MRO Coordinator

Company Description

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’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 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 [email protected].

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.

We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our recruitment process. AI does not make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by human reviewers.

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Job Description

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the MRO supervisor the MRO Coordinator maintains 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). They consider these business parameters, the tools available and how best to support The Maintenance department.

The MRO Coordinator is a detail-oriented storekeeper with inventory and warehouse management experience applying proven MRO best practices in an industrial environment. The Coordinator is familiar with using the SAP warehouse management system, MS Office tools and with applying Standard Operating Procedures in his/her work. The Coordinator follows company policies, standards and guidelines as they apply to all activities.

The Coordinator has good leadership and communication skills, works well in a team environment, is responsible and is open to change. The person is structured, results oriented and quality driven.

The MRO Coordinator promotes and maintains a safe working environment through compliance with MLF’s Health and Safety Program. This includes Food Safety and Environmental compliance.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Collaborate with MRO team, including purchasers to ensure optimal stock levels of critical spare parts.
• Conduct inventory cycle counts including physical counts.
• Compare physical stock count to SAP stock to ensure accuracy and reconcile differences.
• Create bin locations physically and in SAP system.
• Stock bin locations with spare parts and maintain an organized storeroom.
• Maintain the spares criticality (ABC classification) in SAP for all inventoried parts.
• Set Min/Max levels based on usage rate, usage patterns, delivery times, targeted service levels, equipment criticality and required safety stock levels
• Work with Planner to ensure all required parts are available prior to the work being scheduled
• Process all returned parts as required (by reason for return)
• Resolve shortfalls in Inventory Levels.
• Apply the Materials Management process in support planned maintenance operations.
• Continuously improve the Materials/Inventory Management performance based on Maintenance and Operational results and data.
• Maintain vendor information attached to the material part numbers (I.e. Lead time, vendor part #, etc...).
• Conduct materials requests.
• Follow the spare parts disposal process.
• Review past work order history.
• Process parts/materials request to meet time requirement.
• Verify that parts/materials received conform to the PO and are in good condition. Inform Purchasing if the quantity of parts/materials does not correspond to the PO or are damaged.
• Identify new, used, broken and refurbished spare parts in the warehouse and track in SAP.
• Follow the plant split valuation process for repairs/refurbishment requirements.
• Track materials warranties in SAP for major/high value parts.
• Comply with the slow moving and obsolete parts program applying company rules to categorize these.
• Ensure provision of care and preservation for spare parts in the warehouse.
• Oversee the documented parts receiving and issuing processes.
• Maintain the barcode / RFID receiving / issuing system (as applicable).
• Kit and stage all required parts for scheduled work prior to the work being added to the schedule
• Participate in the Maintenance department's continuous improvement initiatives.
• Use visual management techniques to improve key MRO performance indicator results.
• Shipping/Receiving for vacation coverage.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring:

• Grade 12 plus up to 2 years of study in a related field, technical school diploma at a community college, university or equivalent, plus a trade, apprenticeship, or operating training. College diploma/certificate in Purchasing/Inventory management preferred.
• Highly organized individual capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with effective organized filing process ability
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office computer skills. Individuals with SAP knowledge preferred
• 3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Embraces the Maple Leaf Leadership Edge Core Values
• Good understanding of food processing and regulatory requirements

Additional Information

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.

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 [email protected]: 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.