Dry Goods Operator

Job Title: Dry Goods Operator

Salary Range: CAD$27.27 Hr – CAD$34.00 Hr

Working Type: On-Site

PURPOSE OF ROLE

The Dry Goods Operator safely receives, stores, handles, stages and issues dry goods and packaging materials to support Production and Logistics. The role maintains accurate stock records through SAP and site systems, follows approved procedures and good manufacturing practices, and ensures materials remain identified, protected, traceable and available when required. Discrepancies, damage, non-conforming materials and system issues are reported promptly to the Team Leader or Supervisor.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Follow all safety, health and environmental requirements, safe systems of work and required PPE; report hazards, incidents and unsafe conditions immediately.

Receive and verify dry goods and packaging materials against delivery documentation, checking product identity, quantity, condition and status before acceptance or storage.
Store, label and segregate materials in accordance with site procedures, GMP, food-safety, allergen-control and traceability requirements.
Rotate stock using FIFO or FEFO as applicable and prevent the use of expired, damaged, unidentified, held or non-conforming materials.
Pick, stage and issue the correct materials in the correct quantities and at the required time to support the production plan.
Complete SAP, scanner and other inventory-system transactions accurately and in real time for receipts, movements, issues, returns and adjustments within assigned authority.
Perform cycle counts and support physical inventories; investigate routine variances and promptly escalate unexplained discrepancies.
Prepare hold, damage and write-off documentation for review and approval in accordance with site procedures and delegated authority.
Maintain accurate daily records and provide requested inventory, usage and discrepancy information to the Team Leader or Supervisor.
Maintain dry-goods storage and staging areas in a clean, orderly and audit-ready condition, protecting materials from contamination, damage and deterioration.
Operate approved material-handling and automated equipment only when trained and authorised, completing required pre-use checks and reporting faults immediately.
Support investigations into non-conforming materials or processes by providing accurate records, stock information and observations.
Participate in continuous-improvement activities and suggest practical improvements to safety, quality, stock accuracy, housekeeping and material flow.

KEY EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics or supply-chain operations is preferred
Experience handling dry goods, packaging materials or inventory is desirable
Working knowledge of inventory control, stock rotation and material segregation
Ability to follow GMP, food-safety, quality, hygiene and safety procedures
Working knowledge of SAP WM/MM, WMS, scanners or similar inventory systems is desirable
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and accurate data entry
Strong attention to detail and a consistent approach to documentation
Ability to identify discrepancies, complete routine checks and escalate concerns

WOULD SUIT SOMEONE WHO IS…

Safety-conscious and committed to GMP and product quality.
Reliable, organised and attentive to detail.
Comfortable using scanners, SAP and warehouse systems.
Practical, hands-on and willing to learn.
Able to work cooperatively and communicate concerns clearly.
Comfortable with changing priorities and routine physical warehouse work.

Hilton Foods Canada is committed to building a culture of diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees. At Hilton Foods Canada, we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the HR representative. All requests for an accommodation and the accommodation measures will be handled in a confidential manner at all times.