Wool Grader Apprenticeship  

Location: Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers, 142 Franktown Rd, Carleton Place, Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site | Monday to Friday | $22-25 per/hour to start

Are you passionate about agriculture and hands-on work? Join the team at Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers (CCWG) — a historic and proudly Canadian company serving sheep producers since 1918.
We are currently seeking a Wool Grader to join our Carleton Place facility, the heart of Canada’s wool grading and marketing operations.

🧶 Key Responsibilities:

• Grade raw wool by hand according to type, quality, and preparation method
• Identify and sort fleeces into appropriate categories (fine, medium, coarse)
• Operate hydraulic wool presses to bale graded wool (up to 1,200 lbs per bale)
• Maintain accurate records of wool grades and weights
• Collaborate with warehouse staff to ensure efficient workflow
• Follow safety and cleanliness protocols in the grading area

🐑 Qualifications:

• Experience or strong interest in agriculture, textiles, or livestock industries
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail
• Physically fit and able to lift and move wool sacks and bales
• Comfortable working in a warehouse environment
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills
• Training will be provided for the right candidate

🌟 What We Offer:

• Competitive wage and benefits package
• Pension plan
• A supportive, team-based work environment
• Opportunity to be part of a unique and essential Canadian industry

📩 How to Apply:

Send your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line “Wool Grader Application – Carleton Place”.