General Labourer – Permanent Full-time Position
ADL Water St. - Summerside, PE
Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL) is a producer-owned cooperative celebrated for its excellence in dairy processing and foodservice distribution across Prince Edward Island. For over 70 years, ADL has transformed fresh, local milk into premium dairy products, including milk, cheese, cream, butter, and canned milk. Serving both our own brands and valued partner labels, ADL delivers trusted quality to customers across PEI and beyond.
Position Overview:
The General Labourer supports daily production activities at ADL's cheese plant in Summerside. This role works across different areas of the plant — including the cheese room, packaging area, tray wash, and other departments — wherever support is needed to keep production running safely and on schedule.
Location: ADL Water St., 79 Water St., Summerside, PE
Work Environment and Schedule:
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Active food production environment where food safety, cleanliness, and quality are expected at all times
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Work areas may be warm, humid, or noisy, with exposure to water, cleaning chemicals, and moving equipment
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Schedules vary based on production needs — shifts may be days or nights, and may range from 10–12 hours
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Work may include weekends and holidays
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Department assignments may rotate based on where support is needed
Key Responsibilities:
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Perform production tasks in assigned areas of the plant
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Handle, move, and prepare product and materials during production
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Support packaging and preparation of finished products
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Clean and maintain work areas, equipment, and tools according to sanitation standards
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Follow food safety, quality, and workplace safety procedures at all times
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Work with supervisors and team members to keep operations running smoothly
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Adapt to different tasks or areas as needed throughout the shift
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Complete basic production records or checklists as required
Compensation and Benefits:
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Wage rate: $22.63 / hour
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Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
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Convenient Virtual Health access for easy, anytime care
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Retirement savings plan with employer contributions and expert financial guidance
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Paid Time Off, covering vacations and sick leave
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Personal Spending Account (PSA) - dedicated fund for well-being expenses
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Personalized training programs for ongoing skill improvement and career growth
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - confidential assistance for personal and work challenges
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Special perks and discounts exclusively for ADL employees
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The pride of belonging to a distinguished local company, 100% owned by PEI’s dairy farmers
Requirements:
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Able to perform the physical demands of the role, including frequent lifting (up to 70 lbs) and extended standing
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Able to follow instructions and production procedures carefully and accurately
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Able to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to support safe operations
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Reliable attendance and ability to work scheduled shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
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Able to work both independently and as part of a team
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Previous experience in food production, manufacturing, or physical labour is an asset
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High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Ready to join our team? Simply click the 'Apply' button, be prepared to enter your details, attach your resume, and respond to a few questions.
We hire for this role on an ongoing basis. Selected candidates will be contacted when a position becomes available.
ADL is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
