General Labour (Non-Posted Bench) - Hartmann North America

About Hartmann North America

Hartmann Canada, located in Brantford, Ontario, is a division of Hartmann Packaging with a rich history spanning over 100 years. The company has established itself as the leading producer of molded pulp egg cartons in North America, specializing in high-quality molded fibre products.

Role Overview

We are actively building a talent pool for General Labour (Non-Posted Bench) positions to support our fast-paced production team. This role plays an integral part in manufacturing premium molded fibre egg cartons, operating in a collaborative team environment. This job listing is designed to gather prospective candidates for future openings.

Working Conditions and Benefits

• Competitive base wage of $27.15 per hour.
• Overtime pay at 1.5 times the base rate for hours worked beyond 40 per week, including weekends.
• Shift premiums applicable for hours outside the 8am to 4pm window: $1.13/hr for day shifts (7am-7pm) and $1.50/hr for night shifts (7pm-7am).
• Scheduled annual increases to hourly rates.
• Safety shoe allowance provided.
• Access to internal job postings and advancement opportunities.
• Education reimbursement and various training programs.
• Comprehensive group health insurance and unlimited physiotherapy coverage.
• Vision support with $500 coverage every 24 months for eyeglasses.
• Dental basic coverage up to $2,500 per year.
• Defined retirement pension plan enrollment.
• Employee and family assistance program available.

Work Schedule

The general labour roles follow a rotating Continental 12-hour shift system (7:00 am to 7:00 pm), alternating monthly between day and night shifts. The weekly schedule rotates as follows:

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
• Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday

Key Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment and conduct routine checks for adherence to production and quality standards.
• Monitor control panels, gauges, and instruments to identify any machinery or product issues promptly.
• Maintain detailed records and ensure quality specifications relating to product weight, color, and operational functionality are met.
• Perform additional supervisory-directed duties in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Operate forklifts or other machinery to transport materials within the facility.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Minimum age of 18 years and completion of Grade 12 education.
• Previous manufacturing experience is advantageous, with a focus on safe and efficient work practices.
• Physically able to sustain prolonged periods of standing and repetitive tasks.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within a large team environment (35+ members per shift).
• Reliability, positive attitude, and comfort with labor-intensive work.

Recruitment Process

• In-person interview assessment.
• Electronic aptitude and skill-based testing.
• Criminal background verification.
• Education credential confirmation.