Organic grocery packer

Organic grocery packer

Ottawa, Canada

Company
GoodWork Environmental Jobs
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via LinkedIn

Job Description
Ottawa Jobs

Hiring: Organic Grocery Packer

Company: Ottawa Organics

Location: Ottawa ON (West Hunt Club / OC Transpo)

We are looking for a smart, creative foodie to help us in the warehouse packing our organic food baskets for families across the Ottawa/ Gatineau area. We deliver organic fruits, veggies and more from over a dozen local farms and deliver all year around.

Our closely-knit family of employees at Ottawa Organics comprises of a diverse, dynamic, and dedicated group of individuals working toward the common goal of bring local food to local people. If you have a passion for local organic food, community and customer service, we want to get to know you!

This job gives you a hands-on experience working with locally grown food alongside a team of like-minded people who love food and interacting with the community of local farmers and producers that deliver to us every week.

Basket Packer Responsibilities Will Include
• Packing orders, according to order sheets.
• Weighing and sorting produce
• Loading, unloading, and transferring product to designated areas.
• Helping to clean keep the warehouse a neat and orderly workplace at all times

Schedule

The position is approximately 6-8 hours per day, 2-3 days a week (Tuesday-Friday). We are in operation all year around (this is not a seasonal or temporary job). Days, hours, and start/end time are flexible.

Skills
• Familiarity with fruits and vegetables
• Excellent Written and Verbal communication skills
• Creative
• Self-motivated
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as in a small team environment
• Customer Service

Experience, Education, Training
• Passion for awesome customer service
• Interest in local and organic food
• Driver license helpful but not required.

Access and Parking
• We are a either a short walk or a 20 minute walk from the bus (check us out on a map first!)
• Free parking on site in our parking lot

Compensation
• $18 per hour
• Employee Discount

To Apply

Please send resume, cover letter, and tell us why you love fresh fruits and vegetables! [email protected]

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs in Canada

Q What is the typical hourly wage range for entry-level packing jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Job Bank, low hourly wages for packers and packagers (NOC 95106) start at $16.55, median at $19.75, and high at $24.10 as of 2026. Full-time workers at median wage earn $41,080 CAD annually based on 40 hours per week. Overtime rates are 1.5 times the regular hourly rate after 40 hours per week.
Q What is the federal minimum wage for packing jobs in regulated industries like transportation in Canada in 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the federal minimum wage is $18.65 per hour effective January 1, 2026, applying to packing jobs in federally regulated sectors such as interprovincial shipping. This rate increased from $17.30 in 2024 based on CPI indexing of 3.9%. Employers must pay at least this for all hours worked.
Q What work permit is needed for international applicants seeking packing jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, a Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) work permit is required via a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) for low-wage packing jobs offering below $30.25 per hour. LMIA processing takes up to 10 business days if complete, with permits valid up to 2 years. International Experience Canada (IEC) working holiday visas are available for 38 countries with quotas of 10,000-50,000 spots annually.
Q What education or experience do I need for no-experience packing jobs in Canada?
As per Job Bank, no formal education beyond Grade 10 or high school is required for entry-level packing jobs (NOC 95106), with 0-1 month of on-the-job training provided. No prior experience is necessary, though basic math and physical ability to lift 23 kg are essential. Over 70% of positions are entry-level accessible to newcomers.
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