Production Worker Jobs in Canada

Job snapshot

Gross pay range (hourly)

• Typical gross pay: 17.60–28.00 CAD/hour
• Higher end is usually tied to night shifts, steady overtime, experience, and higher-paying production lines.
• Overtime is commonly paid at a premium where applicable (employer policy / provincial rules).

Typical schedule

• Common patterns: 8–12 hour shifts, rotating schedules, or fixed day/evening/night shifts.
• Work may include weekends during peak periods.
• Breaks and safety orientation are standard site practices.

What you will do (day-to-day)

Core production tasks

• Feed or stage materials for production steps (manual handling within safe limits).
• Perform repetitive assembly, sorting, trimming, or finishing tasks to spec.
• Operate basic tools or simple stations after training (no advanced machine programming assumed).

Quality, packing, and flow

• Visual checks, counting, labeling, and packaging finished goods.
• Keep records when required (batch labels, checklists, simple production logs).
• Maintain a clean workstation: 5S-style housekeeping, waste separation, safe storage.

Requirements (what employers usually ask for)

Minimum requirements

• Basic English communication for safety and instructions (level depends on site).
• Reliable attendance and readiness for shift work.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada (work authorization as required by law).

Nice-to-have

• Previous factory / warehouse / packaging experience.
• Comfort with basic measuring, counting, and quality checks.
• Experience with palletizing, hand scanners, or basic material handling.
• Health & safety mindset; willingness to follow SOPs.

Work environment

• May involve noise, cold areas, or fast-paced conveyor work (site-dependent).
• PPE such as safety shoes, gloves, and hearing protection is commonly required.

Work conditions in Canada (practical expectations)

Safety & onboarding

• Safety briefing and site rules are standard before starting.
• Expect task training, workstation demonstration, and basic performance checks.

Probation & deductions (general)

• Many employers use an initial probation or trial period (policy varies).
• Statutory deductions and payroll rules depend on province and contract type.
• Any accommodation/transport support is employer- and project-dependent (never assumed).

A strong fit is someone who stays consistent on shifts, works cleanly, and communicates early when something looks unsafe or off-spec.

Documents to work legally in Canada (high-level)

Rules depend on your citizenship, province, and the employer’s hiring route. This page is informational and not legal advice.

Common work authorization types

• Employer-specific work permit: tied to a specific employer and role.
• Open work permit: allows work for many employers (eligibility depends on your situation).

Typical site checks (when required)

• Identity verification and right-to-work confirmation.
• Background checks for certain facilities (site-dependent).
• Safety certificates or training records when requested by the employer.