Located in Bois-Gagnon, NB
Starting Wage: $20/hour
Acadian Wild Blueberry Company, a member of the Bragg Group of Companies, is a vertically integrated wild blueberry farming and processing company, as well as a major producer of battered vegetables. This world-class facility boasts a massive cold storage infrastructure capable of holding up to 90 million pounds of product.
Perks of being an Acadian Wild Blueberry Employee:
- Comprehensive benefit package including a matching contribution pension plan.
- Vacation PLUS we offer a vacation purchase plan allowing for additional time off.
- Employee Discount Program offering great discounts across Atlantic Canada.
- Employee pricing on products we produce.
Position Scope:
Forklift Operators are responsible for maintaining the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of raw materials and finished goods to support high-speed processing and storage operations. Operating in close proximity to production lines, dumper platforms, and receiving docks, you will safely transport blueberry field totes and manufacturing supplies throughout the facility. This role requires continuous collaboration with line operators and supervisors to prioritize tasks and feed production lines on schedule. Forklift Operators manage critical material routing workflows, which include verifying,
scanning, and dumping product lot tags into tracking systems, and sorting pallets or totes by quality and storage status. You will also be expected to perform regular pre-operational equipment checks, safely plug in or change heavy vehicle batteries, and maintain a clean, tidy workstation to satisfy strict corporate food safety and sanitation standards.
Work Workplace & Physical:
- On-site in a manufacturing environment with exposure to plant operations.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- 12 hour shifts rotating with both day and night shifts.
- Lifting up to 50 lbs. and standing for extended periods is required.
- Exposure to low-temperature conditions.
- Must be able to work with products including but not limited to onions and wheat.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Grade 12 Diploma or Equivalent
- Experience operating a Forklift
Acadian Wild Blueberry Company is committed to providing a safe, respectful, inclusive workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and workplace violence and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
Applications can be made by visiting www.oxfordfrozenfoods.com/opportunity and applying through our career center.