General Labour

at  SYSCO FOOD SERVICES

GENERAL LABOUR

Reports To
Production Supervisor
Location
Buckhead Vancouver
Type
Full-Time, Permanent, Hourly
Closing Date
February 8, 2025
Hourly Rate
$21 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/JOB REQUIREMENTS (ABOUT YOU):

• 1+ year work-related experience (food processing, cold environment production)
• Completion of High School, Post-Secondary an asset
• Trained in WHMIS, Health and Safety, Food Safety, HACCP
• Fluent in oral and written English communication preferred
• Basic math skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced work environment with superior attention to safe work methods
• Physically able to lift (50 to 70 + lbs.), stand, walk, bend, twist, stoop, squat, repetitively for the duration of the shift
• Can work in cold environments, be exposed to dust, odors and raw meat including pork, poultry and seafood
• Communication and Language – required to communicate using courtesy, tact, discretion, and persuasion, where appropriate. Good handwriting skills
• Judgment – Ability to use sound judgment when making decisions
• Problem Solving – Can identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
• Stress Management – Ability to work well under pressure
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Time Management – Uses time efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Health and Safety – Works in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations as well as Company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Food Safety/Security – Works in compliance with all applicable Food Safety policies and procedures as set out by the Company and relevant legislation including HACCP regulations
  Internal candidates apply via the Career Centre on your HR Portal / ADP Workforce Now.
  External candidates submit cover letter & resume via www.sysco.ca/careers

ROLE:

The purpose of the job is to provide overall support to operational functions.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Various assigned duties throughout the production areas including packaging and burger room, and other departments as needed.
• Responsible for moving, boxing, deboxing, processing, packaging product according to specifications.
• Ensure proper scanning and documentation is completed as required.
• Participate in monthly inventory as required.
• Weigh proteins and tag containers for weights and contents.
• Determine the quality of various proteins based on physical attributes, shape, and smell
• Use and care of tools / knives / equipment
• Meet customer demands and stock orders, whether for local or wholesale
• Comply with all safety rules and adherence to all Company Health and Safety policies, OHSA
• Complete necessary certifications if required
• Assist as directed in start-up or end of shift operations
• Cleaning – complete as directed proper cleaning and sanitizing of miscellaneous parts / equipment prior to / end of shift shut down, and as needed
• Ensure that any equipment being used is safe to operate at all times
• Comply with all Food Safety and HACCP regulations
• All other duties as assigned