Production Summer Students - General Labourers (Brampton) - PM Shift

Sofina Foods Inc.; Brampton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Production Summer Students to join their dynamic team in Brampton. This role involves hands-on work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring quality and efficiency in meat production processes. Ideal candidates will thrive in a cold environment and be committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. If you're ready to take on challenges and contribute to a vital production line, this opportunity offers valuable experience in the food industry. Join a company that values accessible employment practices and fosters a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and able to work full-time from April 1 to September 30.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and cold environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual quality checks of products against specifications.
• Package cooked or semi-cooked products on various meat production equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of areas of responsibility.

Skills

Ability to read, write, and communicate in English

Ability to work with all types of meat products

Ability to work in a fast-paced and cold environment

Ability to stand and reach for extended periods

Must be able to lift up to 25 kg

Job description

Production Summer Students - General Labourers (Brampton) - PM Shift

Job Description

Posted Friday, May 2, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Job Description:

1. Take an active role in changeover procedures and achieve line speed efficiencies.
2. Perform visual quality checks of products against customer and internal specifications, including foreign materials and weight checks.
3. Maintain cleanliness of areas of responsibility.
4. Adhere to individual Product Standard Operating Procedures for components and packaging materials.
5. Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and comply with Health and Safety requirements, including ensuring power is shut down on equipment prior to specified tasks.
6. Package cooked or semi-cooked products on various meat production equipment.
7. Verify Best Before Date and labels.
8. Supply packaging lines with boxes, films, and labels.
9. Manage inventory control of label room and staging area.
10. Pack various meat products into trays/boxes.
11. Operate slicing machines and weight scales when necessary.
12. Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Required Skills:

1. Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
2. Ability to work with all types of meat products, including pork.
3. Ability to work in a fast-paced and cold environment (0 to 4 degrees Celsius).
4. Ability to stand and reach for extended periods.
5. Must be able to lift up to 25 kg.

Applicants must be 18 years or older and able to work full-time from April 1 to September 30, approximately 40 hours per week, with hours from around 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM.

Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Applicants are encouraged to communicate their needs for accommodation during the interview process with Human Resources.