heavy general labourer.

Are you looking to kickstart an energetic career where you can put your physical strength and technical curiosity to the test every single day? We are seeking a dedicated, physically fit Heavy General Labourer to join our premier manufacturing facility located in the growing industrial hub of Paris, Ontario. This exciting position offers a competitive compensation rate of $20.92/hr and provides a fantastic opportunity for individuals who thrive in high-intensity, active manufacturing environments. Whether you prefer a structured routine or dynamic shift setups, this role accommodates multiple lifestyles. Candidates must be fully available to work either a straight shift (dedicated days, afternoons, or nights) AND/OR a straight continental shift pattern consisting of rotating 12-hour days and nights. If you enjoy a highly active workday and want a position that keeps you moving, this is the ultimate opportunity for you.

As a Heavy General Labourer, you will play a foundational role within our manufacturing & logistics operations. This role is a perfect blend of manual material handling and introductory machinery operation, aligning closely with professional industrial standards. You will be responsible for keeping our production lines fluid, ensuring raw materials are fed into processing machinery, and clearing finished goods efficiently. Please note that this is a highly rigorous role; you will receive a full-body workout every single shift. Operators are required to consistently lift, move, stack, and manipulate 50 lbs boxes and products throughout the entire 8-hour or 12-hour shift duration. It is an excellent fit for individuals who pride themselves on endurance, precision, and physical stamina within a modern manufacturing setting.

Effective workplace communication is vital to ensuring a safe and productive environment for all personnel. For this position in Paris, Ontario, all candidates must possess clear, professional English language communication skills. You will be required to read digital machine displays, understand complex safety manuals, interpret production schedules, and communicate seamlessly with shift supervisors and team members to prevent production bottlenecks. Clear verbal and written English communication ensures that safety protocols are strictly adhered to, allowing our manufacturing & logistics teams to operate seamlessly and reduce downtime on the warehouse floor.

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Skills
• Exceptional physical stamina and body mechanics, with the proven ability to perform continuous heavy lifting of 50 lbs boxes routinely.
• Strong spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination required for feeding high-speed manufacturing machinery and clearing conveyor systems.
• Solid technical aptitude with a willingness to learn basic machine operation, controls, gauges, and minor equipment adjustments.
• Excellent time management and focus, allowing you to maintain high productivity levels during repetitive industrial production cycles.
• Dependability and strong teamwork skills to coordinate tasks smoothly with fellow warehouse operators and material handlers.
• Basic mathematical skills and precise attention to detail to verify labels, batch counts, and simple production metrics.

Advantages
Advantages
• Competitive starting wage of $20.92/hr with reliable weekly pay structures.
• Flexible scheduling options featuring straight shifts (days, afternoons, or nights) or highly coveted straight continental shifts.
• Ideal position for individuals seeking a highly active role that acts as a great physical workout every shift.
• Direct access to comprehensive health and safety training programs to advance your industrial manufacturing skillset.
• Opportunity to work within a safe, welcoming, and technologically advanced manufacturing plant in Paris, Ontario.
• Broad career advancement opportunities within the extensive Randstad manufacturing & logistics network.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities
• Operate, monitor, and tend to automated or semi-automated manufacturing production machinery to ensure safe and efficient product packaging and processing.
• Consistently lift, carry, stack, and maneuver heavy boxes weighing up to 50 lbs continuously across an 8-hour or 12-hour shift.
• Load raw materials onto conveyors and feeding mechanisms while safely off-bearing finished industrial products from production lines.
• Perform strict quality control checks by visually inspecting finished goods and packaging to ensure conformance with established facility standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and completely hazard-free work area by sweeping debris, wiping down machines, and organizing materials.
• Clear minor machinery jams safely following standard lock-out tag-out procedures and immediately report mechanical malfunctions to shift supervisors.
• Adapt effortlessly to changing production schedules, participating in shift handovers, and adjusting machinery guides as required.
• Follow all established occupational health and safety guidelines, including the mandatory use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Qualifications
Requirements
• Successful completion of a high school diploma or equivalent educational credential.
• Ability to provide a completely clear criminal background check prior to commencing employment.
• Absolute flexibility to work an 8-hour straight shift or a 12-hour straight continental shift (including both days and nights).
• Full physical capability to lift 50 lbs consistently and stand, walk, bend, or twist for the entire duration of your shift.
• Reliable transportation to the industrial sector of Paris, Ontario, ensuring punctual attendance for all scheduled shifts.
• Prior experience in general labour, warehouse environments, production lines, or machine operation is considered an asset but is not required.

Summary
At Randstad, we are dedicated to helping hard-working individuals find fulfilling paths that match their unique lifestyles. As a global leader in talent solutions, our recruiters are true experts in the manufacturing & logistics sector, working tirelessly to connect you with top employers. If you are ready to take on an active, rewarding role that keeps you moving, we invite you to apply directly on our website today or reach out to connect with one of our specialized recruiters. If this specific opportunity does not align perfectly with what you are currently seeking, please contact us today to explore other exciting career opportunities tailored to your ambitions.

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