Who we are:
The GVF Group of Companies empowers farmers to produce meat, milk, and eggs profitably and sustainably for the advancement of human lives, nutrition, and health.
Today, the GVF Group is comprised of seven divisions: Grand Valley Fortifiers, Fortified Nutrition, Farmers Depot, Direct Source Commodities, Livestack, True Foods, and Kindred Farmers. Across all divisions, we are united by a common purpose – helping our customers achieve better results through innovation, partnership, and trusted advice.
Founded in 1960, Grand Valley Fortifiers specializes in the formulation, manufacture and sale of high quality, leading-edge mineral premixes for swine, dairy, beef and poultry producers. We create opportunities for livestock & poultry farms to be more profitable by providing innovative products, programs and services which lower feeding and livestock producers costs, maximize animal performance, and increase nutritional and commercial value of our customers products.
Why we have this role:
We’re looking for a dependable, safety-conscious Night-Shift Loader to join our team at Grand Valley Fortifiers. In this role, you'll play an important part in ensuring bulk and bagged products are accurately loaded, organized and ready for delivery, helping keep our customers' orders on schedule.
If you're a night owl who enjoys a physically active hands-on role and takes pride in getting the job done right, we'd love to hear from you!
Working with us:
This is a permanent, full-time position based out of 486 Main Street, Cambridge, Ontario. This is a night shift position, and your regular working will be Sunday to Friday 9:00 pm to 5:30 am.
What you’ll do:
- Accurately load bulk and bagged products onto delivery trucks, ensuring all orders are complete, properly labelled and loaded according to established procedures.
- Organize and sequence truck loading to ensure deliveries are prepared on time and in the correct order.
- Verify trucks are clean and ready before loading begins.
- Follow established inventory rotation practices, including FIFO (First In, First Out), when loading stock products.
- Work collaboratively with other loading team members, sharing responsibilities and contributing to a positive, supportive team environment.
- Follow all applicable HACCP, CFIA and GVF procedures related to product handling and truck loading.
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment, including the loading dock, concrete pad and surrounding areas.
- Complete end-of-shift housekeeping, including cleaning scales, removing empty skids, plastic wrap and cardboard, and disposing of garbage.
- Identify and report safety concerns, accidents, loading errors or product discrepancies to the Shift Supervisor promptly.
- Follow all workplace safety requirements and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Look for opportunities to improve loading processes, reduce errors and increase efficiency.
- Assist with other plant duties as needed and participate in relevant team, training, safety and company meetings.
- Demonstrate effective time management and flexibility to work overtime when required.
Your background includes:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous forklift operating experience is required.
- Manufacturing or warehouse experience is considered an asset.
- Ability and willingness to work a permanent night-shift schedule.
- Physical stamina and the ability to perform physically demanding work, including regularly lifting and handling 25 kg bags.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to complete work accurately and efficiently.
- Good organizational skills and a commitment to maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.
- Reliable attendance, punctuality and effective time management skills.
- A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to contribute as part of a team.
- A commitment to working safely and following established procedures.
Why work with us:
- Canadian Family-Owned and Operated Company
- Competitive wages
- Extended health and dental benefits
- RRSP matching program
- Profit sharing bonus
- Donation matching program
- Professional development opportunities
- Store discount at Valley Feeds
- Be part of a company that values integrity, innovation, and giving back.
Living our values:
We’re a family-owned business that values its people and the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a supportive and respectful workplace, offering competitive compensation and benefits, and investing in our employees’ success. Whether through our work with customers, our support of employees, or our community involvement, we strive to live our values every day.
- Passion: Serving customers innovatively and well.
- Humble Confidence:Confidently choosing to forgo our status, deploy our resources and use of influence for the good of others before ourselves.
- Integrity:Consistently honest while honouring commitments with our customers, co-workers and suppliers.
- Professional:Committed to excellence in the way we lead, serve and relate.
- Caring:With a servant heart, truly caring for customers and co-workers. Find satisfaction in assisting with others’ challenges and joy in witnessing their success.
All interested applicants are asked to apply with a copy of their resume. We thank all applicants for their interest however, only candidates considered for the position will be contacted for an interview.
