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Class 1 Shunt Driver - Mitchell ON
About Us
Sofina Foods is one of Canada's leading manufacturers of primary and further processed protein products for retail and foodservice customers as well as international markets. We manufacture pork, beef, turkey, chicken and fish products. Our family of brands include Cuddy, Lilydale, Janes, Mastro, San Daniele, Fletcher's. Vienna, Riserva and Zamzam. We are also the exclusive distributor of Italy's finest Rio Mare, Lavazza and San Benedetto products in Canada.
What Sofina Foods Offers
Weekly Pay starting at $24.92 per hour Overtime regularly available This is a temporary position for 4-6 months with the potential to move to permanent.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Live Receiving Supervisor or Lead Hand where appropriate, the Shunt Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of live poultry within the compounds of the Mitchell Facility. The Shunter plays a critical, non-highway role that ensures operations run smoothly by efficiently moving trailers within the yard and loading docks.
Days / hours
Monday – Thursday 4:30am – 3:00pm
Key Accountabilities
Safe and efficient movement of trailers in and out of dock doors, within and around the Mitchell facility. Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections of the shunt truck, ensuring brakes, lights, and hydraulics etc. are fully operational. Monitor truck condition and communicate to manager with repair(s) required. Responsible for maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare during loading, transport, and unloading. Maintain clean and tidy workplace and wash trailers as needed. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
1-3 years of verifiable driving / shunting experience. Valid drivers license with a clean driver’s abstract. Experience with livestock handling and a strong understanding for humane transportation practices are preferred. Ability to work in varying weather conditions and manage physically demanding daily tasks. Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; Build your career, apply today! For more information on this Career Growth Opportunity, visit our website under Hourly Opportunities or email your resume to careers.mitchell@sofinafoods.com
Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements, for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview.
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About Sofina Foods
Sofina Foods is one of Canada's leading manufacturers of primary and further processed protein products for both retail and foodservice customers as well as international markets. We manufacture pork, beef, turkey, chicken and fish products. Our family of brands include: Cuddy, Lilydale, Janes, Mastro, San Daniele, Fletcher's, Vienna, Riserva and Zamzam. We are also the exclusive distributor of Italy’s finest Rio Mare, Lavazza and San Benedetto products in Canada.