; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Boot reimbursement

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods is seeking a dependable hatchery team member to learn and support multiple roles across operations. You will participate in day-old chick processing, separator and tray wash rotations, and assist with chick deliveries and sanitation duties.

This role requires standing for long periods, lifting 40-50 lbs, and working varying hours including weekends and holidays. We offer competitive hourly wages and PPE reimbursement.

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 a 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.

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.

Skills

Safe work practices

Animal welfare procedures

Team and individual work

Time management

Problem solving

Stamina

Lifting 40-50 lbs

Standing for long periods

Flexibility of hours

Statutory holidays availability

G license

Job description

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.

Job Description

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 a 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

Additional Information

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.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position. Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [e-mail]. Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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