General Production Worker at Aerotek in Ancaster, Hamilton region. Skills: Cross-Training, Machine Operation, Packaging, Packing, Quality Assurance. Apply on NeverHard.
Company
Aerotek
Location
Ancaster, Hamilton region
Type
contract
Required skills:
Cross-Training
Machine Operation
Packaging
Packing
Quality Assurance
Safety Guidelines
boxing
lifting
Job DescriptionJob Description
Job Title: General Production Worker
Job Description
This role involves working on production lines to support general labour activities such as packing, boxing, and packaging a variety of baked goods. You will handle repetitive tasks, operate production and packaging equipment, and contribute to efficient, safe, and high-quality output across multiple production areas.
Responsibilities
Perform general labour tasks on production lines, including packing, boxing, and packaging baked goods.
Work on the cakes line for new products, such as brownies, while remaining flexible to support other production lines as needed.
Align trays, place product into trays, and remove trays from production lines for further processing or boxing.
Package and box products such as muffins, crumpets, cakes, bagels, English muffins, and cookies according to established standards.
Load and unload trays and products on the production line, ensuring items move efficiently through each stage of production.
Operate or assist with machine operation as required, following safety and operational procedures.
Perform repetitive tasks with consistency and attention to detail to maintain product quality and uniformity.
Support quality assurance activities on relevant lines, including visual checks of products and packaging.
Follow all workplace safety guidelines, including safe lifting practices when handling items up to 30–50 lbs.
Participate in cross-training across different plants and production lines to provide coverage wherever needed.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper handling of packaging materials and finished products.
Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production targets and respond to changing production needs.
Essential Skills
General production and manufacturing experience, particularly in packaging and packing roles.
Experience working as a packaging operator or production line worker.
Ability to perform general labour tasks, including repetitive motions and standing for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs or 50 lbs safely and repeatedly as required.
Comfort working with repetitive tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
Comfort working across multiple production areas and lines, including cakes, muffins, crumpets, bagels, English muffins, and cookies.
Willingness to be cross-trained and work in different plants and roles as needed.
Basic ability to operate or assist with machine operating tasks on production lines.
Attention to detail to ensure accurate packaging, boxing, and product handling.
Commitment to following safety procedures and workplace guidelines.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience as a packaging operator, production line worker, or general production worker in a food or manufacturing environment.
Comfort working in environments with varying temperatures, including mildly hot and hotter areas.
Ability to adapt quickly to different tasks, products, and production lines.
Strong teamwork skills and reliability in meeting shift and production requirements.
Why Work Here?
Employees benefit from on-site physiotherapy, supportive workplace culture, and company benefits comparable to those offered by leading staffing organizations. The workplace promotes engagement with initiatives such as pizza days and employee referral bonus programs, contributing to a positive and rewarding environment.
Work Environment
The role is based in a multi-plant production facility with five buildings, and team members work primarily on the cakes line for new brownie products while also being cross-trained across all areas. Plant 1 focuses on muffins in a non-hot environment, where team members align trays, cup products, remove trays, and box items. Plant 2 handles crumpets and similar products, with a focus on packaging and boxing in a non-hot environment. Plant 3 includes cakes packaging, bagels, and English muffins in a hotter environment, where team members load and unload bagel trays and package cakes into boxes. Plant 4 focuses on cookies in a mildly hot environment, with duties including packaging, quality assurance, and boxing. Team members must be comfortable working in different temperature conditions, performing repetitive tasks, and handling physical activities such as lifting up to 30–50 lbs. The environment is production-focused, with standard manufacturing safety practices and equipment in place, and employees receive cross-training to support flexibility across plants and lines.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ancaster, ON.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.70 - $21.30/hr.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Ancaster,ON.
À propos d'Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.
La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.
Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.
Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.