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We are seeking two reliable and safety-conscious individuals for a Heavy General Labour position located in Grimsby. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and monitoring advanced automated packaging machinery and robotic systems in an active production environment. This is a full-time opportunity with a rotating two-week shift schedule requiring physical stamina, mechanical aptitude, and a strong commitment to plant health and safety protocols.

Advantages
Competitive pay rate of $21.00 per hour
Steady, 40-hour work weeks with predictable Monday-to-Friday scheduling (weekends off)
Opportunity to work with modern automation, robotics, and industrial packaging systems
Well-structured safety-first work environment with all mandatory respiratory and protective equipment provided
Potential for long-term career growth and skill development within manufacturing operations

Days: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Afternoons: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Nights: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Responsibilities
Operate, monitor, and adjust advanced packaging equipment, including automated filling machines, case packers, and industrial labelers
Oversee robotic cells to ensure continuous feed, smooth product transfer, and clearance of basic line jams
Perform heavy manual handling, lifting, staging of materials, and stacking of finished packaged goods
Conduct routine quality checks to verify correct label placement, seal integrity, and fill levels
Comply strictly with all PPE requirements, including mandatory respirator usage in designated zones
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work cell according to standard 5S and safety policies

Qualifications
Reliable personal transportation and valid driver's license (location is in Grimsby and not reliably transit-accessible for all shift times)
Flexibility and availability to commit to a 2-week rotating shift pattern (Days, Afternoons, and Nights)
Respirator Fit Requirement: Must be clean-shaven to ensure a proper airtight seal for mandatory respiratory protective equipment
Previous experience in machine operation, industrial packaging, or heavy manufacturing is preferred
Strong physical endurance, including the ability to stand for extended periods and perform heavy lifting throughout an 8-hour shift

Summary
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We are also committed to providing an accessible hiring process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know so we can work with you to meet your needs.

If you're an experienced individual looking for a new challenge in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you, apply today! Apply directly through this ad or send your resume directly to the following consultants, stating the job role in the email subject line:

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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