General Labourer

Gray Ridge Eggs is looking to hire a General Labourer for their Production department. The General Labourer can be offered a position as either a Track Loader, or a Packer-Grader, or a Machine Operator. The job descriptions for each of the positions are outlined below.

**Schedule**:
**Days**:6:30 AM to 3:00 PM OR 7:15 AM to 3:45 PM

**Afternoons**: 3:30 PM to 12 AM (or until Completion) OR 3:45 PM to 12:15 AM (or until Completion)

**ACCOUNTABILITY**

**Reports to**:Production Supervisor**Direct Reports**:NoneL.H. Gray & Son Limited, better known as Gray Ridge Eggs in Ontario, began in 1934 in Ridgetown, Ontario by Lyle and Ina Gray. Today, their son, Bill Gray carries on the family tradition. Gray Ridge Egg Farms is one of the largest processors of farm fresh eggs in Ontario and is proud to display the Foodland Ontario logo on its products. L.H. Gray & Son is an operating partner of Golden Valley Foods, an egg market leader in B.C. with a state-of-the-art egg grading facility in Abbotsford. L.H. Gray & Son Ltd. became a founding member of National Egg Inc., a Canadian marketing cooperative that brings local specialty eggs to market across Canada under the GoldEgg/JauneDoré brand. Sparks Eggs, a major player on the Alberta egg grading scene, was welcomed into the L.H. Gray & Son Ltd. family, further strengthening Bill Gray's vision in Western Canada. L.H. Gray & Son Limited is not just shell eggs. Holdings in Global Egg Corporation/EggSolutions in Toronto, and in Perth County Ingredients in St. Marys, Ontario, brought the L.H. Gray & Son influence into the egg processing industry, impacting food service and industrial food production markets. We hope you'll join our amazing team in keeping our country fed safely**TRACK LOADER POSITION OVERVIEW**:
**POSITION OVERVIEW**:
The Track Loader plays a crucial role in the seamless operation of the egg production line at L.H. Gray & Son Limited. Tasked with the efficient handling and distribution of eggs within the facility, this position requires a vigilant and proactive approach to maintain the flow of production. Overall, the Track Loader is essential in sustaining the operational efficiency of the egg processing line, directly contributing to the company's commitment to delivering high-quality products. Through effective supply management and collaboration, the Track Loader supports the overarching goal of keeping our country fed safely.

**EXPERIENCE**:

- To become competent as a Track Loader, approximately two weeks of on-the job training is required to learn the basic requirements of the job, as well as additional working experience learning all aspects of this position.
- Must have prior general experience working successfully in a team environment.
- Although not mandatory, previous experience working on a production line would be helpful.

**INTERPERSONAL SKILLS**:

- Track Loader must be able to communicate and work well with others as part of a team, demonstrating politeness, respect, and courtesy in communication and daily interactions.
- Must be able to provide clear, concise general instructions for team effectiveness and productivity.

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS ANALYSIS**:
**a) Strength**
- Lifting: Lift stacks of eggs from neck to waist level. Lift skids from ground up to head level.
- Carrying: Must be able to carry skids and 30-pound cases of eggs repetitively.
- Pushing: Full carts of eggs to staging area.
- Pulling: Pulling skids off stacks, pulling wire
- Handling/Gripping: 30-pound boxes and wire baskets of eggs repetitively throughout the shift.
- Reaching Above/Below Shoulder: Picking up 30 lbs containers of eggs off conveyor belt.

**b) Mobility**
- Standing/Walking: All of the time.
- Bending/Stooping: All of the time.

**c) Sensory**
- Hearing: Good hearing required to be able to communicate with others over machine noise and to hear the horns on mobile equipment when entering doorways or blind spots.
- Seeing/Vision (near, far, colour): Good vision is required to ensure safety of self and others, particularly when operating mobile equipment.
- Reading: Must be able to read English proficiently and have good comprehension skills.
- Writing: Must be able to write English proficiently and legibly.
- Speaking/Speech: Must be able to speak English proficiently and communicate clearly.

**MANUAL DEXTERITY**:

- Very good hand-eye coordination and dexterity needed to pick up units of eggs and placing them on a skid.
- Agility and the ability to develop a good work “rhythm” when removing and stacking product is needed.
- Operating the forklift and pallet jack also requires good dexterity and coordination.

**PROBLEM SOLVING**:

- Routine decision making which generally follows set standards and procedures.
- Problems arise if product placement is not organized.
- Difficulties with the machine requires independent judgement and common sense, as some problems may require the help of a Maintenance Worker.
- This position is encouraged to independen