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OCC: Operations Assistant

@ Natural Factors

Coquitlam, British Columbia

Full-time
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Overview

Natural Factors is hiring full-time On Call Casual (OCC) Operations Assistants for temporary, assignment-based work across Burnaby, Coquitlam and Pitt Meadows. Candidates join an OCC pool and are assigned to Manufacturing, Packaging, Warehouse or Distribution roles on a Sunday to Thursday schedule, with pay varying by department. The role requires being clean-shaven for respirator fit and WorkSafeBC compliance.

Responsibilities:

  • Move materials and load trucks using pallet jacks
  • Receive, inspect and verify incoming materials
  • Label, wrap and stage finished goods
  • Support packaging lines and line changeovers
  • Pick, check and pack customer orders

Requirements summary:

  • Clean-shaven for proper respirator fit
  • Flexibility to work at Burnaby, Coquitlam and Pitt Meadows
  • Availability for Sunday to Thursday shifts
  • Prior production experience is an asset
  • Commitment to safety protocols and WorkSafeBC regulations

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Employer posting date
2026-10-28
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2026-11-14
Source record updated
2026-11-14

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentGeneral labour
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, evening, overnight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingWarehouse, Plant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low

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Natural Factors

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Leading manufacturer of vitamins and health food supplements

Full company description

As a leading manufacturer of natural health formulas, Factors invests in people, science, and technology to facilitate the delivery of supplements which marry the wisdom of ancient herbal physicians and the science of modern clinical research to enhance the health of consumers worldwide. Factors is a Canadian family-owned business with head office in British Columbia, operating for more than 50 years. From organic herbal farming in the Okanagan to state-of-the-art manufacturing operations in both British Columbia and Washington State (USA), we ensure reliable standards with extensive quality control testing in our laboratories that are among the finest in North America. Our Mission statement: To enhance the wellbeing of our customers – through research, development, and delivery of effective nutritional supplements and other health-building products, and to contribute to the lives of our business partners including customers, employees, suppliers and the communities we serve in a cooperative a sustainable manner. Many thrilling and innovative things are taking place at Factors such as new facilities, new equipment, new processes, and new members joining our team. Last year, we launched a new Core Values Rewards program for staff demonstrating our seven key Core Values: Hard Work/Balanced Life, Innovation & Imagination, Sustainability, Industry leading Quality & Service, Continuous Improvement, Integrity in Leadership, and Passion. We are proud to have a core group of loyal long term staff as well as dynamic new hires joining our team. We are continuously working with employees to jointly create the type of environment that contributes to the employee experience being both positive and fulfilling. Factors employees feel responsible for the products we produce and sell. We know we are helping people create better health and we take pride in our socially responsible and environmentally sustainable production practices.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 1550 United Blvd, Coquitlam, BC V3K6Y2, CA
Other recorded names
  • Natural Factors
Specialties
  • Echinacea
  • PGX
  • Vitamins
  • Health food supplements
  • natural health supplements
  • Omega 3
  • nutraceuticals
  • organic
  • non-gmo
  • and Quality
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As a leading manufacturer of natural health formulas, Factors invests in people, science, and technology to facilitate the delivery of supplements which marry the wisdom of ancient herbal physicians and the science of modern clinical research to enhance the health of consumers worldwide. Factors is a Canadian family-owned business with head office in British Columbia, operating for more than 50 years. From organic…

FieldValue
IndustryWellness and Fitness Services
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersCoquitlam, BC
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1950
SpecialtiesEchinaceaPGXVitaminsHealth food supplementsnatural health supplementsOmega 3nutraceuticalsorganicnon-gmoand Quality
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Job description
Natural Factors is seeking full‑time On Call Casual (OCC) – Operations Assistants to support our teams as business needs arise. This is a temporary, assignment‑based role designed to provide coverage during peak periods, short‑term staffing needs (such as vacations or leaves), and other operational demands. Successful candidates are hired into an OCC pool, where they will be considered for assignments as they become available. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to get their foot in the door, build hands‑on experience in a production environment, and grow their career with the largest nutraceutical organization in Canada.

This position also requires you to be clean-shaven (no facial hair) to ensure a proper respirator fit and to comply with safety protocols, including WorkSafeBC regulations.

To be considered, candidates must have flexibility to work at these locations:

  • Burnaby
  • Coquitlam
  • Pitt Meadows

Assignments follow a consistent Sunday–Thursday schedule, though the shift times vary by assignment:

  • Morning Shift: Monday to Friday 6:15am - 2:15pm
  • Afternoon Shift: Monday to Friday 2:15pm - 10:15pm
  • Night Shift: Sunday to Thursday 10:15pm - 6:15am

Your job responsibilities and compensation will vary depending on your assigned department. Here are examples from four departments:

Manufacturing Department ($23.14/hr.)

  • Move materials between the warehouse and production areas using pallet jacks; load and unload trucks and trailers
  • Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials for accuracy and damage
  • Label, wrap, stage, and prepare finished goods, bulk products, returns, and packaging labels
  • Maintain organized receiving and storage areas, including clear aisles and efficient shuttle bay operation
  • Perform inventory bin counts, process label returns, and report equipment issues or safety concerns
  • This position also requires you to be clean-shaven (no facial hair) to ensure a proper respirator fit and to comply with safety protocols, including WorkSafeBC regulations.

Packaging Department ($20.45/hr.)

  • Support production line setup and changeovers by disassembling, cleaning, returning, staging, and preparing machine components
  • Assist with line cleaning, line clearance, rework activities, and 5S to maintain a clean, organized, and compliant workspace
  • Support packaging and packing operations, including assembling boxes/trays, replenishing supplies (waterspider), stretch‑wrapping, and label counts
  • Perform in‑process and required quality checks, and support complex packaging lines through task rotation and break coverage
  • Complete system transactions and data entry (Syspro, WMS) to support production flow and inventory accuracy

Warehouse Department ($20.45/hr.)

  • Move materials between the warehouse and production areas using pallet jacks; load and unload trucks and trailers
  • Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials for accuracy and damage
  • Label, wrap, stage, and prepare finished goods, bulk products, returns, and packaging labels
  • Maintain organized receiving and storage areas, including clear aisles and safe shuttle bay operations
  • Perform inventory bin counts, process label returns, and report equipment or safety issues

Distribution Department ($20.45/hr.)

  • Pick, check, pack, and prepare orders accurately and efficiently
  • Ensure proper packing, placement, and skid wrapping for outbound delivery
  • Transfer completed orders to aisles and bays and restock picking bins and supplies as needed
  • Assemble cardboard displays and support general warehouse labour tasks
  • Communicate issues or activity updates to management and assist team members as required

You want to:

  • Learn or build on previous production experience
  • Work for a company that place emphasis on producing high-quality products
  • Have the flexibility to work in various locations/departments based on business needs

You get:

  • A supportive team and a positive, inclusive work environment
  • To work in a respectful, safety-focused environment
  • The chance to learn new skills and gain exposure to multiple areas of the business

FGProduction

This position is open to all qualified applicants who are legally entitled to work in the country in which this job is located. Only electronic applications can be accepted. This position will close when a competitive candidate pool has been identified. We thank you all for your applications and a member of our team will contact you soon. All the best!

All Internal applicants will be given priority for consideration for the first five business days that this position is posted. After that five days, Internal applicants will be considered along with all other applicants; however, are guaranteed at minimum a call from the Talent Acquisition team.

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