General Labourer

About the Role

McCain Foods in Florenceville-Bristol, New Brunswick, is recruiting full-time General Labourers for its Prepared Foods facility. This physically intensive position supports production operations, food safety, quality control, sanitation, and equipment efficiency within a dynamic manufacturing setting. The position involves 12-hour rotating shifts from Monday to Friday, alternating two weeks on days with two weeks on nights. Selected candidates will undergo a 90-day training program.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety protocols including Job Hazard Analyses and safe work practices while actively engaging in the STEP behavioral safety initiative.
• Interpret production formulas accurately to weigh, mix, and blend ingredients as per defined recipes.
• Conduct cleaning and sanitation to maintain a tidy and organized workspace.
• Identify, communicate product quality issues, and uphold food safety standards.
• Operate machinery relevant to assigned production tasks.
• Precisely record ingredient details, temperatures, and product tracking information.
• Manage ingredient scheduling and production workflows to ensure smooth shift completions and changeovers.
• Follow established procedures for equipment changeovers and production operations.
• Troubleshoot and adjust equipment performance when necessary.
• Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Critical Control Point (CCP) requirements.
• Support company performance metrics through awareness of KPIs and continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with team members and serve as a key resource in designated areas as needed.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Minimum completion of Grade 12 or equivalent GED.
• Willingness and ability to work rotating day and night shifts.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or food production is advantageous.
• Basic computer literacy is preferred.
• Capable of working independently with minimal oversight.
• Physically able to walk, stand, bend regularly, and lift between 35 to 40 pounds consistently.
• Flexibility to learn and perform various roles throughout the facility.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and capacity to handle unexpected situations calmly.
• Proficiency in basic math to complete production documentation accurately.
• Adaptability to evolving operational demands.

Additional Information

The role supports the Prepared Foods team focusing on cooperative efforts across production, quality, maintenance, and sanitation departments to ensure safe production of superior food products. McCain values leadership principles that emphasize customer understanding, innovation, empowerment, and ownership. The company integrates AI and digital tools responsibly to enhance operations. McCain fosters a supportive working culture that values authenticity, trust, and team growth.

Compensation: Starting wage is 21.49 CAD per hour with bonus eligibility and shift differentials where applicable. Final pay is determined based on experience, skills, education, and organizational needs.

Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescriptions), retirement savings plans, and supportive leaves for medical, family, and bereavement needs. Additional wellbeing programs include vacation, holidays, company-supported volunteering, and mental health resources.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity and accessible employer committed to inclusive hiring practices. Reasonable accommodations during recruitment are available on request. McCain uses AI in hiring decisions, with all final decisions made by humans. Privacy and data handling comply with McCain’s Global Privacy Policies.