Posted 5 months ago
Scanning Worker
@ Farm Boy Inc.
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Farm Boy Inc. is hiring a full-time Scanning Worker to help run daily operations at its Central Kitchen facility, reporting to the Inventory Control Manager. The work covers producing quality food to portion standards, labelling and loading totes, and following food safety and sanitation rules. The posting requires a flexible schedule including afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Pay:
From $18 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Ensure food products meet quality and portion standards
- Label products and load them into totes
- Ensure compliance with cleaning, sanitation and food safety rules
- Maintain Department activity and attain communicated goals
- Practice proper care and maintenance of equipment
Requirements summary:
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
- Superior sanitation, cleanliness and food safety standards
- Basic computer skills
- Flexible schedule including afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays
- Strong team-oriented approach with proven dependability
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · smartrecruiters
- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | evening, holidays, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Mostly standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
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Farm Boy Inc.
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It's All About The Food | 53 locations in Ontario
Full company description
At Farm Boy, it’s all about the food. We believe great food starts close to home—with trusted growers, simple ingredients, and a passion for freshness that’s felt in every aisle. Since opening our first 300-square-foot produce shop in Cornwall, Ontario in 1981, we’ve stayed true to our roots: offering good food from good neighbours with “A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”. That means getting closer to the farm through hand-selecting produce daily and partnering with local vendors across Ontario. It means curating the products we think you’ll love—everything from fan-favourite dips and made-from-scratch baked goods, to ready-to-enjoy chef-prepared meals made in the Farm Boy Kitchen. Our ever-growing Private Label line reflects our commitment to quality, flavour, and innovation—all with real ingredients and bold tastes. Shopping at Farm Boy isn’t just an errand—it’s a feel-good, fresh-market experience. Our stores are clean, vibrant, and welcoming, with Team Members who are always ready to lend a hand (and never a self-checkout in sight). Whether you're shopping for everyday essentials or something new and exciting, we're here to make your visit easy, inspiring, and full of great finds. In every Farm Boy store, you’ll discover: • Farm-fresh produce—longer-lasting and delivered daily. • Curated, exclusive Private Label products you won’t find anywhere else. • Locally sourced foods from Ontario farmers, makers, and artisans. • A warm, helpful atmosphere that feels like shopping with friends. • Hundreds of options for every lifestyle—from vegan to gluten-free to organic. • And so much more! With 53 locations (and counting) across Ontario, we’re proud to grow alongside the communities we serve. But no matter how big we get, our mission stays the same: deliver exceptional food with a personal touch. Come in and experience “A Farm Boy Fresh Twist” for yourself.
- LinkedIn followers
- 74,939
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 2,461
- Reported office locations
- 1427 Ogilvie Rd, Ottawa, Ontario K1J, CA
- Business categories
- Agriculture
- Retail
- Food and Beverage
- Travel
- Other recorded names
- Farm Boy Inc.
- Specialties
- Fresh produce
- locally made unique private label products
- Fresh Kitchen take home meals
- and premium meats and cheese and deli
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
At Farm Boy, it’s all about the food. We believe great food starts close to home—with trusted growers, simple ingredients, and a passion for freshness that’s felt in every aisle. Since opening our first 300-square-foot produce shop in Cornwall, Ontario in 1981, we’ve stayed true to our roots: offering good food from good neighbours with “A Farm Boy Fresh Twist”. That means getting closer to the farm through…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1981 |
| Specialties | Fresh producelocally made unique private label productsFresh Kitchen take home mealsand premium meats and cheese and deli |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 244 |
| View page |
Company Description
If you’re looking for more, you’ve come to the right place.
From the moment we opened our doors in 1981, we knew we wanted to be different. The people who work here are special, and that’s what makes us special. Our team members uphold the standards we set long ago by making the exceptional everyday, building relationships with our customers and with each other, and finding a place where their potential meets opportunity.
Job Description
Reporting to Inventory Control Manager, this role is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of the Central Kitchen facility. The performance of the duties must ensure a quality service approach to all employees, customers and suppliers. All responsibilities must be performed in a manner consistent with the Farm Boy Way.
Major Responsibilities:
- Maintain the Department activity ensuring that goals are properly communicated and attained.
- Ensure that all products produced in the facility meet the standards for quality and portion size.
- Ensure products are properly labeled and loaded into totes.
- Ensure compliance to company policies and procedures including cleaning, sanitation, government regulation and food safety.
- Ensure proper Health & Safety practices are adhered to for efficiency and work safety.
- Practice proper care and maintenance of all equipment.
- May be requested to undertake other related duties on a periodic basis.
Qualifications
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
- Superior quality and customer service standards.
- High personal initiative and problem-solving ability.
- Knowledge of basic computer skills.
- Superior standards of sanitation, cleanliness and food safety.
- Strong team-oriented approach to tasks.
- Positive outlook with a history of proven dependability and commitment.
- Willingness to strictly adhere to company policies and procedures.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Work & Sensory Environment:
- Required to wear cumbersome protective clothing or equipment during shift.
- Lack of control over pace due to multiple and/or tight deadlines beyond one’s control.
- Ability to work in a cool environment for prolonged periods (4 to 6 degrees Celsius).
- Exposure to workplace hazards including the potential of icy floors, spills and equipment malfunctions.
- Required to lift, carry and/or handle heavy objects.
- Required to stand for extended periods of time while performing production work.
- Repetitive bending and twisting movements are required.
Additional Information
Grow a career with us.
Farm Boy takes pride in growing a team that represents the best in the business. Join us for the career you’re craving!
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply—including those with non-traditional career paths.
We strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Accommodations are available upon request for employees and applicants who may require them.
We do not use AI to assist in the recruitment process and this job posting is for an existing vacancy.
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