The Opportunity:

As part of Maple Leaf Food’s Heritage team, the Team Leader will be responsible for material shipping, receiving and warehouse activities at the Heritage facility. This role will be responsible for shipping, receiving transportation, and warehousing related activities in Logistic areas of the plant, reporting to the Logistics Manager.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by November 06. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Responsible for the shipping activity for outbound finished goods
• Responsible for the receiving activity of all inbound materials
• Responsible for warehouse activities, communicates and documents transactions, including vendor damage claims
• Supervise outbound material movement to meet supply chain requirements including inventory accuracy, minimizing write-offs, and new product introductions
• Supervise dry goods, packaging, meat and finished good warehouse operators
• Manages the warehouse to meet housekeeping standards, including inventory control and management
• Responsible for ensuring all shipments, inbound and outbound, meet quality requirements including completion of all related paperwork
• Provides innovative solutions and continuous improvement initiatives to upgrade the department
• Maintain managed warehouse bin management, inventory control, and allergen management.
• Communicates effectively with transport dispatch, other plants, and third-party providers
• Act as single point of contact for employee issues and concerns and providing follow-up in a timely manner
• Conduct grievance, incident investigations, counseling, and discipline meetings
• Properly administering the Collective Agreement
• Accurate payroll processing
• Conduct communication, safety, and food safety meetings
• Audits processes: People System, FSQA, Reliability predictive practices
• Conduct daily team meetings to review FS/QA, People, Reliability and CI KPIs
• Develop Team Members through certification training and coaching, providing clear roles and consistent support and feedback for all employees
• Foster and maintain positive union and employee relations environment by treating all employees with respect, providing timely feedback and grievance resolution
• Ensures the compliance of all plant relevant policies, procedures, and standardized work methods
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure continued compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, JHSC recommendations or MOL work orders, Company Safety rules and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Perform accident investigation and take an active role in WSIB case management and ensuring early and safe return of injured workers to modified and/or productive duties
• Efficient warehouse flow
• Timely completion of shipping and receiving duties
• Timely execution of all warehouse pick and put away tasks
• Develop cross functional relationships with other groups in production, H&S, FSQA and reliability
• Shall demonstrate full commitment to the implementation of the requirements of the Global Standard for Food Safety and to processes which facilitate continual improvement of food safety and quality management.

What You’ll Bring:

• The successful candidate will possess a relevant post-secondary education
• Previous experience in a unionized food, dairy, beverage or packaged goods industry is a definite asset
• Ability to communicate and work with all relevant associates, stakeholders and resources in a frequently changing and challenging supply chain environment
• Strong analytical skills and detail oriented; strong organization skills with sound prioritizing abilities
• Strong computer skills related to MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook)
• SAP knowledge is an asset
• 2-3 years’ experience in a shipping environment, preferably in a food, unionized environment

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

Location: 70 Heritage Drive, New Hamburg, Ontario

Maple Leaf Foods is looking for an experienced DZ driver with both automatic and standard transmission experience. The delivery driver is responsible for ensuring a timely and safe delivery of product to customer locations while providing professional service in a team-oriented environment. The delivery driver is also responsible for coordinating the unload with hands-on support in collaboration with a delivery helper. Come join our team to experience working in the exciting and rewarding Agricultural Industry!

SHIFT: Full-Time - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
Must be available on Wednesdays if needed.

What's in it for you:

• Salary: $26.96/hour
• Fast paced learning environment
• Opportunities for growth and training development!
• Benefits after 3 months of service 
• Pension after 1 year of continuous service

Responsibilities Include:

• Safe transportation of product to customer locations
• Completing circle check, log books, and other regulatory requirements including truck maintenance
• Manual loading and unloading of product according to plant and customer specifications
• Collaborating with various teams throughout the day
• Provide direction and guidance to Delivery Helper to meet customer requirements
• Supporting training needs for new hires as an overall team
• Following all procedures (e.g. biosecurity, HACCP, CHEQ)
• Positive customer interactions
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Must have valid DZ license or equivalent with clean driver’s abstract
• Must have 3-5 years driving experience with a D license or equivalent
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices
• Must understand and follow all Animal Welfare/HACCP/Biosecurity procedures (Training will be provided)
• Willing and able to work flexible hours, including some Wednesdays and weekends as required (e.g. early starts and/or late end times
• Proven communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to complete work without supervision
• Able to work in extreme weather hot or cold
• Must be in good physical condition – able to lift up to 50 lb. overhead repetitively
• Delivery experience an asset
• Familiarity with delivery routes an asset

What's in it for you?

• Salary: $19.20/hr (6-month wage progression in place wage starts at $20.20/hr)
• All PPE is provided to employees (Boot Reimbursement of $125 after 3 months of service)
• Fast paced learning environment
• Opportunities for growth and training development!

       You must be legally eligible to work and currently residing in Canada.


The Opportunity
The Casual General Labour Day Shift position is responsible for general production and other elemental activities related to hatchery operations. The selected candidate must be available for Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday production, for the morning shift in the Hatchery.  (5am - Finish)

Responsibilities
The general labour department works in the chick room and egg room with general duties such as grading and preparing the delivery although they also support in other departments based on business needs which could include:

• Sanitation: Ensuring our hatchery equipment is fully sanitized with the use of power hoses and our box wash machine.
• Separator Operator: Working with our separator team to separate chicks from debris when hatching
• Machine Operator: Working with our Embrex Machine to vaccinate the chick while it is still in the egg
• Driver Helper: Supporting our drivers with delivering our product to various farm locations across Ontario

Job Requirements

• Must be capable of lifting 40lbs. Repetitively (overhead lifting required) 
• Must be able to work in a wet/humid environment 
• Must be able to work in a team environment 
• Must be able to follow SOP’S & schedules 
• Must adhere to HACCP requirements 

Application Procedures:
We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.  
Maple Leaf Foods is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse workforce. Job applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.

What's in it for you?

• Salary: $17.90- $21.40 to start
• Afternoon and night shift premiums available 
• Afternoon and evening shifts available
• Opportunity for overtime 
• Benefits available approx. 6 months after start date
• Pension after 2 years of continuous service
• Progression wage increases
• Perks and discounts on entertainment, travel, attractions, shopping, sports and more
• All PPE is provided to employees (hard hat, boots, jacket, etc.)
• Shifts do not rotate
• Support of a union
• Highly automated and fast paced learning environment
• Opportunities for growth and training development

 You must be legally eligible to work and currently residing in Canada.

You must be available for fulltime hours Monday to Friday and some Saturdays when overtime is required. Some shifts are on a 10 hour shift, 4 days a week basis, varying days between Monday-Saturday. 

Semi Skilled and Skilled Workers: The Semi-Skilled position is responsible for operating single-function machines to process and package meat products

Responsibilities: 

• Set up and adjust single-function processing and packaging machines preparatory to operation
• Enables the movement of product from one position/location to another using power equipment; Inspects/weighs product; Operates equipment and makes some decisions and some troubleshooting involved
• Monitor machines for proper operation watching for jammed materials, defects or other irregularities
• Operate single function machines required to process or package food products
• Check products for defects and to ensure conformance to company standards and perform corrective machine adjustments as necessary
• Participate in continuous improvement programs, meetings, etc.
• Understand and comply with basic food safety principles
• Other duties as assigned

APPLY NOW! 

 The Opportunity:

As part of Maple Leaf Food’s Maintenance team, the individual will be responsible for maintaining and servicing equipment used in the facility for the daily production of our products. Furthermore, they will ensure safe plant operations and a safe working environment for all employees. Our Millwright rate is $45.49/hour, with an additional premium of $0.50/hour for the night shift.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by October 31. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Trouble shooting/repairs/installations of processing equipment to allow efficient repair/replacement results
• Extensive mechanical knowledge including power transmission, pneumatics and hydraulics
• Carry out oral/printed work requests and apply corrective action
• Perform regular Work Orders and account for inventory and labour on a computerized maintenance program
• Be able to read and understand mechanical drawings/schematics
• Machining and fabricating for equipment repairs and/or upgrades
• Welding of equipment or part repair
• Understand and adhere to all plant Food/Health and Safety Polices

What You’ll Bring:

• Must have Red Seal Certification
• Must have own hand tools
• Knowledge of plant and equipment operations
• Ability to organize and plan daily tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a team based environment
• Must be able to work overnight shift
• Good mathematical, analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Available for weekend overtime as production demands require

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Be part of a company with an inspiring and unique vision, with a deep commitment to sustainability and expanding its leadership in sustainable protein across North America
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Commitment to Learning – courses, resources and tools provided to all employees
• Employee Assistance Program

The Opportunity:

Our pork processing plant in Brandon is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and energetic individual to join the Maple Leaf family.  Are you motivated, ready to be challenged and are driven to succeed in an environment that rewards success?  Get a fresh start with Maple Leaf Foods.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by **. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Our pork processing plant in Brandon is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and energetic individual to join the Maple Leaf family.  Are you motivated, ready to be challenged and are driven to succeed in an environment that rewards success?  Get a fresh start with Maple Leaf Foods.

What You’ll Bring:

• Red Seal Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certificate is required
• Minimum two years of experience as a Millwright, preferable in a food production facility
• Basic computer skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Highly motivated – able to work well with minimal supervision

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Corporate HR Manager-Operations, the HR Manager-Edmonton Poultry leads and influences the HR activities at the unionized Edmonton manufacturing facility.  The Human Resources Manager has the direct accountability for ensuring that the Human Resources planning and results (Performance Management, Recruitment, Recognition, Training and Development, Engagement and Communication) are aligned to meet the Plant and MLF operations and business needs. This leader should clearly know and understand the value of maximizing employee discretionary performance, through an engaging leadership style. They should clearly understand that sustainable long-term results can only be achieved through a team that understands and focuses their energy on the key objectives that drive success, has the skill set needed to execute against the business need, and has a high desire to contribute and win.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 17. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Manage the Human Resources function to ensure that key HR initiatives are aligned with the Plant operational strategy.
• Primary deliverables include tools and interventions in the areas of performance management, work environment practices, rewards and recognition, retention, leadership development, compensation, employee development and advancement, diversity and employee satisfaction.
• Provides advice and guidance in all Labour Relations matters, including grievance/dispute resolution, interpretation and application of the CBA and all disciplinary matters.
• Ensure that Human Resources Key Performance Indicators such as Attendance, Turnover, Retention are tracked and monitored.
• Facilitate execution of plant operations and corporate programs (e.g. succession planning, orientation, PAD and DAP planning etc.).
• Working with Finance, prepares and administers the HR budget and ensuring effective control to ensure that spending is within budget.
• Drives Continuous Improvement initiatives related to Human Resources.
• Develops and drives the execution of an annual HR Plan for the facility which focuses on the delivery of key Plant and Corporate HR initiatives.

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary degree with a concentration in Human Resources, Commerce or Business Administration.
• CPHR designation is preferred.
• Minimum eight to ten years previous related experience with at least three years’ management experience within a unionized manufacturing environment.
• A well-developed HR Professional with a solid Generalist and Change Management background
• A proven track record of proactively managing the Labour/Management relationship.
• Passionate about coaching, mentoring and developing people to achieve positions of greater responsibility.
• Strong business and operational acumen particularly within manufacturing and/or food processing.
• Demonstrated initiative, drive and leadership; excellent communication skills.
• Results orientated, able to work as part of a functional team; must be an exceptional fit with our Maple Leaf Leadership Edge Core Values.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills, possess the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong problem solving skills, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make procedural decisions and judgments involving sensitive and confidential issues under stressful conditions.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems including SAP

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is a Canadian consumer packaged meats company. At our facilities, our employees work with various types of meat including chicken and pork. As this is a FULL-TIME permanent opportunity, we require the availability of 40 hours/week on a permanent basis. Please email resumes to hrwalker@mapleleaf.com

You must be legally eligible to work and currently residing in Canada

We are looking for upbeat general labourers who thrive working in a team-based challenging environment!

What's in it for you?

• Salary: Starting Pay Rate: $18.73/hr.
• Day and afternoon shifts available
• Afternoons shift premium available
• Opportunity for overtime during the weekdays and on weekends
• Benefits available after one month of your start date
• RRSP/Pension Plans
• Quarterly Gain Share Incentive plan
• Employee Assistant program
• Progression wage increases
• All PPE is provided to employees (Earmuffs, boots, jacket, etc.)
• Support of a union
• Highly automated and fast-paced learning environment
• Opportunities for growth and training development

Snapshot of your role:

The successful candidate will place appropriate quantities of components into the trays.

Role Responsibilities:

• Take an active role in changeover procedures and achieve line speed efficiencies
• Manually pack products into bags, cartons, or other containers.
• Remove finished goods cartons from the conveyer and place them on pallets.
• Visual quality checks of the product against customer and internal specifications (Including foreign materials and weight checks)
• Ability to maintain the cleanliness of areas of responsibility
• Adhere to individual Product Standard Operating Procedures for components and packaging materials
• Must wear proper PPE and comply with Health and Safety requirements including ensuring power is shut down on equipment prior to specified tasks
• Frequent pushing, pulling, and overhead reaching, bending, and standing are required
• Other tasks as assigned

Required Skills, Ability & Experience:

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• Ability to obtain pertinent information, evaluate information objectively and explore alternative solutions to problems
• Actively finding new and improved ways of completing tasks
• Interact and share information with employees at all levels (Team members, Lead Hands, Supervisors, and Others).  Actively participates in their work group.
• For training purposes, you must be available to work the day shift
• Must be able to handle all food products and work in a cold environment
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Considering a Career at Maple Leaf Foods?

Apply Now!