The Opportunity:

This key position within the Maintenance Department is responsible for the day-to-day operations within the Maintenance Stock room.  The incumbent will report to the Maintenance Manager. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that parts and supplies are ordered, received, and issued for Maintenance personnel. They maintain the inventory management and warehousing long- term strategies based on the consequences of equipment failure and the business’ needs/acceptable risks (i.e., unscheduled downtime versus inventory levels).

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by June 05. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Daily review of parts and supplies issued from stock inventory
• Transactions for automatic replenishment
• Receiving and proper placement in location of all maintenance related parts inventory, work order related materials, contractor service reports and accounting for correct values
• Set Min/Max levels based on usage rate, usage patterns, delivery times, targeted service levels, equipment criticality and required safety stock levels
• Investigate and follow-up on shipping variances and invoice discrepancies with suppliers
• Daily cycle counts of stockroom inventory and monitoring variances reports as per C3
• Prepare packages for shipment, prepare required documentation and schedule pick-ups
• Organization of stock room inventory and re-organization of new parts as required
• Picking and staging of materials for work orders and assigning costs
• Technical structure in relation to parts (Bill of Materials) building with maintenance team.
• Follow Maple Leaf C3 policies and procedures related to receiving and inventory
• General housekeeping of stockroom
• Attend Maintenance Team meetings and communicate updates for parts to team
• Prepare Obsolete parts identification and documents for disposal
• PO generation for goods and services and communicate to suppliers and vendors
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (ex. General Education Development accreditation)
• 2 years’ experience working in a stock room environment (maintenance preferred)
• Inventory management/stockroom related education courses
• Technical background would be an asset
• Knowledge of stockroom applications and maintenance parts
• Capable of working independently, prioritizing, and multi-tasking
• Self-motivated individual with a proven record of working in a fast-paced environment
• Working knowledge of SAP asset management systems preferred
• Excellent time management, organizational and communication skills (oral and written)

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

About Us:

We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.

• We are carbon neutral.
• We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.
• We aim to reduce our environmental footprint by 50% by 2025.

We’re a global food company with more than 13,500 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

A diverse and inclusive work environment

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Our eight Leadership Values are our north star. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

• Doing What’s Right
• Shared Value
• High Performance
• Diverse and Inclusive Teams
• Disciplined Decision Making
• Our Accountability
• Intense Curiosity
• Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at accommodations@mapleleaf.com.

Disclaimer:  Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board.  Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.