Material Handling Coordinator at Canterbury Coffee Corporation

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Aug, 26

Salary

28.0

Posted On

05 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Material Handling, Shipping And Receiving, Inventory Control, Forklift Operation, ERP Systems, RFID Scanning, Food Safety, GMP, HACCP, Microsoft Excel, Documentation, Lot Tracking, Cycle Counting, Communication, Organization, Safety Compliance

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

We are currently seeking a full-time Material Handling Coordinator to join our Manufacturing team in Richmond, B.C. This role is critical to the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of materials throughout our facility. Acting as the primary shipping and receiving function on site, the Material Handling Coordinator ensures raw materials, packaging, and finished goods are received, staged, shipped, and recorded accurately while supporting uninterrupted production flow. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, safety-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys collaborating across production, inventory, and distribution teams. What you will be doing: MATERIAL HANDLING & PRODUCTION SUPPORT * Safely coordinate the movement of raw materials, ingredients, and packaging in alignment with production schedules and work orders * Stage, label, and prepare materials accurately to prevent errors, delays, or production downtime * Communicate material availability, shortages, quality concerns, and inventory discrepancies promptly to Production, Inventory Control, and Operations SHIPPING & RECEIVING * Perform all shipping and receiving activities for the manufacturing facility with a strong safety-first approach * Receive inbound materials and packaging, verifying quantities, condition, lot codes, and documentation accuracy * Ship finished goods to the Burnaby Distribution Centre according to internal transfer requirements and timelines * Prepare and maintain accurate shipping documentation, internal transfer records, and bills of lading * Coordinate carrier pickups and internal transportation to ensure timely and accurate transfers INVENTORY CONTROL & ACCURACY * Record all inventory movements in real time using RFID scan guns and ERP systems * Maintain accurate inventory locations, lot tracking, and quantities * Assist with cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliations * Investigate inventory variances in collaboration with Inventory Control and Operations FOOD SAFETY, QUALITY & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE * Follow all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, including GMPs and HACCP * Handle and store materials to prevent contamination, damage, cross-contact, or mix-ups * Verify lot codes, production dates, expiry dates, and traceability information SYSTEMS, DOCUMENTATION & SAFETY * Maintain accurate and timely records in ERP and inventory management systems * Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment * Perform pre-operational inspections and report hazards, near misses, or unsafe conditions YOU'LL BRING: * High school diploma or equivalent required * 1–3 years of experience in material handling, shipping/receiving, or inventory control (food or regulated manufacturing environment preferred) * A valid forklift certificate, considered an asset * Strong commitment to workplace safety and food safety standards * Experience with RFID scan guns, barcode scanners, and ERP or warehouse management systems and Excel. * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable * Ability to work independently while remaining flexible to operational needs WE OFFER: * A fun and supportive environment * Vacation starting at 3 weeks per year. * Group Health & Dental Benefits Program * Participation in our Vacation Purchase Program * One paid Volunteer Day each year * Growth opportunities and a rewarding career with a Canadian business that takes pride in giving back to community * Employee pricing on our product line-up * And... a workplace filled with the aroma of coffee...all day...every day! Applications are welcomed from all individuals, including women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our company. Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To learn more about Canterbury, visit our website at https://www.canterburycoffee.com [https://www.canterburycoffee.com/] Monday to Friday, 630AM-300PM 40 hours per week

Responsibilities

Coordinate the safe movement of raw materials and packaging to support production flow and manage all shipping and receiving activities. Maintain inventory accuracy using ERP systems and RFID scanners while ensuring compliance with food safety and regulatory standards.