Food Packer & Closing Team Member
Lovely PAO — Guelph, Ontario

Lovely PAO manufactures siopao (steamed buns) and distributes them to supermarkets across Ontario. We’re looking for an experienced food packer who can take ownership of our packing and closing process and become a valued, long-term member of our team.

You’ll monitor batches, pack products within established time windows, prepare accurate orders, and leave the premises clean and securely closed. This role suits someone who follows explicit systems, manages their time without repeated reminders, and speaks up promptly when something could affect food safety, product quality, or delivery.

What you’ll do

- Monitor multiple product batches and use our tracking system to know when each batch is ready for packing.
- Organize your work so products are packed promptly within required time windows to maintain freshness and quality.
- Follow established procedures consistently and communicate delays or concerns before they affect the product.
- Pack cooled products into plastic containers, then place containers into boxes and seal them securely.
- Clearly label boxes with the correct delivery destination.
- Check product quantities, packaging condition, and order accuracy before dispatch.
- Load finished orders into the delivery truck.
- Help unload incoming inventory and put it in the appropriate storage areas.
- Safely lift and move boxes weighing up to 44 lb (20 kg), using appropriate handling methods and equipment.
- Follow food-safety, personal hygiene, allergen-control, and sanitation procedures.
- Report packing errors, damaged packaging, product concerns, and food-safety issues promptly.

Cleaning and closing responsibilities

- Remove garbage and dispose of it in designated areas.
- Sweep and mop floors.
- Clean and sanitize work surfaces and food-contact areas according to company procedures.




- Ensure all food requiring refrigeration is properly covered, stored, and placed in the appropriate refrigerator.
- Complete the closing checklist and required food-safety checks, addressing or reporting concerns before leaving.
- Complete final premises checks and securely close and lock the store.

What you’ll bring

- A valid Food Handler Certificate recognized in Ontario.
- Previous hands-on experience handling and packaging food.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to track multiple batches and meet packing deadlines.
- The ability to follow established systems accurately and complete tasks on time without repeated reminders.
- An understanding of safe food handling, cross-contamination prevention, personal hygiene, and allergen precautions.
- The ability to read order sheets, count accurately, and label orders clearly.
- Careful attention to product quality, cleanliness, and order accuracy.
- Dependable attendance and availability to complete scheduled closing duties.
- The ability to perform standing and repetitive packing tasks and safely handle boxes weighing up to 44 lb (20 kg), with reasonable accommodation where needed.
- A respectful approach to teamwork and a willingness to learn and accept feedback.
- Honesty and accountability: you report mistakes, ask questions when unsure, and follow through on your responsibilities.
- An interest in building a long-term working relationship with Lovely PAO.

Helpful experience

Experience in food manufacturing, commercial kitchens, time-sensitive packing, order preparation, inventory receiving, or workplace closing procedures would be an asset.

Training

We’ll provide training in Lovely PAO’s products, batch-tracking system, packing standards, food-safety procedures, and closing routines.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Food Packer (Guelph)
🏢 Lovely pao
📍 Guelph