Manpower is hiring General Labourers for Upfield, the largest plant-based products company in the world. Upfield's Becel® plant-based spreads and Violife® vegan cheese alternatives products will be produced in its new, state-of-the-art production facility in Brantford starting this year. Apply now to speak with a recruiter about this incredible opportunity.

What are the perks of working with Upfield?

• Permanent position
• Various shifts available - Monday through Friday with paid breaks
• Day shift 7am - 3pm $19.25 per hour
• Afternoon 3pm - 11pm $19.25 per hour $1.00 Shift Premium
• Night shift 11pm - 7pm $19.25 per hour plus $1.25 Shift Premium
• Benefits eligibility on day one!
• 3 weeks' vacation + 2 floater days per year
• Generous pension plan with company matching

What your main responsibilities will be: -

• Operate machine(s), keeping watch for any malfunction. Is responsible for maintaining quality and quantity of product as set by Quality Assurance and packaging Production Standards.
• Inspect product according to quality standards.
• Troubleshoot production issues as required. For serious abnormalities liaise with maintenance or Supervisors to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain a high degree of personal hygiene and keeps work area in a clean and sanitary condition in compliance with GMP Standards.
• Ensure adequate material supply is always on the line.
• Maintain close communication with other employees as required to ensure continuous operation of the line.
• Complete all required documentation including but not limited to downtime reporting and entries in Informance.
• Ensure that all machines safety guards are in place and operational.
• Move packaging material as required using a walkie stacker.
• Other duties as assigned.

Here's what we're looking for

• 2-3 years' experience in manufacturing environment required; food production environment preferred.
• GMP and HACCP knowledge
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision and work well within a team environment