General Labour - AM/ PM Shift
- Hamilton, ON, Canada
Salary: $18.90/hr · Full-time
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Original job description
General Labourer – Production – Hamilton, ON
Job Type: Full-Time Contract
Shift Details: 5 days per week, various shifts
2026-HAM-03
Reason for Vacancy: Existing Headcount
Position Summary
We are looking for reliable and motivated individuals to join our team to support the production of high-quality foods. The General Labourer is responsible for performing packaging, clean-up, and other elemental activities related to food processing.
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.
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Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.
AI will not be used in any part of the recruitment process (screening, assessment, or selection).
Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at
Job Type: Full-Time Contract
Shift Details: 5 days per week, various shifts
2026-HAM-03
Reason for Vacancy: Existing Headcount
Position Summary
We are looking for reliable and motivated individuals to join our team to support the production of high-quality foods. The General Labourer is responsible for performing packaging, clean-up, and other elemental activities related to food processing.
- Feed cartons into machines
- Check and weigh materials and products
- Manually pack product into bags, cartons, or other containers
- Remove finished goods cartons from conveyor and place on pallets
- Check products and packaging for basic quality defects
- Other duties as assigned
- Salary: $18.90/hr
- Afternoon and night shift premiums available
- Opportunity for overtime
- All PPE is provided to employees (hard hats, boots, jackets, etc.)
- Support of a union
- Opportunities for growth and training development
- Shifts do not rotate
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Physically capable of lifting up to 50lbs
- Strong attention to detail and safety
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.
Apply Now
Submit Your Resume Via
- Online Portal: www.mapleleaffoods.com/careers/
- Email: Heritagejobs@mapleleaf.com
Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.
AI will not be used in any part of the recruitment process (screening, assessment, or selection).
Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at
More about this job
Responsibilities
Perform packaging, cleanup, and other basic food-processing tasks, including feeding cartons into machines and manually packing products into containers. Inspect and weigh materials and products, check packaging for basic defects, and move finished cartons from conveyors onto pallets.
Requirements
Applicants must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and lift up to 50 pounds. Strong attention to detail and safety is required; no specific education or prior experience is stated.
Skills
- Packaging
- Food Processing
- Machine Feeding
- Material and Product Inspection
- Weighing Materials and Products
- Manual Packing
- Palletizing
- Quality Inspection
- Cleanup
- Attention to Detail
- Workplace Safety
- Fast-Paced Work
- Lifting up to 50 Pounds
Benefits
- Afternoon and Night Shift Premiums
- Overtime Opportunities
- Personal Protective Equipment Provided
- Union Support
- Growth and Training Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Manufacturing
- Food & Beverage
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- General Labour
- Production
- Food Processing
- Packaging
- Cartons
- Production Machines
- Material Inspection
- Product Inspection
- Weighing
- Manual Packing
- Conveyors
- Palletizing
- Quality Defects
- Cleanup
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Union
- Overtime
- Food Manufacturing
- Workplace Safety
- Fast-Paced Environment
- Lifting