Wool Grading Training Provided
Are you looking for a hands-on role in a unique and historic Canadian industry? Join the team at Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers (CCWG) — proudly serving sheep producers across Canada since 1918.
We are hiring a Wool Grader & Lead Hand Warehouse Operator to support our wool grading operations and lead warehouse activities at our Carleton Place facility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Grade raw wool by hand (training provided)
- Sort fleeces by type, quality, and preparation
- Operate hydraulic wool presses (up to 1,200 lbs per bale)
- Lead and coordinate daily warehouse operations
- Supervise and support warehouse staff
- Maintain accurate records and ensure safety compliance
Qualifications:
- Experience in agriculture, textiles, or warehouse operations preferred
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Physically fit and able to lift heavy materials
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
- Team-oriented with excellent communication skills
- Forklift certification preferred
What We Offer:
- Full training in wool grading
- Competitive benefits package and Pension plan
- A supportive, team-based work environment
- Opportunity to be part of a unique and essential Canadian industry
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Application question(s):
- Are you physically able to lift heavy materials?
- Do you have strong leadership and organizational skills?
- Do you have a background in agriculture, textiles or warehouse operations?
- Do you have quality control or production line experience ?
- Are you located near or in Carleton Place?
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Forklift Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person