Production Lead Hand
Location: Etobicoke, ON
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time | Permanent
Compensation: $24.50/hour to start
Schedule: Day Shift – 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, with flexibility for daily overtime and weekend work as required
About the Role
Worklynx Recruitment Inc. is currently hiring a Production Lead Hand for one of our clients in the food manufacturing industry located in Etobicoke, Ontario.
This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for supporting daily production activities, coordinating workflow, ensuring food safety and quality standards are met, and leading a production team in a fast-paced meat processing environment. The successful candidate will be an experienced leader with strong knowledge of food production processes and the ability to motivate and support team members while maintaining production efficiency and product quality.
Key Responsibilities
· Operate a motorized walkie to transport raw materials from cooler and freezer storage to production areas.
· Support daily production activities, including bending, lifting, de-boxing, and unwrapping meat products to prepare production lines.
· Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and operating instructions.
· Troubleshoot equipment issues and work with the Maintenance team when support is required.
· Produce products according to customer specifications and Food Safety Quality Assurance (FSQA) standards.
· Complete in-process quality checks and all required production documentation.
· Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), labeling requirements, product specifications, and work-in-process controls.
· Communicate daily production requirements and priorities to production staff.
· Provide frontline leadership, coaching, and support to team members.
· Escalate production, quality, or staffing concerns to the Production Supervisor as needed.
· Promote a safe, respectful, and productive work environment.
Qualifications & Experience
· Minimum 3 years of experience in the food manufacturing and/or meat processing industry.
· Butchery experience is considered a strong asset.
· Experience operating meat cutting, forming, or packaging machinery is required.
· Minimum 2 years of frontline leadership or team lead experience.
· Valid motorized walkie license.
· Strong understanding of food safety regulations, GMPs, and production documentation.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Professional, dependable, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
Compensation & Benefits
Starting Wage: $24.50/hour
Wage Progression
· After 3 months (successful completion of probation): +$0.50/hour
· After 6 months (based on performance): +$0.50/hour
· After 12 months: +$0.50/hour
Benefits
· After 3 months: 80% employer-paid health benefits for employees and eligible dependents.
· After 12 months: Company Pension Plan with Matching RRSP contributions.
Additional Perks
· Annual safety shoe reimbursement of $175 after 3 months.
· Costco Membership reimbursement ($65 annually) after 6 months.
· Prescription glasses reimbursement of $250 every two years after 12 months.
Hiring Process Disclosure
Applications will be reviewed as part of our recruitment and selection process.
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools will not be used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. All applications will be reviewed by a member of our recruitment team.
By applying, you agree to be added to our talent pool and may be contacted for a general screening as new positions arise.
Qualified candidates will participate in an onsite interview and plant tour with the hiring supervisor.
Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
Worklynx Recruitment Inc. and our clients are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
Company Description
Worklynx Recruitment Inc. partners with employers to place skilled talent in contract and permanent roles across Ontario. This job posting is for a current permanent opportunity with one of our valued clients.
Pay: From $24.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have working in a food manufacturing or meat processing environment?
- How many years of experience do you have leading or supervising a production team?
- Do you have experience operating meat cutting, forming, or packaging equipment?
- Do you hold a valid Walkie Operator licence?
- Are you comfortable working in a refrigerated beef and lamb processing facility (approximately 0°C–4°C)?
- Are you able to work Monday to Friday from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, with overtime and weekends as required?
- What is your current work authorization? (If on a permit, please state expiry)
Work Location: In person
