General Labourer – Cookie Manufacturer

Voortman Cookies Ltd.

Voortman Cookies has a long and stable history, with further growth expected. We ship products across North America, as well as globally. We care about our people, our products and our customers. We are currently looking to fill a few positions in our Production department. We offer a long-term career with potential for advancement.

All positions require employees to follow a weekly or bi-weekly rotating shift work schedule (days, afternoons & nights)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work in a safe manner as per Voortman Cookie company policies
• Regular lifting up to 60lbs
• Grind cookies and other ingredients in grinding machine
• Operation of hoist system
• May be required to manually palletize cases of cookies when necessary
• Cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, cleaning equipment etc.
• Use of pressure sprayer to clean equipment as required
• Complete all other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Punctual and reliable
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Take pride in a job well done
• All positions require standing, twisting, turning, pushing, pulling for long periods
• Ability to work independently or with others, as part of a team
• Must be able to work rotating shifts
• Must have valid SIN
• Must be willing to complete a criminal background check
• Must be able to understand and follow instructions

Voortman Cookies Limited is an equal opportunity employer and committed to employing following the Ontario Human Rights Code and the AODA. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise HR if you require accommodation as per the AODA.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $22.87-$23.87 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Burlington, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Why do you want to work at Voortman Cookies?
• Are you able to work a weekly rotating shift between mornings, afternoons and nights?

Experience:

• General Labourer: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person