Overview
This role is with a well-established food manufacturing facility in Cambridge, ON. You will be placed through our agency Mackenzie Personnel on a temporary basis with the potential for direct hire for the right candidate. The environment operates under strict GMP and food safety standards — attention to process and accuracy is non-negotiable from day one.
Day Shift 7:30am - 3:30pm -Mon to Fri
Afternoons 3:30pm - 11:30pm
Nights 11:30pm - 7:30pm
Standard shifts are provided but the client hires for all shift availability
Responsibilities
Receive all inbound deliveries — verify counts, lot numbers, COAs, and inspect for damage
Note discrepancies on bills of lading; record deliveries into receiving log and tag materials with correct product and lot info
Load outbound product and warehouse returns; ensure pallets are scanned, tagged, wrapped, and packing slips generated
Unload warehouse transfers and verify quantities against packing slips; flag any discrepancies
Operate counterbalance forklift safely; complete daily pre-op checks and weekly equipment cleaning
Repalletize damaged product as needed
Support cycle counts and monthly inventory
Maintain general cleanliness of dock, floors, trailers, and storage areas
Adhere to GMP, Food Safety, and Food Defense guidelines at all times
Requirements:
Valid Ontario counterbalance forklift license /certification — required
Proven experience in a shipping & receiving role
Comfortable with computer data entry; training provided on internal systems
Robust attention to detail — accuracy with counts, lot numbers, and documentation is critical
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; comfortable working in a food-secure, fast-paced environment
Steel-toed boots required on Day 1
This role is vital in supporting our supply chain operations by ensuring timely delivery of quality products while maintaining a secure work environment. We welcome candidates with warehouse experience who are eager to contribute to a fast-paced team setting.
Pay: $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Application question(s):
Do you prefer days, afternoons, nights, or weekends?
Do you hold a valid third-party (external) forklift license?
Experience:
Shipping & receiving: 3 years (preferred)
Counterbalance : 3 years (preferred)