Labourer Meat Packing Plant - NOC 9617 ($21.35/hr to $23.90/hr + $1.25 shift prem)

Conestoga Meat Packers Ltd.; Breslau; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading meat processing company in Breslau, Ontario is seeking full-time General Labourers. The successful candidates will support production teams in a fast-paced environment, transport materials, and assist machine operators. Applicants should have some experience in a labour-related field and be eligible to work in Canada. This role emphasizes safety and quality, requiring physical stamina and attention to detail. Competitive shifts available.

Qualifications

• 1 month to less than 7 months experience in a labour-related field, preferably in Food Processing.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Support production teams in a fast-paced, meat processing environment.
• Transport raw materials and finished products throughout the plant.
• Assist machine operators in duties and maintain clean work areas.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Basic English communication

Education

Some High School education

Job description

Overview

COME JOIN THE CONESTOGA TEAM!

Conestoga Meats is continuing to grow and we have immediate openings for FULL-TIME General Labourers.

The Job: As part of the Conestoga team you will play an important role providing specialty and retail pork products to over 30 countries from one of the largest pork processing plants in Canada. You may train on specialty knife or machine operator positions to expand your skills. After being hired, additional plant opportunities may be posted including higher skilled jobs, apprenticeships, driver trainee programs as well as office and leadership positions. We pride ourselves on a high volume of internal promotions and leadership development programs.

Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced, meat processing environment and support production teams.
• Transport raw materials, finished products and packaging materials throughout the plant and warehouse (manual or with powered equipment).
• Assist process control and machine operators in performing their duties.
• Measure and prepare ingredients for mixing and grinding where applicable.
• Feed and unload processing machines; load containers and assist with packaging operations.
• Sort, pack, crate and package materials and product; remove filled containers from conveyors.
• Maintain clean work areas and inspect products/packaging for basic quality defects.
• Perform general labour duties and support machine operators and other workers as needed.
• Follow safety and quality practices at all times.

What You Bring To The Position

• 1 month to less than 7 months experience in a labour-related field (experience in Food Processing is an asset).
• Ability to work under pressure to meet production deadlines and perform physical/repetitive duties up to 8 hours per shift.
• A Functional Work Simulation Assessment must be passed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Strong attention to detail and hand-eye coordination; basic English communication (verbal and written).
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada and completion of some High School education.
• Commitment to SAFETY and QUALITY practices.

Hours, Location and Travel

• These positions are for day (starting times vary from 6:00 am – 7:00 am) and Afternoon shifts (starting times vary from 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm), Monday to Friday.
• Working Location: 313 Menno St, Breslau, Ontario, NOB 1M0.
• Candidates will need to find their own transportation. No public transportation is available.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the job for you, please submit your resume online at https://conestogameats.prevueaps.com/jobs/.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those invited to participate in our recruitment process will be contacted.

Accommodations

Conestoga Meats welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

About the Company

Conestoga Meat Packers is a leading processor of premium quality, fresh pork. Based in Breslau, ON, we have been supplying the market with wholesome, delicious pork since 1982. Our company is owned and supplied by a co-operative of Southern Ontario farmers who got into the business to provide the same pork their own families were enjoying. To this day we pride ourselves on farm-fresh pork; By families. For families.