heavy general labour.

Are you looking for a physically engaging role that offers variety, technical growth, and a clear path to permanent employment? We are currently seeking a motivated Heavy General Labour professional to join a premier team in Grimsby, Ontario. This position is situated within the fast-paced manufacturing & logistics sector, where you will be instrumental in ensuring the seamless operation of high-tech packaging and distribution lines. As a Heavy General Labour specialist, you will transition from traditional manual tasks to operating sophisticated robotics and machinery, making this an ideal role for someone looking to expand their industrial skillset.

The manufacturing & logistics industry in the Niagara region is thriving, and this Heavy General Labour position offers a competitive starting wage of $21.00 to $22.00 per hour. This is a contract to permanent opportunity, designed for individuals who want to prove their value and secure a long-term career with a stable employer. In this role, you will experience the full scope of the production cycle across a rotating shift schedule (Days, Afternoons, and Nights), ensuring that the manufacturing & logistics facility maintains its peak efficiency 24/7.

At Randstad, we are global leaders in talent solutions, and our recruiters are experts in the manufacturing & logistics field. We don't just find you a job; we partner with you to build a career that matches your strength and ambition. By stepping into this Heavy General Labour role, you gain access to a supportive environment where safety and precision go hand-in-hand with heavy-duty performance.

Location - Grimsby
Pay - 21.00 - 22.00
Shift - 3 Shift Rotation- Days/ Afternoon/ Nights

Advantages
• Competitive pay scale of $21.00 to $22.00 per hour. After 1 year: $24.12 After 2 years: $28.43
• Contract to permanent pathway, offering a clear route to long-term job security.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge robotics and automated manufacturing & logistics technology.
• Comprehensive training provided by industry experts.
• A dynamic work environment in Grimsby with a focus on team collaboration.
• Access to Randstad's exclusive benefits and career coaching during the contract period.

Responsibilities
• Operate and monitor advanced packaging equipment, including robotics, filling machines, case packers, and industrial labelers.
• Safely operate forklifts and powered pallet jacks to move heavy materials and finished goods throughout the manufacturing & logistics facility.
• Perform manual heavy lifting of up to 50 lbs consistently throughout the shift to keep production lines supplied.
• Conduct routine quality checks on packaged goods to ensure they meet strict industrial standards.
• Maintain accurate production logs and equipment reports to assist the manufacturing & logistics management team.
• Troubleshooting minor mechanical issues on the packaging line to minimize downtime.
• Adhere to a 2-week rotating shift schedule, ensuring seamless handovers between day, afternoon, and night teams.
• Keep the work area clean and hazard-free, following all internal health and safety regulations.

Qualifications
• Proven experience in a Heavy General Labour or industrial environment.
• Familiarity with operating automated machinery or robotics in a manufacturing & logistics setting.
• Valid certification or significant experience operating forklifts and powered pallet jacks.
• Physical capability to manage repetitive heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs) and stand for long durations.
• High level of mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn new software and equipment quickly.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to work effectively during night and afternoon rotations.

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This Heavy General Labour role is more than just a job—it is your entry point into a rewarding career in manufacturing & logistics. Our recruiters are experts who are ready to guide you through the application process and help you land this permanent-pathway role. If you are a hardworking individual who thrives on variety and physical challenge, we encourage you to apply on our website or connect with us directly today.

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Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to View email address on randstad.com to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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