Maple Leaf Foods
Laval
6625 Rue Ernest-Cormier,
Laval, QC
H7C 2V2
We make premium dry-cured and pepperoni products. This facility also houses our dry-cured brand’s office.
What we make at Laval
We produce a variety of delicious deli meats. We are a Canadian leader in the production of pepperoni, pizza toppings, deli meats, and a variety of dry-cured products. Passed on from one generation to the next, the production method for our products complies with traditional Italian customs.
Our Laval location
We operate two dry-cured meats facilities in Québec. Our Laval facility, which houses the brand’s office, was built in 2004 and is located in Laval’s industrial district. It is ultramodern and highly sophisticated. We are Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) certified, which recognize that our facility complies with the highest standards for food hygiene, cleanliness, and safety.
Our premium dry-cured advantage
In our Québec plants, we specialize in producing dry-cured products. We utilize drying rooms, where the environment is meticulously controlled to enable the products to slowly and soundly acquire their unique flavours that make them stand out. We never rush the drying process because it is the source of our distinctive quality.
Plant Facts
- Total # of Team Members: more than 450
- Size of plant: 265,000 sq ft
- Opened in 2006
- It has a freezer of 20,000 sq ft
Plant Profile Q&A
- Tell us about your plant and what you produce there?
In 1977, a man named Franco Reda was in search of pepperonis for his pizzas, but without any success. He decided to open his own company, at the time named Viau, by converting his home into a fully operational industry specialized in dry pepperonis — thus becoming a Canadian leader in the production of pepperoni, pizza toppings, deli meats, and a variety of dry-cured products.
Our Laval plant opened in 2006 and produces a variety of delicious pizza toppings and deli meats. There are more than 450 Team Members currently employed at our Laval facility. In total, more than 700 Maple Leaf Foods Team Members work at both dry-cured facilities. - What’s an interesting fact about your site or operations that people wouldn’t know?
With our 26 dry rooms, we are a leader in the production of pepperoni, pizza toppings, deli meats, and a variety of dry-cured products. - Do you have a unique plant tradition or culture?
With a diverse team of individuals, each Team Member shares the same company values and strives to ensure that our customers and consumers are always satisfied. - What makes this a fun place to work and a good community to work in?
We offer an inclusive culture that promotes teamwork, open communication, and a sense of belonging. We create a culture in which we strive to make all our Team Members feel valued and appreciated for the work they do. We also make sure that our people are kept informed about company goals, strategies, and changes, which in turn creates a sense of trust and helps everyone feel like they are part of a shared mission. - Does your plant do events or team building? What does Diversity and Inclusivity look like?
We provide delicious catered meals to our Team Members during the holiday season. We welcome individuals from all around the world, and Team Members bring their own values and identity, working together towards ensuring our customers and consumers are always satisfied. - What are the different departments that work here? What is your location and access like?
Our Team Members consist of general workers, sanitation workers, forklift drivers, maintenance and quality control. We are based in the new industrial boulevard in Laval, right off Highway 440. There is free parking and easy access to Laval’s public transport system. - What kind of perks does your plant offer? How do you reward and value your Team Members?
We provide a production bonus every three months for our production Team Members, referral bonuses for all Team Members, benefits after three months of service, a retirement plan after one year of service and telemedicine for all Team Members.
We make sure that each Team Member is rewarded for their success during their time working here. Recognition programs are put in place to ensure that our people feel rewarded and valued for their time — whether it’s by handing out gift cards, organizing an office party, or even by providing a catered meal for all production Team Members. - What is the process to receive your uniforms and PPE? Is this provided or paid for out of pocket?
All PPE is provided to our Team Members at no cost to them. - What does professional growth and development look like? Do you have a success story?
We value our Team Members and recognize their potential by offering a wide range of training to develop their abilities and knowledge on the job. Many of our supervisors and directors have started out as general workers in the plant and in time have progressed through the organization.
Are you looking for an exciting career in manufacturing? Join us in Laval – Rue Ernest-Cormier!
