​​​​​​We are McCain. Your career is here. Discover why now.

McCain Foods, South Africa
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​​​​​​We are McCain. Your career is here. Discover why now.

Potatoes. French Fries. Taters. Onion rings. You love them, we make them. In fact, we make 1 out of every 4 French fries in the world, so if you have eaten fries this week, there is a possibility they were ours.  As a privately owned family company with over 65 years of experience, a presence in over 160 countries and a global team of 22,000 people, our values and culture are at the heart of everything we do.

At McCain Foods, we know the importance that food plays in people's lives - the power it has to bring people together, connect families, and support businesses and communities, together. Guided by our purpose to bring enjoyment to people's lives through great tasting food, we believe that working together with our teams, business and community partners will bring sustainable growth and positive change - today, tomorrow and for generations to come.

We will notify you about relevant positions, and keep you in mind whenever we have interesting opportunities.
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McCain's secret ingredient?
Our people.

When you become part of McCain, we care about your life, your success, and we will provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters. It's the curiosity, commitment and courage of McCainers that made McCain Foods an international household name.

At McCain, we care about...

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Your life.

You deserve a workplace that supports your life, not just your job. We make it easier for you live your best life, flourish and thrive.

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Feel supported. Thrive every day.

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Your success.

We’re invested in your growth. Whether you’re building skills, stepping into leadership, or exploring new paths, we’re here to help you shape the career you want.
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Grow faster. Succeed on your terms.

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Your impact.

You’ll see how your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes—for your team, our business, and the communities we’re part of. It’s an opportunity to take pride in the difference you make every day.

Your work matters.

Where we are globally.

North
America

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Great Britain & Ireland

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Australia & New Zealand

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East Asia &
India

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South
Africa

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Latin
America

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Explore our functions.

Explore a world full of opportunities here at McCain Foods. From agriculture to technonology, marketing, engineering, finance, sales, R&D and much more. Don't miss the chance to build a meaningful career with us.

Agriculture

Communications

Customer Service

Engineering & Technical

Finance

General & Admin

Human Resources

IT & Technology

Manufacturing

Marketing

Quality & Food Safety

Research & Development

Sales

Students & Graduates

Supply Chain & Logistics

Hear firsthand from McCainers.

Peter Hollebrandse
Manager, Farm of the Future
South Africa

" In the last 10 years as Farm Manager in South Africa, and now Technology Specialist with McCain, I have the freedom and opportunity to implement changes bringing farming innovation to life in various regions around the world. It’s a great opportunity to use my skills and interests to implement real improvements.  "

Sabeen Qureishi
Director, Internal Communications
Villeneuve-d'Ascq, France

" Starting my McCain journey in Canada and now France, I’ve learned that McCain Foods' brand identity transcends borders and geographies – we are truly a global company. Each day I have the opportunity to tell the McCain story and witness how our words empower our people and drive engagement.  "

Josiah Gado
Production Manager, Potato Plant
Coaldale, Canada

" I am extremely thankful to McCain Foods for providing me with the support I needed as I transitioned from university to the workplace. Although it is an extremely fast-paced environment with its set of challenges, the people still come first. We prioritizes safe, healthy working conditions and the protection of employees above all else.  "

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Early careers.

Accelerate your career with exciting student and graduate opportunities in McCain Foods. We offer a variety of student & new graduate opportunities that will broaden your experience and knowledge. Depending on what you are passionate about, we may have a role for you. We hire students and graduates into apprenticeship and internship programs globally, based on the various needs of our business

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Inclusion and belonging.

We are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to thrive. At McCain, inclusion means creating an environment where individuals of all backgrounds feel a true sense of belonging and psychological safety. We embrace our differences and ensure that every voice is heard and respected. As a global, family-owned company, we are dedicated to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination and harassment—where dignity, fairness, and opportunity are the foundation of how we work together.​

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