Seasonal Tote Repair

Ocean Spray of Canada is hiring. We have General Labor positions available on our Tote Repair team at our Richmond Receiving Station.

The positions may include working outdoors, indoors, or a combination of both. The hours are typically Monday to Friday, 7 am - 3:30 pm.

During the cranberry harvest (September - November), all positions may be required to work extended hours, including weekends, in order to meet deadlines based on the needs of the business. Overtime is paid after 8 hrs. The start and end times during harvest will vary on a day-to-day basis.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Utilizing carpentry skills in the process of repairing plywood bins for the cranberry harvest.
2. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds frequently.
3. Maintaining a clean work environment.
4. Learn and work in a fast-paced production environment.
5. Adhere to good manufacturing, safety, and environmental practices.
6. Work independently or as part of a team to accomplish work.
7. Work inside or outside in various weather conditions.

Knowledge, Skill and Ability Requirements:

1. Experience with carpentry and tools.
2. Forklift certification and experience is an asset.
3. Ability to work in a team environment, follow instructions, and keep accurate records.
4. Prior experience in a food processing facility is an asset.
5. Must be willing and available to work day shifts as well as overtime during the harvest season.
6. Must be able to communicate effectively, both written and verbally.
7. Use of Biometrics for time reporting/clocking in and out is required.
8. Must provide and wear steel-toed work boots.
9. Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Who We Are:

You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what’s better - canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future.

Team members, farmers, consumers, and communities alike--we value what makes us unique and strive to connect our farms to families for a better life by living our values:

• Grower Mindset – We embrace our grower-owners' innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning, and focus on the future.
• Sustainable Results – Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower-owners.
• Integrity Above All – We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower-owners, customers, consumers, and each other.
• Inclusive Teamwork – We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.