Production worker

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 7:00 AM

Craving a dream job? Join one of Canada's Top Employers. Purdys Chocolatier is delighted to have been voted by our employees as one of Canada's Best Employers. This esteemed award is a testament to the rich texture of our history and our more than 115 years of dedication to quality, trust, and supportive work environment.

Do you have a keen eye for detail, great communication skills, and a desire to work in a positive team environment? Purdys Chocolatier is looking for Casual General Help - Full Time to join our efficient Production Teams at our Chester Street packline facility in Vancouver, BC!

Start as soon as possible for a 6-month contract. Opportunity to be promoted to permanent full-time based on performance and openings!

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Coating and garnishing of cream centres, caramels, and other products
• Sorting, picking and packaging chocolate into boxes
• Consistently meeting daily production targets
• Maintaining cleanliness of equipment, machines and work stations
• Examining products and recording results for quality control
• Performing other duties as assigned

All applicants MUST have:

• Availability: Must be able to work the same shift from Monday to Friday, and open to working at both locations.
• 8330 Chester - 6:30AM - 3:00PM
• 2777 Kingsway - 3:30PM - 12:00AM
• Strong spoken and written English communication skills
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to work in a team
• CSA Certified safety shoes
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with Food Manufacturing Machinery is an asset
• Comply with SQF policies and procedures

PERKS working at Purdys Chocolatier:

• Employee discount on all products through our online store – perfect for all your gifts!
• Referral program – refer a friend to work at Purdys and get a cash reward
• Access to internal job postings – we love to promote employees within the company
• Collaborate with fantastic people who are passionate about creating incredible Purdys moments
• Fun working environment that values work-life balance

As this is a unionized work environment – union membership is mandatory upon hire. This is full-time hours, 40 hours/week.

Pay: $18.12-$18.57/hr.
Additional $0.75/hr for PM shifts (between 6PM and 12AM)
Additional $1.00/hr for PM shifts (between 12AM and 6AM)
Additional $1.00/hr for valid Occupational First Aid Certificate Level 2 & 3

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, and while we wish we could personally reach out to everyone, we can only contact those selected for an interview.

We genuinely care about providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at resumes@purdys.com. We're here to help!