Production Associate

Mariposa Dairy Ltd; Ontario; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading cheese manufacturer in Lindsay, Ontario, as a full-time Production Associate. This dynamic role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment where you will be trained to operate production lines and ensure the highest quality products. The company values teamwork, diversity, and offers competitive benefits including bi-weekly pay, shift premiums, and opportunities for advancement. If you are punctual, hardworking, and ready to embrace a rewarding career in food production, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Team approach

Diversity and Inclusion

Bi-weekly pay

Shift Premium

RRSP matching

Training

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed; training will be provided.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Feeding raw material onto production lines and packing finished goods.
• Assist in cleaning equipment and routine factory cleaning.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Physical endurance

Hand/eye coordination

Excellent personal hygiene

Strong work ethic

Positive attitude

Flexibility of hours

Ability to lift up to 25kg

Job description

Lindsay Facility - 201 St George Street, 201 St. George St, Lindsay, Ontario, Canada Req #26

Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Mariposa Dairy is a leading manufacturer of award-winning cheeses based in Lindsay, Ontario. Our aim is to provide the highest quality cheese products in North America through the efforts of our skilled and valued team for the benefit of our customers and community.

We are currently seeking a full-time Production Associate reporting to the Production Supervisor. Our organization is a growing and dynamic business and operates in our two facilities just off Hwy. 36 in Lindsay, Ontario.

No prior experience needed. We will train you!

PLEASE NOTE: You must be available to work shifts on a rotating basis. Typical shifts are 8.5 hours long, currently starting any time between 4:30 am and 3:00 pm, as well as Saturday shifts from mid-August to December. Mariposa reserves the rights to change shifts in the future based on business requirements.

Our ideal candidate is punctual and hardworking with excellent attendance and is comfortable working with food on a fast-paced production line.

What we offer:

• A team approach where together is better. Win-win relationships, with work life balance and fair compensation and benefit programs.
• Diversity and Inclusion. We recognize the value in our differences and prioritize inclusivity to bring together the best talent.
• Bi-weekly pay.
• Shift Premium.
• RRSP matching.
• Training.
• Opportunities for advancement.

Duties will include:

• Feeding raw material onto production lines.
• Prepare packaging for use (label and assemble boxes and containers).
• Pack finished goods into consumer packaging.
• Support mixing, portioning and pack line equipment, as required.
• Roll product.
• Rolling, preparing and packaging finished goods, as required.
• Sorting and moving items in and out of coolers to ready for transport.
• Assist in cleaning of equipment and routine factory cleaning in accordance with HACCP procedures.
• Follow established safety rules and regulations, including not wearing any jewelry or nail polish while working.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Skills & Requirements:

• Detail-oriented and well-organized.
• Physical endurance with ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Hand/eye coordination.
• Excellent personal hygiene.
• Can commute to Lindsay, Ontario and have reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 25kg may be required.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Flexibility of hours when necessary.
• Some work on public holidays and/or weekends when necessary.
• Ability to work rotating shifts as per business needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Mariposa; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. No phone calls please. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon reference checks and employment verification.

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

The employer accepts applications from only:

• Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
• Other candidates with a valid Canadian work permit.