At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate forklifts and assist in shipping/receiving for food production.
- Company: Join Grand River Personnel, a leader in staffing solutions.
- Benefits: Earn $24/hour plus vacation pay, with potential for permanent employment.
- Other info: Full-time shifts available; must be reliable and detail-oriented.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team in the food industry with growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Must have forklift certification and at least 1 year of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 24 - 24 $ per hour.
On behalf of our client, Grand River Personnel is looking for experienced Shipper/Receivers to join their team in CAMBRIDGE. We are looking for dependable, organized individuals with at least 1 year of shipping and receiving experience and a valid forklift license/certification (not in-house). Selected candidates will be scheduled for a Drive test to assess suitability with the client. Selected candidates must also be able to comply with GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices in the Canadian Food Industry). These are CONTRACT positions with potential for permanent employment for the right candidate. Students are not eligible for this position. Only candidates with relevant experience will be contacted.
Pay Rate: $24.00/hour + 4% vacation pay added to each cheque weekly!
Full-time Weekday Shifts:
- Days: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Afternoons: 3:30 PM – 11:30 PM
- Nights: 11:30 PM – 7:30 AM
Part-time WEEKEND SHIFT:
- Friday & Saturday: 11:30 PM – 11:30 AM
24 hours per week
Job Duties:
- Accurately measure and prepare large quantities of ingredients for cracker production
- Operate industrial mixers, blenders, and related production equipment
- Follow work orders, product specifications, recipes, and established production procedures
- Monitor raw materials and ingredient levels and notify appropriate personnel when supplies need to be replenished
- Inspect ingredients and finished mixes to ensure production requirements are being met
- Assist with packing and other production duties as required
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Follow all food safety, quality, and workplace safety procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Previous experience in food production, baking, industrial mixing, or a similar manufacturing environment
- Strong basic math skills with the ability to accurately measure ingredients
- Ability to read and follow work orders, product specifications, and product codes
- Basic computer skills
- Good communication skills in English
- Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently follow established procedures
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
- Reliable and dependable with good attendance
- Ability to lift up to 25 kg (55 lbs.) repeatedly throughout the shift
- Must have CSA-approved safety footwear
- Must be available for day, afternoon, and/or night shifts
Grand River Personnel does not use AI to screen or select candidates. Resumes and applications are reviewed by our experienced recruitment team based on the requirements of the position. Grand River Personnel is committed to promoting accessibility for Ontarians with disabilities and complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and makes accommodations available for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. When an applicant for employment is chosen to participate in an assessment and/or the selection process, reasonable accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.
Experienced Forklift Operators – Cambridge employer: Grand River Personnel Limited
Grand River Personnel is an excellent employer for experienced Forklift Operators in Cambridge, offering competitive pay rates and the potential for permanent employment. With a strong commitment to employee growth and a supportive work culture, we prioritise safety and quality while providing opportunities for skill development in a fast-paced environment. Join us to be part of a team that values dependability and organisation, ensuring a rewarding career in the food production industry.
Contact Details:
Grand River Personnel Limited Recruitment Team
