Lead Hand - Saturday Only - 7:00Am-3:30Pm

JOB Summary
The Lead Hand plays an important leadership role in the Production/Packaging/Shipping departments. He/she works in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment and is responsible for overseeing food processing activities in a given department. This person gives direction, trains new employees and directly supports the Department Supervisor.
JOB Responsibilities

• Take action to correct any issues and to make improvements
• Directly helps the department to meet targets and goals while maintaining a healthy and safe work environment
• Ensures all equipment is operating properly, takes appropriate actions to correct any issues
• Maintains productivity that meets/exceeds standards
• Leads the department to meet targets and goals
• Champions and upholds department standards as a role model for other employees
• Contributes to a healthy work environment, while maintaining high food safety and health and safety standards
• Other responsibilities as required
• Where needed, perform general labour tasks on the production line
• Leads and contributes to the team and the whole facility in a positive way
• Dedicated to creating a high-quality product that consistently meets product specifications
• Oversees and directs the daily work in support of the Production Supervisor

Required Skills, Ability & Experience

• You must be legally eligible to work and currently residing in Canada.
• Can work well in a team environment and support fellow team members
• Able to perform all tasks within the department including lifting and/or shovelling
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to direct the work of others while maintaining composure in a fast-paced environment
• Able to stand and walk throughout the shift
• Able to lift up to 25kgs
• Punctual, reliable and responsible
• Basic computer skills including Excel and Word
• Excellent communication skills, able to speak and read English
• First Aid trained or willing to obtain certification

Maple Leaf Foods is committed to ensuring the health and safety of all our employees. As part of this commitment, we have adopted a number of COVID-19 safety measures, including a requirement for all employees to be fully vaccinated by March 31, 2022 and to show proof of vaccination. In keeping with this policy, successful candidates will need to provide proof of vaccination prior to their first day of work. We will of course consider accommodations for anyone unable to be vaccinated following human rights and other applicable laws
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. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.
Maple Leaf Foods is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse workforce. Job applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact our Talent Attraction Team at [email protected] or 905-285-5862. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.