General Laborer

About TreeHouse Foods

TreeHouse Foods is a major manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages with over 20 production facilities across the US and Canada. The company fosters a performance-driven culture focused on excellence, career growth, and delivering high-quality, affordable food to customers and communities.

Recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers, TreeHouse Foods upholds guiding principles such as accountability, integrity, agility, and teamwork. They emphasize a collaborative and inclusive work environment encouraging continuous learning and open communication.

Role Overview

The General Laborer is an essential full-time team member operating the production line efficiently and safely. Under the guidance of the Production Supervisor, this role ensures product quality, line flow continuity, proper packing, documentation, and handling of finished goods in a dynamic food manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain product quality during production, eliminating defects, and ensuring correct packing and placement.
• Address and safely resolve product jams, manage overflow items, and sustain consistent line operation.
• Assemble packaging boxes, manually pack products, load and palletize finished goods for shipping.
• Verify date codes, maintain precise QA records, and adhere strictly to food safety regulations.
• Assist operators when necessary, keep the workspace clean and organized, and handle material retrieval or product rework as needed.

Work Schedule and Compensation

This role is a permanent, full-time position working the afternoon shift from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with possible overtime based on business needs. The hourly pay rate is CAD 21.42 plus an afternoon-shift premium of CAD 0.75 per hour.

Candidate Profile

• Capable of lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 lbs while performing repetitive and fast-paced tasks requiring good coordination.
• Possesses strong communication skills, reliability, a team-oriented mindset, a robust work ethic, and keen attention to detail.
• Minimum educational qualification is a high school diploma or GED, with basic food safety knowledge and preferably food manufacturing experience.

Benefits and Culture

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including wellness and employee support programs.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and other paid time off options.
• An inclusive atmosphere fostering meaningful workplace relationships among diverse colleagues.
• Leadership committed to supporting employee development and career progression.
• Recognition programs celebrating exceptional contributions to team success.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

TreeHouse Foods values diversity and inclusion as drivers of innovation and growth. The company is committed to creating an equitable workplace where employees can bring their authentic selves. They are an Equal Opportunity Employer prohibiting discrimination or harassment of any kind and provide accommodations for applicants upon request.