Purdys Chocolatier Looking for General Help at Vancouver, BC Full Time

Are you ready for a taste of the one of Canada’s Top Employers? Purdys Chocolatier is delighted to have been voted by our employees as one of the Canada’s Best Employers. This esteemed award is a testament to the rich texture of our history and our more than 100 years of dedication to quality, trust, tradition, and innovation. The Purdys difference is that we truly recognize the value of our people.

We reward you with competitive compensation, recognition for your achievements, opportunities for ongoing training to grow professionally and personally, delicious perks, and much, much more. Do you have a keen eye for detail, great communication skills, and a desire to work in a positive team environment? Purdys Chocolatier is looking for General Help Full-Time to join our production teams at our Chocolate Factory and Warehouse in Vancouver, BC! There are 2 locations in Vancouver.

You may be asked to work at either with 24 hour notice flexibility: 8330 Chester Street (near Fraser and SE Marine) 2777 Kingsway Street (at Earles) This is a great opportunity for full-time work at our factory and warehouse. Full, open availability for all types of shifts (day/afternoon/evening) is mandatory. Duties include but are not limited to: • Coating and garnishing of cream centres, caramels, and other products • Sorting and packaging of the final products in proper boxes in accordance to the quality and productivity standards • Consistently meeting daily production targets • Ensuring cleanliness of equipment, machines and work stations • Examining products and recording results for quality control • Maintaining a “team-centered” atmosphere • Performing other duties as assigned All applicants MUST have : • High school graduate education level • CSA certified safety shoes • Availability for ALL 3 types of shifts – Days, Afternoons, & Evenings • Availability for a full time workweek, 40 hrs/week • Excellent spoken and written English communication skills • Great attention to detail • Ability to work in a team • Experience working with food manufacturing machinery is an asset • Ability to lead and influence others is an asset, as we are also seeking Lead Hands **Forklift Certification, Shipping/Receiving Knowledge, Driver experience would be an asset for moving into other departments** **As this is a unionized work environment – union membership is mandatory upon hire. **For the safety of our employees, steel toe boots are also a requirement.

Pay: Starts at $16.15/hr and increases $1.00 every 2080 hours, until full rate **Additional $0.60/hr for PM shifts **Additional $1.00/hr for valid Occupational First Aid Certificate Level 2 & 3 Purdys Chocolatier recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who present an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience will be considered and are encouraged to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest in Purdys Chocolatier, but due to the volume of applications received, we are only able to contact those applicants who have been selected for an interview. No phone calls please.

Purdys Chocolatier is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us via email at [email protected]