Operations & Inventory Coordinator

Operations & Inventory Coordinator

Brantford, On

Manufacturing / Industrial Operations

Temporary with Potential to Become Permanent
Competitive hourly rate $23-$27 Hr based on experience

Our client, an established organization within the manufacturing and industrial sector, is seeking an Operations & Inventory Coordinator to support its Brantford operation. This is a temporary opportunity with the potential to transition into a permanent position for the right individual.

The Operations & Inventory Coordinator will play a key role in supporting day-to-day material flow, production planning, inventory control, and shipping and receiving activities. Acting as a central link between production, operations, sales, and logistics, this position will help ensure inventory, scheduling, documentation, and material movement remain accurate and aligned with operational requirements.

The Role:

• Coordinate daily inbound and outbound shipments and work with carriers and internal teams to schedule pickups and deliveries.
• Prepare and maintain accurate shipping and receiving documentation.
• Verify shipments against orders and ensure materials are properly identified and recorded.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within internal ERP and inventory systems.
• Track raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Conduct cycle counts and assist with physical inventory audits.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and work with Operations and Finance to resolve issues.
• Monitor inventory levels and proactively identify potential shortages or excess inventory.
• Assist in developing and maintaining daily and weekly production schedules.
• Coordinate with Production to align output with customer orders, shipping priorities, material availability, and operational capacity.
• Monitor production workflow and help adjust schedules when priorities or operating conditions change.
• Provide visibility to internal stakeholders regarding production status, inventory availability, and potential delays.
• Coordinate material movement between receiving, production, warehouse, and shipping areas.
• Work closely with operational teams to support efficient material flow and product organization.
• Act as a liaison between Operations, Sales, Purchasing, and Logistics.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, scheduling, material flow, and administrative processes.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of standardized operating procedures and best practices.
• Promote safe working practices and promptly communicate operational or safety concerns.

The Ideal Candidate:

• 2–5 years of experience in shipping and receiving, inventory control, production coordination, logistics, or a related operational role.
• Previous experience within manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, or distribution operations is preferred.
• Hands-on experience working around warehouse, yard, or production operations is a strong asset.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, material movement, and operational coordination.
• Experience supporting production planning or scheduling is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on inventory and documentation accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Experience working with ERP, inventory management, or similar operational systems.
• Familiarity with shipping documentation and logistics coordination.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a changing environment.
• Effective communicator who can work across production, operations, logistics, sales, and office teams.
• Proactive, practical problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach.
• Post-secondary education in Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Health and safety training is considered an asset.
• Available to start quickly and interested in a temporary opportunity with the potential to become permanent.