Production Worker

Canada Packers Inc.; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pork processing company in Lethbridge seeks general production workers. Responsibilities include handling raw materials, packaging meat products, and ensuring quality standards. Candidates should be physically capable of lifting up to 60 lbs and working in cold conditions. Competitive wages from $18.20 to $25.05 per hour and various employee benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Health and dental plan

Retirement pension plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Ability to lift heavy weights repetitively, up to 60 lbs.
• Capability to work in cold conditions for extended periods.
• Strong team collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials and finished products throughout the plant.
• Bag and package meat products as required.
• Inspect products for quality and compliance.
• Maintain cleanliness according to safety standards.

Skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Ability to work in cold conditions

Team player

Job description

Overview

Who are we? Canada Packers is a pork company headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario. We are a global leader in sustainably produced, premium quality, value-added pork products, built on a legacy of excellence and innovation. Our company employs approximately 3,700 people in its operations across Canada. Canada Packers is among North America’s largest producers of Raised Without Antibiotics ("RWA") pork and a key supplier of RWA and conventional pork products to customers in Canada, the U.S., Japan, China and other international markets.

The Canada Packers’ Lethbridge Pork facility is a specialty pork processing plant. We process approximately 1,500–1,600 pigs per day, including everything from receiving pigs from the farmer to preparing finished products for export.

About The Job

General production workers at Canada Packers’ Lethbridge facility take on a variety of roles and responsibilities, including, but not limited to:

• Transport raw materials, finished products, and packaging materials throughout the plant.
• Bagging and/or packaging of meat products.
• Operate processing machinery and equipment as needed.
• Inspect products to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area following sanitation and food safety regulations.
• Follow all safety guidelines and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work efficiently to meet daily production quotas and deadlines.
• Assist with loading/unloading raw materials and finished products.
• Identify and report any equipment malfunctions or product defects to supervisors.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• Lifting heavy weights repetitively, up to 60 lbs.
• Working in cold conditions.
• Standing for long periods of time.
• Repetitive movements of the hands/wrists/arms.

Why should you join our team?

• Competitive wages starting at $18.20/hour, reaching up to $25.05/hour.
• Extended health and dental plan.
• Short-term disability coverage, long-term disability coverage, and basic group life insurance.
• Company matched DC pension plan.
• Retention bonus, paid in January following every completed year.
• Production bonus, paid when company targets are met.
• Paid vacation time and statutory holidays.
• Employee assistance program including counselling services and confidential support.

Our Values and Expectations

We are looking for new team members who can fit in with our values, culture, and plant expectations. This includes:

• Maintaining strong attendance; punctuality and regular attendance. This includes calling in if you are experiencing an emergency and cannot attend your scheduled shift or providing documentation to support extended leaves.
• Treating all our team members with dignity and respect.
• Being reliable and high performing, entrusted to complete assigned tasks correctly and in a timely manner.
• Being a flexible and cooperative team player, willing to take on a variety of responsibilities around the plant.
• Being honest and transparent.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component of our culture. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Recruitment Team at [e-mail].