Part-time Casual Production General Labour

A Sustainable, Forward Thinking Protein Company

Maple Leaf Foods is a leading meat and plant-based protein company, employing over 11,500 people and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange.

We are proud of our roots, which trace back well over 100 years, but our vision and purpose are decidedly forward looking.

As we pursue our vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, we are committed to creating shared value creative business value through addressing some of the world’s most critical social and environmental challenges.

Our goal is to build a more sustainable food system, which provides nutritious affordable food, operates within planetary limits, cares for animals responsibly, and meaningfully engages with our communities to advance a more just society.

We are advancing bold changes within Maple Leaf and more broadly within society to pursue our vision. We deeply believe this is the sustainable path to growth.

Our job is to make great food

Maple Leaf Foods embraces a strong values-based culture, where our people are deeply engaged in work that is purposeful, fast-paced and challenging.

We cultivate an open, non-bureaucratic and inclusive workplace that fosters safety and transparency, along with individual leadership and accountability.

Each Maple Leaf team member has a voice and plays an active role in helping all of us achieve our goals with passion and discipline.

We support one another to grow professionally, to learn new skills and to take on challenging experiences in the spirit of continuous improvement.

Raise the Good in Food

• We have united behind a shared purpose to Raise the Good in Food. This spans a dramatic transformation of our flagship Maple Leaf brand, replacing anything artificial with simple, natural ingredients;
• investments and process changes to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025; building a diverse and inclusive culture where all talent thrives;

becoming a leader in animal care; and advancing food security through our charitable foundation, the Maple Leaf Centre for Action on Food Security.

Our Way we Work Values

Eight core values guide us in everything that we do.

• We are honest and respectful
• We commit to our safety promise
• We make great quality food
• We take pride in our work
• We work together as a team
• We hope to improve everyday
• We measure our success
• We have the courage to speak up

Part-time Casual Production General Labour

Now is a very exciting time to join the Maple Leaf Wetaskiwin Hatchery. Currently at the Wetaskiwin Hatchery hatch approximately 400,000 chicks per week.

Our work includes everything from receiving eggs from our farms to distributing chicks to many growers across the province.

The Opportunity

Maple Leaf Foods Wetaskiwin, AB is currently accepting applications available to work as Casual Part-time labourer in our hatchery production working various departments when and where needed.

Responsibilities Include :

• Working full rotation in the separator area
• Egg room duties as assigned
• Chick room duties as assigned
• Sanitation
• Inovo Transfer
• Other Duties as assigned

Experience, Competency, Schedule Requirements

• Punctual and reliable. Able to be at work when required. Covering for vacation, staff shortages and when and if required.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks.
• Able to stand and walk throughout the shift.
• Ability to interact and share information with Team Members at all levels.
• Good communication skills
• Commitment to working as part of a team
• Able to work varying & flexible hours until job is complete
• Must be able to work in a wet / humid environment
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Must be in good physical condition - able to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead repetitively
• Must be able to use ladders and clean at heights
• Must be able to follow SOP's & schedules
• Must adhere to PCP requirements
• Must adhere to Animal Welfare Practices
• Ability to be called in on short notice.

What's in it for you :

• Hourly wage $19.17 / hour
• Fast paced learning environment
• Opportunities for growth and training development!

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.

Priority will be given to those who have greater availability.