Inventory Manager

Interested in joining Canada’s largest poultry processor? At Maple Lodge Farms, we’re not only passionate about our chickens, but our people, too. We operate to the latest in technological, health and safety, and quality standards. With rapid expansion over the years, and continued innovation and investment in growth, we’re looking for committed, team players to join the Maple Lodge family. As a proudly family-owned Canadian company, we’re passionate about what we do. If you’re a committed team player, we would love to have you as part of our team. About The Role The Inventory Manager will be responsible for the overall accuracy of both fresh and frozen finished products at Maple Lodge Farms and 3PL off-site facilities. What's in it for you?

• Health benefits and pension plan
• Weekly pay
• Onsite Cafeteria
• Discount at our Chicken Shop
• Opportunities for career advancement
• A culture that values humility, a respect for family and hard work

What You Will Be Doing

• Oversee daily monitoring of inventory (i.E. Daily cycle counts & Inventory Discrepancies) and conducts counts in the absence of the Coordinator.
• Work with 3rd party auditors, lead year-end inventory cycle for MLF.
• Compile and provide statistical reporting and ad-hock investigative results for all aspects of inventory movement.
• Maintain a safe environment and physical condition of the warehouse.
• Interact daily with plant Operations, Sales, Supply & Demand, Shipping, Receiving and Quality Assurance departments.
• Organize and supervise the activities and work of a small team of subordinates, provide formal and informal feedback and develop team capabilities.
• Recommend and manage a budget for the direct area of responsibility and monitor the financial performance against approved budget.

What You Will Bring

• Minimum 5 years’ Supervisory and/or Management experience in the food industry, preferably in a ready-to-eat and unionized environment
• Working knowledge of food and meat plant regulatory standards (CFIA, etc.), GMP, HACCP, BRC, food safety, food quality, etc.
• Previous experience working with AX 2009, D365 or similar logistics software is an asset
• Working knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WHMIS
• Team-player with excellent leadership skills, able to motivate others, negotiate effectively, and interact professionally with internal and external

Maple Lodge Farms was established in 1955. We are the largest chicken processor in Canada, and we remain family owned. The principles that guided us from our humble beginnings, when Lawrence May sold eggs door-to-door, are the same principles that guide us today: hard work, agricultural wisdom and family values. We are creating a sustainable future by providing healthy, wholesome, best quality chicken products with a focus on the humane treatment of animals, the responsible use of resources and the positive development of our employees and the communities in which we operate. Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check. In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) 2003, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are required to make their needs known in advance. We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those chosen will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.