Coaldale McCain Foods plant looks to add 260 hires to workforce

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By Jordan Prentice Global News

Posted August 21, 2024 8:13 pm

Updated August 21, 2024 8:14 pm

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 'Coaldale McCain Foods plant looks to add 260 hires to workforce'

1:43 Coaldale McCain Foods plant looks to add 260 hires to workforce

The unemployment rate in Lethbridge continues to improve and there’s positive news on the horizon for job seekers. A local food processing giant is expanding it’s facility and planning to more than double its workforce.

Job seekers in Lethbridge, Alta., lined the block for a hiring fair held by McCain Foods on Wednesday.

The food processing giant is looking to fill 260 positions as part of the $600-million expansion of its Coaldale facility.

The company is hiring for multiple roles, including skilled trades and labourers, management and supervision, and entry-level positions.

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Job seekers were interviewed on the spot, and although a start date has yet to be determined, McCain plans to make offers for hire within 48 hours.

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