Material Handling Coordinator

Canterbury Coffee Corporation•Richmond, BC

15d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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)
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

Nice To Haves

A valid forklift certificate, considered an asset

Responsibilities

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
Maintain clean, organized, and food-safe material storage and staging areas
Communicate material availability, shortages, quality concerns, and inventory discrepancies promptly to Production, Inventory Control, and Operations
Support multiple production areas and adjust priorities as schedules and volumes change
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
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
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
Support audits, inspections, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain accurate and timely records in ERP and inventory management systems
Follow SOPs, food safety programs, and site safety policies
Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment
Perform pre-operational inspections and report hazards, near misses, or unsafe conditions
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and clear communication

Benefits

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!

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