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What came first, the chicken or the egg? We still don’t know the answer, but we can share with you, the journey after…

P&H; Foods Inc. is a Canadian, family-owned agribusiness with operations across Canada, and we are passionate about eggs! All things eggs in fact, including shell eggs which we provide to grocery stores and foodservice providers liquid and dried egg as an ingredient for culinary and industrial processing as well as producing a nutritious and delicious line of ready to eat, value added egg products. We are proudly Canadian with a long rich history of working with local family farms in bringing farm fresh eggs to our communities every day!

Our family values are a culturally diverse reflection of our Canadian heritage. We’ve been providing locally sourced food to Canadians for over 115 years! Our collection of unique perspectives and experiences sets us apart with the passion to drive performance.

As part of our values, our organization is constantly in search of innovation. Our state-of-the-art grading and processing equipment sets us apart and drives our commitment to lead the industry in sustainability, safety, and automation. In addition, our facilities are food safe certified ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, and quality.

We are looking for egg enthusiasts who are interested in more than just a job. You are on the hunt for a rewarding career where you’ll make a difference and continue your learning journey. In addition to a rewarding career, you can rest assured that your journey won’t be cut short! Our team members enjoy additional perks such as job security, comprehensive group advantages, an employee assistance program, RSP program, scholarship, and bursary programs!

As a member of our team, you can expect to contribute fresh perspectives, share new and exciting ideas, participate in growth opportunities, build our diverse and inclusive culture, and so much more! Opportunities are only limited by your imagination!

We look forward to hearing from you and learning how you will grow with us and contribute to our ever-evolving team of egg enthusiasts!

POSITION OVERVIEW

In the position of Shipper / Receiver you will make a difference every single day as you receive product, verify accuracy, unload product, organize, and move product to production, as well as moving product from production and loading into trucks for delivery to clients. Shippers and Receivers must apply high attention to detail ensuring order accuracy and must organize and prioritize orders to ensure the highest level of efficiency.

WAGE

$25.75 - $26.75

SCHEDULE: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 3:15pm - 1:45am

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

· Must have prior general experience working successfully in both a team environment and independently





· Ideally have at least one year’s previous warehouse experience in storage and rotation of supplies, order picking and flow of production

· Good knowledge of all types of eggs, including the many different varieties of specialty eggs

· Able to read, write and speak English and basic math skills. Grade 12 education would be preferred

· Able to prioritize and organize work independently

· Able to adapt to changes and open to learning new ways to get things done more efficiently and effectively

· Able to work in a fast-paced environment, thinking and reacting quickly, and making fast yet accurate decisions

· Equipment Operator’s Certification to operate the forklift and pallet jack, or the ability to obtain certifications

· Strong organizational skills are required, as is the ability to set work priorities and work independently

· Must be able to communicate and work well with others as part of a team, demonstrating politeness, respect, and courtesy in communication and daily interactions

· Ability to work independently with little supervision is required

· Routine decision making which generally follows set standards and procedures

· Problem solving is based on both individual judgement and work experience. Many decisions are made independently by the Shipper, but some require the assistance of the Shipping Supervisor to resolve

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Scan in at the start of your shift and out at the end of your shift

· Review the manpower schedule daily

· Check egg stock in the cooler, ensuring there is an adequate supply

· Pick specific product and quantities based on customer orders

· Ensure egg stock is rotated and that older stock is picked first, follow FIFO

· Ensure all product is properly scanned and moved in the NAV inventory system

· Communicate verbally with production team on required types and quantities of egg packaging materials as well as communicating any problems with the supply

· Ensure accurate and timely completion of all required HACCP forms and documents

· Check dates frequently, ensuring that they are correct and legible, if not – report findings to Shipping Supervisor

· Ensure skids of wire basket are properly and tightly secured with twine through out the building process.

· When building skids ensure they are securely stacked with required slip sheets, dividers, plastic wrap, twine, corner protectors, etc are used and that the skids are moved cautiously during the building process





· Safely apply glad hands to trailers before entering onto a trailer in a dock. Safely remove glad hands when trailer is fully empty and ready to be removed from loading dock

· When loading or receiving eggs they should be arranged in a trailer that is of good condition and unloaded in a manner that prevents damage or contamination. The inspection of the trailer shall be documented. Safely and efficiently load/unload eggs, take temperature and place in the trailer/cooler.

· If receiving eggs ensure the supplier is on the approved listing, and that the proper documentation is completed/samples taken for inspection prior to release

· Report any issues with incoming egg quality or trailer integrity to Supervisor

· Ensure returned or damaged eggs are condensed and stored in proper location, segregated from good finished product

· Report and document all maintenance/load concerns to appropriate department

· Safely operate power equipment (and hand jacks) to complete required job tasks, and ensure any equipment issues are reported. Do not operate power equipment unless proper training and certification has been completed

· Ensure power equipment has been parked in storage area and charged if required

· Participate in all required training sessions

· If loading, ensure specific product and quantities are correct based on customer orders

· Ensure load sheets have been initialled and include restraint devices sent

· Build and maintain positive working relationships with all levels of staff, and with customers and producers

· Ensure trucks are loaded/unloaded properly following company policies and procedures

· Keep finished cooler, staging area, clean supply room and overall work area clean, tidy, and free from hazards. Floors must be kept clean and free of broken egg

· Professional conduct always

· Assist colleagues as necessary

· Be part of the employee rotation to ship/receive graded eggs on stat holidays if required

· Be an active contributor to the facility food safety culture by ensuring established GMP and bio security procedures are followed, and report any food safety concerns

· All other duties as assigned by the Shipping Supervisor or Team Lead.

P&H; Foods Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. AI is used during the screening process of recruitment to advance the selection of best suited candidates. Please note:

This position has a current vacancy of 1 role that is actively being recruited.

Pay: $25.75-$26.75 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Work Location: In person

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