Tote Room Operator

Position Title: Tote Room Operator

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Requisition ID: 43197

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

About The Role.

As a Toteroom Operator, you will play a critical role in supporting packaging and warehouse operations by safely transporting, storing, and managing finished and in-process products. This position ensures the continuous flow of materials to production lines while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Be Doing.

• Operate lift trucks safely and defensively to prevent product damage and injury
• Visually inspect pallets prior to dumping onto the production line
• Ensure packaging lines are continuously and adequately supplied with product
• Accurately scan, store, and move totes within WMS and SAP systems
• Complete all required documentation, including operator checklists and system entries
• Maintain housekeeping standards and perform sanitation duties (e.g., breaking down totes, disposing of waste)
• Manage forklift battery rotation and ensure equipment is in safe working condition
• Communicate effectively with team members regarding issues, changes, or production needs
• Work in cold room environments and support tote/grading operations as required
• Meet SQCDME targets by understanding and contributing to KPI performance
• Support cross-training initiatives and assist with other production tasks as needed
  
  

What You’ll Need To Be Successful.

• Grade 12 diploma or GED considered an asset
• Valid forklift operator’s certificate or willingness to obtain certification
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends
• Knowledge of lift truck operation and safe driving procedures
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Self-motivated with strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to lift up to approximately 40 kg
• Experience with WMS and SAP systems considered an asset
• Comfortable working with cleaning chemicals and in cold environments
• Commitment to following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety standards
  
  

About The Team.

You will be part of the Packaging and Warehouse Operations team, working closely with Packaging Coaches, Shift Coaches, and fellow operators to ensure efficient product flow and safe operations. This collaborative team is focused on achieving production targets while maintaining high standards in safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

About McCain.

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Leadership principles.

• Understanding customer needs
• Driving innovation
• Empowering people
• Taking ownership to deliver results
  
  

The McCain Experience.

At McCain, you’ll be part of a supportive and inclusive workplace where safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the core of everything we do. We empower our employees to grow their skills, take ownership of their work, and contribute to meaningful outcomes. Together, we create an environment where everyone can thrive and make a difference.

Compensation Package: - Starting at 26.17 CAD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with applicable law and can vary by work level, location, and nature of the role. Additional benefit details are available during the application process.

Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know, and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

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Job Family: Manufacturing

Location(s): CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Florenceville-Bristol

Company: McCain Foods (Canada)